Prince of Wales College Alumni Scholarship

What you will need

• ✓ An essay outlining your commitment to working to the best of your ability and the importance of hard work
• ✓ Submission through Holland College's awards portal

About this award

You get $400.00. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you believe in the power of hard work and are committed to doing your absolute best in your studies. You must apply by November 1, 2026. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — email, portal, or phone. Holland College lists this award's criteria on its official page (see Who qualifies). Ask Holland College how winners are picked among the students who meet them and how many usually apply, so you can judge your odds. Ask Holland College during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Holland College whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You can apply regardless of your field of study, as this award applies to all programs. To qualify, you must show that you embody the principles of hard work and a commitment to working to the best of your ability.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's official page

   Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

2. 2

   Write your essay

   Be specific about what you did and what changed because of it. Proofread it twice.

3. 3

   Submit your application

   Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

• EssayAvoid writing a generic list of your achievements. Instead, tell a specific story about a time you pushed through a challenge using hard work. Describe the effort you put in and what the result was.
• SupportAvoid submitting your essay without a second pair of eyes. Instead, ask a teacher or mentor to review your draft for clarity. Have them check if your commitment to your best effort comes across clearly.
• StrategyAvoid focusing only on the outcome of your work. Instead, emphasize the process and the discipline you used to get there. Focus on the "how" of your hard work.
• RealismAvoid assuming the $400.00 is guaranteed based on your grades alone. Instead, remember that this award depends heavily on the quality of your essay. Spend extra time refining your personal narrative.

Questions students ask

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