RBC Elevate Scholarship

About this award

Get up to $15,000 for your post-secondary studies if you are aged 17-29 — apply by March 26, 2026.

You can receive up to $15,000 for your education. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. There are 40 scholarships available annually. This is for you if you are aspiring to attend post-secondary studies but need financial support to get there. You must apply between February 2 and March 26, 2026. Note that the portal closes at 1pm on March 26, 2026, or as soon as 500 applications are submitted. Ask RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) how and when you will be notified of the results. Selection criteria aren't published, but the provider will review up to 500 submitted applications. Ask RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) how winners are chosen and how competitive the process is so you can judge your odds. Ask RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) 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 RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident or Protected Person or Refugee — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Post Secondary — study level

How to apply

1. 1

   Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

   Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

2. 2

   Request your official transcript1–2 weeks

   Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.

3. 3

   Collect reference letters2 weeks

   Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.

4. 4

   Submit by August 31, 2026~1 hour

   Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

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