Richard Van Loon 2025 Scholarship for African Students at Carleton University.

Awarded annually, on the recommendation of the Richard J. Van Loon Scholarship Committee to an outstanding international student from an African country. Eligible recipients will be full-time students proceeding from one year to another in any program of study at Carleton University. Consideration will be given to students in financial need. Application is required. If an undergraduate student is selected, the scholarship will be awarded by the Director of Undergraduate Awards and Financial Aid, if a graduate student is selected, the scholarship will be awarded by tthe Vice-Provost of Graduate Studies. Endowed in 2005 by friends, family and colleagues in honour of Richard J. Van Loon, Carleton’s 10th President.

Benefits

The Richard J. Van Loon Scholarship, valued at $5,000 for the 2025 academic year, is awarded annually to an outstanding international student from an African country.

Requirements

●.Applicant must be a citizen of an African country.

● Applicant must be an international student, who is required to have a valid study permit for Canada

● Applicant must be proceeding from one year to another in an academic program at Carleton University

● Applicant must be enrolled full time

● Applicant must be in good academic standing

● Preference will be given to students in financial need

Application Documents

● Provide one (1) official piece of proof of citizenship

● Provide one (1) letter of academic recommendation. 

● Complete the entire form and submit all documents directly to Awards and Financial Aid: awards@carleton.ca

Method of Application

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Application Deadline: February 1, 2025.