INKAS "Rising Star” Scholarship
Direct application
$2,500
2 winners
Eligibility
Major
Business
Education level
Undergraduate
About this scholarship
Full-time Business or Engineering undergraduates at accredited U.S. or Canadian universities with a 75% or higher average may apply. Eligible applicants include Canadian citizens, permanent residents, U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, and valid study-permit holders.
Two $2,500 scholarships are awarded annually: one for engineering or technology and one for business, finance, or law.
Prepare a 750-word essay explaining your personal story, why you deserve the award, and why business or engineering matters to the Canadian or U.S. economy, plus a zerogpt.com proof-of-authorship screenshot. Submit an unofficial transcript, invitation, or acceptance letter and ID by January 31.
Essay questions
What else to submit
- 750-word essay using the field-appropriate prompt
- zerogpt.com proof-of-authorship screenshot
- Recent unofficial transcript
- Invitation or acceptance letter, if applicable
- Clear copy of identification or permit
- Applicant selects ONE essay topic based on field of study: the first prompt is for Engineering & Technology applicants; the second is for Business, Finance & Law applicants.
- Essay maximum 750 words.
- Must include proof of non-AI tampering: a screenshot of the essay run through zerogpt.com on the last page of the essay.
- Minimum 75% average / equivalent GPA from most recent term or semester.
- Currently enrolled or planning full-time enrollment in a Business or Engineering program at an accredited Canadian or U.S. university.
- Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, U.S. citizen, Green Card holder, or hold a valid study permit / student visa.
- Required documents: recent unofficial transcript, acceptance letter (if applicable), and a clear copy of ID or permit.
- Deadline: January 31st, 2026, 11:59 PM EST. Award: $2,500 CAD per category.