Scholarships at Acadia University

For superior in-course students in the Faculty of Arts, with preference given to students majoring in History on recommendation of the Dean of Arts. Scholarships of $1,800 are awarded annually; the number of recipients may vary. Selection weighs academic standing within the faculty. No separate application is described; the Dean of Arts recommends recipients. The scholarships were provided for in the estate of Dr. Esther Isabel Clark Wright in 1990. Dr. Wright (B.A. Acadia, 1916; Ph.D., Radcliffe Harvard, 1931) was a noted author of many works, articles, and essays.

Nova Scotia residents entering third or fourth year of the Bachelor of Business Administration at Acadia University's Fred C. Manning School of Business may be considered for this bursary, on the recommendation of the School's director. One award of up to about $1,400 is given on demonstrated financial need. Candidates should also show solid academic ability and the character and initiative that point to leadership potential in business. The bursary was provided by Raymond W. Ferguson (Acadia, 1946). Confirm current application steps with Acadia's financial aid office.

For an Acadia University undergraduate studying environmental subjects or international affairs who demonstrates financial need. One bursary of $1,000 from the Royal Canadian Regiment Association. Recipients are typically nominated from ESST, Political Science, and Environmental Science.

Acadia University students from the town of St. Stephen or Charlotte County, New Brunswick may be nominated by the school trustees of St. Stephen. The bursary provides $475 annually for a two-year period. Nomination by the St. Stephen school trustees is part of the selection process.

Second-year Bachelor of Education students at Acadia University who need financial assistance and show dedication, perseverance, intelligence, and compassion in their chosen field can apply. One award is available annually; the amount varies. The award recognizes qualities Glenda and Marty Graham demonstrated as teachers.

Acadia University awards these scholar-bursaries annually to one student in the Bachelor of Applied Science or Certificate in Applied Science program and one student in the Bachelor of Education program who aspires to a career in special education. The amount varies. Preference is given to Nova Scotia students. Awards are based on financial need and academic performance for entering or in-course students. Bachelor of Education applicants apply through the School of Education.