Aboriginal Health Careers Bursary

Scholarship Description

Award between CAN$2000 and CAN$11,000 for aboriginal students in Alberta, entering their second or subsequent year of postsecondary education in a health field. Must be Indian, Inuit, or Metis students who have been living in Alberta for at least the last three years, and are enrolled full-time at the technical, college, or university level. Students are selected on the basis of financial need, previous academic record, program of study, involvement in the aboriginal community, and experience in the health care field. For additional information and an application, visit web site http://alis.alberta.ca.

Eligibility Requirements

• Type of institution award is open to: two-year college
• Type of institution award is open to: four-year college
• Type of institution award is open to: trade/technical school
• Must be American Indian/Alaska Native

Application Requirements

• Application form required
• Transcript required
• Financial need analysis required
• Essay required
• Recommendations or references required
• Special requirements exist (These are specified in text.)
• proof of Aboriginal status

How To Apply