Any student with a demonstrable connection to Bowen Island, strong grades, and proof of enrolment in a post-secondary institution is encouraged to apply for a $2,500 Bowen Island Community Foundation Academic Scholarship. Preference will be given to students entering their first year of post-secondary studies. The applicant with the highest grade-point average will be selected. In the event of a tie to two decimal places, preference will be given to the student demonstrating more community involvement.
Eligibility: Post-secondary students (preference given to first-year students entering from high school)
To apply, prepare an application with the following:
- A letter summarizing your connection to Bowen Island and your community activities
- A transcript that includes your grade-point average for your two most recent semesters
- Proof of enrolment in a Canadian post-secondary institution
Combine all documents into a SINGLE .pdf file saved with the file name “YourLastName – BICF Academic Scholarship Application” and e-mail it to [email protected]. Please include your last name in the email subject line.
Improperly prepared applications will not be considered.
Application Deadline: 11:59pm, July 5
Past recipients of the BICF Academic Scholarship:
2024 Tara Moyls Brokenshire
2023 Miranda Forster
2022 Connor Harding, Lola Massey
2021 Kylee Lightbody
2020 Allegra Nesbitt-Jerman
2018 Hanna Beamer
2017 Nicholas Belluk