Scholarship Value $40,000

Number of Scholarships 5

Overview

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) offers the Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarship to support outstanding incoming Canadian high school students. The scholarship is designed to complement flexible learning opportunities, hands-on training and customized programming at USask. Recipients are encouraged to engage with the university's diverse cultural community and pursue academic and leadership development. This award supports students who demonstrate strong academic achievement and active contributions to school or community life.

Description: The Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarship recognizes top-performing graduates entering USask directly from Canadian high schools and promotes leadership and community engagement.

• Supports incoming students with strong academic records and leadership experience.
• Intended for students entering directly from Canadian high schools.
• Connects recipients with USask's academic and community resources.

Award Details

This scholarship provides a renewable award distributed annually over four years, subject to renewal criteria. The total value and number of awards are fixed each year and awarded based on academic merit and demonstrated leadership. Renewal depends on maintaining a specified academic standing while enrolled at USask. Recipients receive funds annually to help cover the costs of their undergraduate education.

Award Value: $40,000 total ($10,000 per year for up to four years, subject to renewal criteria).

Number Offered: 5 awards per year.

• Total award value is $40,000 per recipient over four years.
• Payments are made annually at $10,000 if renewal requirements are met.
• Five awards are available each year.

Eligibility

Eligibility is limited to students graduating from Canadian high schools who will proceed directly to university studies. Applicants must meet a high academic standard to be considered for the award. Specific minimum averages and residency or admission status requirements apply and should be confirmed with the university. Renewal eligibility is contingent on maintaining a qualifying academic average while enrolled.

Eligibility: Graduating from a Canadian high school; proceeding directly to university; minimum high school average of 95%.

• Open to Canadian high school graduates entering university directly.
• Applicants must have a minimum high school average of 95%.
• Renewal requires maintaining at least an 80% average during undergraduate study.

Selection Criteria

Recipients are selected primarily for academic excellence and demonstrated leadership within their school or community. The selection process emphasizes contributions to school life and community engagement rather than solely extracurricular participation. The award committee assesses candidates holistically, considering both achievements and potential impact at USask. Strong leadership and meaningful community involvement strengthen an application.

Selection Criteria: Leadership and contributions to school and community life.

• Emphasis on leadership roles and sustained community involvement.
• Academic excellence is a core component of selection.
• Applications are reviewed holistically for impact and potential.

Application & Deadlines

Applicants must complete the Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships application form to be considered. In addition to the scholarship application, candidates must submit an application for admission to USask by the specified December due date. Supporting documentation and any requested references should be provided according to the instructions on the application form. Applicants should confirm deadlines and submission requirements on the university's admissions or scholarships pages.

Application Timeline: Submit the Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships application and an admission application by the December deadline.

• Complete the scholarship application form to be considered.
• Admission application must be submitted by the December due date.
• Verify supporting document requirements and deadlines with USask.

Renewal

The scholarship is renewable for up to three additional years after the initial award year, contingent on academic performance. Recipients must maintain a minimum average while enrolled to continue receiving annual payments. Renewal decisions are typically reviewed each academic year and are subject to the university's scholarship policies. Students should monitor their academic standing and consult the awards office if they have questions about renewal conditions.

Renewable: Renewable for up to 3 additional years provided an 80% average is maintained.

• Renewable annually for up to three additional years (total of four years).
• Requires maintaining at least an 80% average while enrolled.
• Renewal is reviewed each academic year under university policies.