APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED
Scholarship Awarding University:
Several
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 15th of October, 2024.
Scholarship Summary:
In partnership with 25 partner Canadian Universities, the Loran Scholars Program is investing in the future of Canada by offering the country’s largest and most comprehensive four-year undergraduate award to young Canadians on the basis of academic merit, character, service and the promise of leadership. In selecting the next generation of leaders for Canada, integrity, courage, compassion, determination and a high level of personal autonomy are used as indicators for overall potential.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:
i. Be entering university for the first time in September 2025.
ii. Present a minimum cumulative average of 85%.
iii. Hold Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status.
iv. Be born between January 1, 2003 and September 1, 2009.
Value of Scholarship:
Each Loran Award is renewable for up to four years and includes:
- An annual stipend of $12,000
- A tuition waiver of up to $12,000 annually from one of 25 partner universities
- Personal mentorship from a Canadian leader
- Experiential learning through summer work experiences in three different sectors with funding up to $14,000
- An orientation expedition through Algonquin Park
- Annual retreats and scholar gatherings
- Lifelong membership in a community of values-driven individuals
In addition, one-time finalist awards of CAD$6,000 (54 awards available) and one-time provincial awards of CAD$3,000 (70 awards available) are awarded to promising candidates who are not selected as Loran Scholars.
Scholarship Application Guide:
There are two ways to apply for the Loran Award, either through the Sponsored applications or the Direct Pool applications;
a. For Sponsored applications, applicants must be nominated by their schools.
b. For Direct applications, applicants apply directly to Loran.
To apply through Direct applications;
i. Complete the online scholarship application for the Loran Scholars Award.
ii. The Loran committees review the submitted applications in their respective areas and invite shortlisted candidates (semi-finalists) to submit supplementary videos in late October.
iii. In late November - mid December, shortlisted applicants (~250 individuals) participate in online semi-final interviews
iv. In mid to late December, Semifinal results are shared with candidates. Up to 70 provincial and territorial recipients are selected (these are one time entrance awards offered to outstanding semi-finalists who are not asked to attend national interviews). 90 finalists are invited to attend National Selections interviews in Toronto.
v. January-February: Finalists are announced publicly in early January and invited to attend National Selections interviews in Toronto.
vi. March: The Foundation announces the newest class of Loran Scholars
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Loran Scholars Foundation Page.