ACLS Foundation Geomatics Scholarship

Four scholarships of $1,750.00 each are available annually. One scholarship is targeted to an aboriginal student that meets the eligibility requirements.

Objectives:

A) Encourage and provide financial rewards to students that are enrolled in a postsecondary institution in the field of geomatics.

B) Encourage and provide financial rewards to members of aboriginal communities that are enrolled in a postsecondary institution in the field of geomatics.

Eligibility:

A) Eligible applicants are students in good standing, registered full time, and continuing studies in a geomatics program at a recognized University, Technical Institute or Community College in Canada.

B) Applicant must be a Canadian citizen or a landed immigrant.

C) Applicants must demonstrate a passing grade in all courses.

The ACLS Foundation Inc, evaluates each submission on the basis of scholastic achievement.

Application: (checklist)

The application form requires the following documents to be attached.

A) Sealed official transcripts of all post-secondary education (courses completed and grades received).

B) Proof of Canadian Citizenship or landed immigrant status.

C) C.V. or resume, summarizing education, past employment, community involvement, etc.

D) A letter detailing the career plan and why the candidate should be awarded a scholarship.

E) Optional: If applying for a scholarship targeted for Aboriginal students, please provide evidence of Aboriginal status.

Note: Prior to issuance of a scholarship the candidate will have to provide confirmation of registration from the Educational Institution for the coming year.