Richard Lewar Scholarship

Deadline and Submission Guidelines

The application submission deadline for the 2026-2027 academic year is March 1, 2026 (if the deadline date lands on a weekend, application must be submitted the first working day after the deadline date). Submit your application by sending an email to awards@carleton.ca.

When you send the email, make sure that:

• The reference letter is signed by the referee
• You attach both the application and the reference letter
• You include your student number

Number of Scholarships    Value    Terms    Admission Average

Ten Chancellor’s Scholarships    

$32,000 ($8,000 x four years)    

Renewable    

90% and extracurricular activities throughout secondary school

Seven Richard Lewar Entrance Scholarships    

$21,500 ($6,500 in the first year and $5,000 in second, third and fourth year)   

Renewable    

90% and extracurricular activities throughout secondary school

Three Carleton University Scholarships of Excellence    

$20,000 ($5,000 x four years)    

Renewable    

90% and extracurricular activities throughout secondary school

Two Carleton University SHAD Scholarships    

$20,000 ($5,000 x four years)    

Renewable    

90% and extracurricular activities throughout secondary school

Jay Woo and CAA Scholarship    

$20,000 ($5,000 x four years)    

Renewable    

90% and extracurricular activities throughout secondary school

One Riordon Scholarship    

Full tuition in first, second, third, and fourth year    

Renewable    

90% and extracurricular activities throughout secondary school

One Collins Prestige Scholarship    

Full tuition in first, second, third, and fourth year    

Renewable    

90% and extracurricular activities throughout secondary school

Eligibility

Students submitting an application must have an admissions average of 90% or better plus have demonstrated leadership roles in their extra- curricular activities throughout school.

Only candidates with no previous attendance at a post-secondary educational institution (college or university excluding CEGEP) will be considered. Student must be pursuing post-secondary studies for the first time.