Application is now open for IBET Momentum Fellowship at Concordia University. Interested candidates are encouraged to send in their applications before the deadline date.

About Concordia University and Fellowship

Concordia University, located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, is a prominent English-language public research institution established in 1974 through the merger of Loyola College and Sir George Williams University. As one of the three universities in Quebec where English is the primary language of instruction, Concordia stands alongside McGill and Bishop’s University. With two campuses, the Sir George Williams Campus in Downtown Montreal and the Loyola Campus in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, Concordia is among the largest universities in Canada, boasting 49,898 students enrolled in credit and non-credit courses for the 2022–23 academic year.

The university offers a diverse range of academic programs, with four faculties, a school of graduate studies, and numerous colleges, centers, and institutes. Concordia’s academic offerings include over 400 undergraduate and 120 graduate programs and courses, reflecting its commitment to providing a comprehensive and inclusive education.

In terms of global recognition, Concordia University has performed well in postsecondary school rankings. The 2024 QS World University Rankings positioned the university at 387th in the world, while the 2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities ranked it in the range of 501–600 globally. The 2023 Times Higher Education World University Rankings placed Concordia in the range of 601–800 worldwide, and the U.S. News & World Report 2022–23 global university rankings positioned it at 653rd in the world. The university’s standing has also been acknowledged in Maclean’s Canadian university rankings.

The Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science at Concordia is dedicated to promoting diversity within the engineering and technology sector. To actively contribute to this goal, the school has launched the Indigenous and Black Engineering/Technology (IBET) Momentum Fellowship. This prestigious fellowship is designed to attract highly qualified domestic applicants who self-identify as Indigenous or Black, providing them with financial support throughout their academic journey. The fellowship aligns with Concordia’s ongoing efforts to empower, mentor, and comprehensively support aspiring leaders within academia and industry, fostering a more inclusive and representative future for the engineering and technology fields.

Details about IBET Momentum Fellowship at Concordia University:

Scholarship Sponsor: Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science/Concordia University

Scholarship Value: $35,000 

Number of awards: 2

Study level: Fellowship

Host Institution(s): Concordia University, Canada

Courses: Computer Science, Engineering

Eligibility Criteria for IBET Momentum Fellowship

Candidates are advised to meet the following conditions to be eligible for the IBET Momentum Fellowship at Concordia University:

• The student has to be a part of one of these groups:

1. Native American pupils from Native American-serving schools in the United States and Canada, or
2. African-Canadian, Caribbean-Canadian, or Afro-Caribbean-heritage black citizens or permanent residents of Canada. If no applicants from Canada apply, Black international students may be eligible as well.

• Fulfill the prerequisites for admission to the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science Ph.D. program.
• Throughout your tenure in the Ph.D. program, you must maintain your full-time status and high academic standing.

Selection Procedure

It is anticipated that by the middle of October, the Department will rate the nominations and send the applications and ranking to the Office of the Dean (email to Iliada Athienitis). Faculty members should get an internal deadline from their departments. To choose two prize recipients before the first week of November, the GCS Graduate Prize Committee will convene.

Application Process for IBET Momentum Fellowship

There is no need for a separate application since students are automatically considered for this prize at the time of acceptance. The Graduate Program Director should get the following from the Department to propose a student:

1. Nomination letter from the supervisor(s)
2. Updated CV of the nominee
3. Transcripts
4. Reference letters
5. Other evidence of academic excellence

You can visit the Concordia University website or the fellowship’s official website for further details.

The Submission Deadline is: Not Specified

Application is now open for the Carleton University Richard J. Van Loon Scholarships for African Students. Interested applicants are encouraged to send their applications in before the deadline date.

About Carleton University and Scholarship

Carleton University, situated in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, stands as a testament to academic excellence and a commitment to serving its community. Established in 1942 as Carleton College, the institution initially operated as a private, non-denominational evening college with a specific focus on catering to returning World War II veterans. The evolution to university status occurred in 1952 through the Carleton University Act, later amended in 1957 to give the institution its present name. The university pays homage to the now-dissolved Carleton County, which included the city of Ottawa at the time of the university’s founding.

Carleton University is organized into six faculties, offering a diverse array of more than 65 degree programs. It houses several specialized institutions, including the Arthur Kroeger College of Public Affairs, the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs, the Carleton School of Journalism, the School of Public Policy and Administration, and the Sprott School of Business.

With over 27,000 undergraduate and 4,000 graduate students enrolled annually as of 2021, Carleton boasts a sprawling 150-acre campus west of Old Ottawa South, near The Glebe and Confederation Heights. Its picturesque setting is bordered by the Rideau Canal and Dow’s Lake to the north and the Rideau River to the south.

Carleton University has made significant contributions to academia, producing over 165,000 alumni worldwide, including 7 Rhodes Scholars, 2 Pulitzer Prize awardees, 8 Killam Prize winners, and numerous Order of Canada recipients. The institution is affiliated with 53 Royal Society Fellows and members and has the distinction of being associated with 3 Nobel laureates.

In various Canadian and international rankings, Carleton has consistently held a prominent position. Among the notable rankings is the 2022 Academic Ranking of World Universities, which positioned the university in the international range of 501–600. Carleton University ranked 21st in Canada and in the 601–650 range internationally in the 2023 QS World University Rankings. According to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2023, Carleton was ranked between 601 and 800. In the U.S. News & World Report Best Global University Ranking for 2022–2023, Carleton was ranked 20th in Canada and 526th overall.

Distinguished academic members at Carleton University include ten 3M National Teaching Award winners, thirteen IEEE Fellows, twenty-eight Canada Research Chairs, and one Canada 150 Chair.

The $5,000 Richard J. Van Loon Award is one prestigious award offered by Carleton for the 2023–2024 academic year. This scholarship was established in 2005 in memory of Richard J. Van Loon, Carleton’s tenth president, and is given each year to an exceptional foreign student from an African nation.

Details about Richard J. Van Loon Scholarships at Carleton University:

Scholarship Sponsor: Carleton University, Canada

Scholarship Value: $5,000

Number of awards: 2

Study level: Postgraduate

Host Institution(s): Carleton University, Canada

Richard J. Van Loon Scholarships: Eligibility Criteria

Applicants are advised to meet the following conditions to be qualified for Richard J. Van Loon Scholarships at Carleton University:

• Be a national of an African nation.
• Must be an international student and possess a current Canada Study Permit.
• Must be enrolled full-time at Carleton University and satisfactorily complete each year of any program of study before moving on to the next.
• Need to be in excellent standing academically.

Application Process for Richard J. Van Loon Scholarships

• Please fill out the application form in all six areas.
• Include a signed letter of recommendation from an academic reference with your application.
• Include one piece of evidence of citizenship with your application.

Note: The program will open in a new tab when you click the link. You must download and save the application to your computer; do not finish it on this tab.

The Application Deadline is February 1, 2024

Application is now open for the MacEwan University Provost’s Continuing Scholarship. Interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications in before the deadline date.

About MacEwan University and Scholarship

Canada’s MacEwan University is a public undergraduate institution situated in the heart of Edmonton, Alberta. It was once a two-year college until becoming Alberta’s sixth university in 2009. Ten bachelor’s degrees, one applied degree, and forty-three diploma and certificate programs are available at MacEwan University. Furthermore, MacEwan University is the biggest postsecondary university in Alberta for transfers.

The following tiers determine whether overseas degree students are eligible for MacEwan’s Automated Continuing Scholarships:

GPA of 3.7-4.0; Chancellor’s Scholarship: $10,000-$14,000

GPA of 3.5-3.69 – President’s Scholarship – $8,000-$12,000

GPA of 3.3-3.49—Provost’s Scholarship 1—$6,000-$10,000

Details about MacEwan University Provost’s Continuing Scholarship:

Scholarship Sponsor: MacEwan University, Canada

Scholarship Value: $6,000-$10,000

Number of awards: Varies

Study level: Undergraduate

Host Institution(s): MacEwan University, Canada

Benefits:

The quantity and worth of scholarships will change depending on the funding sources and qualified applicants. The scholarship will be awarded over two terms in equal halves (fall and winter). The GPA requirements and funding levels for this scholarship are as follows:

3.33–3.49% GPA Between $6,000 and $10,000

The first offer value will be the minimum value. Based on GPA, some scholarship values may rise, subject to funding availability. Additional funding for students may also be given out by priority nations and programs.

Eligibility Criteria for MacEwan University Provost’s Continuing Scholarship

Candidates are advised to meet the following conditions to be qualified for MacEwan University Provost’s Continuing Scholarship:

1. Be an international student as of the September add/drop deadline and as of the preceding academic year with a valid study permit.
2. Completed at least 12 credits at the university level in each of the preceding fall and winter terms while enrolled full-time in a MacEwan University degree program.
3. As of the first day after the add/drop deadline in September, be enrolled in a degree program at MacEwan University offering a credential and registered for at least 12 university-level credits each term in each of the Fall and Winter terms of the forthcoming academic year.
4. Possess no records of academic dishonesty, either past or present.
5. After the winter term’s add/drop deadline, keep taking the bare minimum of necessary credits.

Limitations, clarifications, and notes:

• The Grading Policy’s definition of GPA will be applied.
• If an international student was enrolled in more than 24 credits during the previous fall and winter term, their GPA will be determined based on all of their attempted MacEwan post-secondary credits.
• A person may receive this scholarship no more than three (3) times in their lifetime.
• Scholarship recipients who are enrolled in university transfer programs are not eligible.
• Students must have maintained a minimum GPA of 2.0 in the fall term and be enrolled in 12 university-level credits for the winter term to be eligible for the second distribution of the scholarship in the winter term.
• This grant is not available to international students who are pursuing a subsequent MacEwan baccalaureate degree as specified by the policy.
• Based on funding availability, students in degree programs with the necessary GPAs will be evaluated for eligibility.
• In the event of a disagreement over this scholarship, MacEwan International will have the last say in upholding the program’s objectives.
• Scholarships will be given out starting with the highest averages and continuing until all monies have been allocated if there are more eligible students than there are scholarships.
• There is no application procedure; international students are instantly evaluated for eligibility.
• Math 099 and university preparation courses do not count for university credits.

Selection Criteria

Selection is made automatically. The recipients will get an email notification. In the event of a disagreement over this scholarship, MacEwan International will have the last say in upholding the program’s objectives. Usually distributed throughout the fall semester.

Application Process for MacEwan University Provost’s Continuing Scholarship

This award is not applied for directly by students. Students will receive an email notification and will be automatically considered. You can visit the MacEwan University website for further details.

The Submission Deadline is: Not Specified