As it has for generations, Bishop’s University continues to attract exceptional students of high academic standing. They make significant contributions to the intellectual and social life of the University and they derive great benefit from their experiences at Bishop’s. These impressive young people have a positive impact on their classmates, professors and the community and they contribute to Bishop’s objective of providing the best undergraduate education in the country.
Made possible by an anonymous benefactor of the University, the Michael Goldbloom Excellence Scholarships, named for Bishop’s 18th Principal and Vice-Chancellor, are valued at $11,000 per year (renewable) for CEGEP students and $17,000 per year (renewable) for high school students*, and are intended to recognize and reward students with outstanding academic records who embody Bishop’s values. We are committed to being a diverse, vibrant and inclusive community, and we encourage students of equity-deserving groups to apply for this Scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Michael Goldbloom Excellence Scholarships, applicants must:
- be in their final year of full-time studies in high school or CEGEP;
- be citizens or permanent residents of Canada (applicants may be residing elsewhere for their studies at the time of application);
- present a minimum cumulative admissions average in their Grade 11 year of 90% or a cumulative CEGEP R-Score of 33;
- apply and be admitted to one of the University’s full-time Bachelor’s degree programs;
- provide the names of two (2) referees (a senior official or teacher at their high school or CEGEP) who must complete an electronic referee form;
- write a brief essay (maximum 500 words) setting out their achievements and aspirations;
- create a video of no more than two (2) minutes in which they define their intellectual strengths and academic ambitions, and provide a YouTube or similar link on the application for the committee to review; and
- begin their studies in the Fall term for which they have received their scholarship.
A scholarship offer is only valid for the year in which it is offered – deferrals are not permitted. Scholarships are paid in two instalments (one in the Fall semester and one in the Winter semester), after the add-drop deadline in each semester.
*Quebec residents will receive a maximum of $11,000 per year; Canadian non-Quebec residents will receive a maximum of $17,000 per year.
Please note that the Michael Goldbloom Excellence Scholarship cannot be awarded in conjunction with other Bishop’s University scholarships, awards, and bursaries. This means that the scholarship offer that is of higher value will replace the scholarship of lower value. Students benefitting from a tuition waiver as defined by the collective agreements of the University who are receiving a Michael Goldbloom Excellence Scholarship will have the value of the tuition deducted from their scholarship.
Selection Process
Recipients will be selected by a Committee chaired by the Principal of the University. Applicants who meet the required academic standards will be evaluated on factors such as leadership, community engagement, entrepreneurship, and exceptional academic, artistic or athletic talent.
Renewal
This scholarship will be renewed if the student:
- maintains full-time status during the Fall and Winter semesters;
- has a cumulative average of 85% in the best 24 credits over the last academic year (Fall, Winter and/or Spring semesters);
- has fewer than 120 credits completed at the start of the upcoming Fall semester.
- Note: The scholarship is renewable for up to three (3) years for students coming directly from High School (maximum possible funding of four (4) years), and (2) years coming directly from CEGEP (maximum possible funding of three (3) years). Exception: An additional year of funding is available for recipients enrolled in the Bachelor of Education program.
Additional Benefits
- Opportunities to connect with mentors and to engage with returning Scholars.
- Opportunities to meet the Principal, the Chancellor and other senior members of the Bishop’s community.
- Opportunities to participate in leadership and scholarly gatherings.
Application Process
Students applying for a Michael Goldbloom Excellence Scholarship must first complete the application for admission as outlined on the Bishop’s University Online Application web page. They can subsequently complete and submit the application and submit supporting documents for the Michael Goldbloom Excellence Scholarship.
The deadline for receipt of application and supporting documents for the Michael Goldbloom Excellence Scholarship is March 31. Successful applicants will be notified by mid-April.
Supporting Documents Required
- Two (2) references completed using the electronic Referee Form. The applicant is responsible for asking their referees to complete the form and for supplying them with the link to the form.
Guidelines for Referees:
- Complete the online Referee Form (can be completed in English or French).
- The Referee Form must be completed by a school administrator (e.g., Principal, Vice-Principal, Dean of Student Affairs, teacher, university guidance counsellor or similar).
- Referees cannot be related to the applicant.
- References should demonstrate and discuss the applicant’s academic ability, community engagement, leadership capabilities, future potential and any relevant extenuating circumstances.
- The Scholarship Selection Committee may contact a referee to validate any part of their statement in support of an applicant.
- References must be submitted by March 31.