Scholarship

The deadline is quickly approaching for the Scholarship.  If you would like to submit an application for the scholarship, please send it in no later than Friday, May 14th by 4:00 p.m.  For more information on the Scholarship, see THIS post.

Scholarship May 14th Deadline

General Information

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Saint John NB Inc is pleased to be able to offer scholarships to clients, both past and present, to assist in educational plans.   The purpose of the bursary is to assist in the educational efforts of those who have been involved with the Society in some capacity.

Amount

The amount allocated to each recipient will vary depending on need of said applicant.  The amount will also vary based on the number of applications received.

Guidelines/Eligibility

To qualify for a scholarship, you must be a current client of The Society or a past client.  You must demonstrate financial need in order to obtain a scholarship from the Society. 

You must be able to prove that you are enrolled in an educational institution within Canada.  You can do this by providing a copy of your acceptance letter with your application form.

Funds will be dispersed directly to the educational institution.  Should you withdraw from the educational institution, funds will be revoked. 

You must be enrolled in one of the following institutions: community college, trades school, or university.  Consideration can be given to those who are attempting to obtain a G.E.D.

The Society can revoke funds for any reason prior to be released to the educational institution.

You must complete all sections of the application form, and include all necessary documents.

You may be required to meet with a member of the Society to further discuss your application.

You may be required to submit additional forms or information.

You may be required to submit a report of your studies/grades.

Application

Each applicant should complete the application form and send along any information they feel would help outline why they need the application form (ie. Letters of reference, resume, cover letter).  Each applicant is required to include a letter explaining the applications long and short term educational goals.  The more information you provide, the easier it will be for the Committee to select recipients.

Please include the following when applying:

___     Completed Application

___     Acceptance letter from educational institution

___     Supporting documents (resume, reference letters, etc)

___     Letter stating long & short term educational goals

Deadline

All applications are due by May 14^th, 2010.  Applications should be sent to:

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Saint John NB Inc.

Scholarship Foundation

C/o Erin McLaughlin

PO Box 23012

Saint John NB

E2M 3M1

All applicants will be notified of the Committees decision regarding applications by June 4^th, 2010.

Should you have questions or need assistance filling out your application, please do not hesitate to contact the Society.

To get an application, please call or email our office.  They are available for pick up.

Phone: 506-635-8851

Fax: 506-635-8851

Email: efry@nb.aibn.com

Announcement!

The Elizabeth Fry Society of Saint John NB Inc is pleased to announce that it will be offering a scholarship to clients, past and present, who will be pursing an education in Fall 2010.  You must be attending an educational institution in Canada, and be able to provide documentation, as well as fill out an application form.  This scholarship will be available to all clients, past and present, who are between the ages of 17-24!  If you're attending a college,  trade school, or university in the Fall, please contact us for more information and an application.

635-8851 or efry@nb.aibn.com