The Richard J. Van Loon Scholarship, valued at $5,000 for the 2023/2024 academic year, is awarded annually to an outstanding international student from an African country. The award was endowed in 2005 by friends, family and colleagues in honour of Richard J. Van Loon, Carleton’s 10th President.

Benefits

This scholarship is valued at $5,000. Two scholarships will be awarded.

Requirements

To be eligible for Carleton University Scholarships, candidate:

  • Must be a citizen of an African country.
  • Must be an international student, who is required to have a valid Study Permit for Canada.
  • Must be registered as a full-time student at Carleton University and successfully proceed from one year to another in any program of study.
  • Must be in good academic standing.

Method of Application

Instructions

  • Please complete all 6 sections of the application form
  • Submit with your application a signed recommendation from an academic referee
  • Submit with your application one proof of citizenship

The 2023-2024 application is now open. The link will open the application in a new tab. Do not complete the application on this tab; you must download and save to your computer.

For More Information,

Visit the Official Webpage

Application Deadline: February 1, 2024.