Mount Allison University Pilot Program: Rob Robichaud Vantage Airport Group Scholarship in Aviation for Caribbean International Students

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Up $4,500 CAD

The scholarship will be awarded to one student per year at a value of $9,000, unless there are two equally ideal and qualified students, in which case two scholarships will be awarded at a value of $4,500 each

Who's Eligible

International Full-time student

Preference to students from The Bahamas, Jamaica and the Caribbean

Student in or entering the Bachelor of Science (Aviation) program at Mount  Allison University in New Brunswick, Canada

This scholarship is in honour of the late Rob Robichaud. Robichaud was the president and CEO of the Greater Moncton Romeo LeBlanc International Airport  and lost his battle with cancer in 2014.

Mount Allison’s Aviation program is offered in partnership with the Moncton Flight College. The Bachelor of Science degree program is one of only a few in Canada that allows students to earn an undergraduate degree that incorporates flight and ground school training. Students focus on subjects relevant to aviation such as geography, mathematics, and physics at Mount Allison; complete ground school training at the Moncton Flight College. 

Before graduation, students complete over 200 hours of flying , hundreds of hours of ground training, and hold a Commercial Pilots Licence (CPL) with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings. The option to complete the integrated Airline Transport Pilot (IATP) course is also available to students. Graduates have a high level of employment immediately following their degree.

 

About the BSc in Aviation (from MAU’s  website)

The B.Sc. (Aviation) major is for students wishing to obtain a university degree while preparing for a career in the aviation industry. It is offered in partnership with the Moncton Flight College (MFC), one of the premier flight training establishments in Canada. 

The major is an interdisciplinary science program, featuring study in depth of subjects that are relevant to aviation, including geography, mathematics and physics, together with professional pilot training to an advanced level. 

The program begins with first year courses taken at the Mount Allison campus in Sackville. In following years, while continuing to take courses in Sackville, students also complete an intensive flight training program at the MFC campus in Dieppe, N.B., including ground school and flying instruction. 

Before graduation students complete over 200 hours of flying, hundreds of hours of ground training, and hold a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with multi-engine and instrument ratings. The option to complete the integrated Airline Transport Pilot (IATP) course is also available.

In consultation with the program co-ordinator, students select their courses to provide additional depth in computer science, geography, mathematics or physics and complete a minor for the B.Sc. 

Travel between campuses

From the Sackville, N.B. campus of Mount Allison to the Dieppe, NB campus of Moncton Flight College (MFC) is about 38 km, mostly along the divided and well-maintained Trans-Canada Highway. Travel time is about 25 minutes.

BSc Aviation students must provide their own transportation between campuses in years two to four, primarily to attend flight training with their individual instructor at MFC. 

Ground School Classes

Most ground school instruction is provided at the Mount Allison Sackville campus.  These classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm, during Fall and Winter terms.  

 

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All Bahamas Merit Scholarship

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Amount: Up To $35,000 / Annum

Awarded by Bahamian Ministry of Education- Scholarship & Educational Loan Division

Deadline: APRIL 30 (11:59 PM)

Beautisca King received this Scholarship. 

Listen to her talk about what she had to do on our Podcast.

Who's Eligible

a) be a citizen of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas;
b) be a graduate of or expect to graduate from a Bahamian secondary school, having completed a minimum of three (3) consecutive years of secondary education in The Bahamas (see note below);
c) be under the age of twenty (20);
d) have a minimum secondary school cumulative GPA of 3.70 or equivalent at the end of the term prior to application;
e) have sat a minimum of eight (8) BGCSE’s including English Language and Mathematics, and achieved a minimum of eight “A” passes, prior to the time of application;
f) have applied to or been accepted to an accredited international College or University.

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Scholarship Overview:  

The All Bahamas Merit Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship awarded in The Bahamas.

The All Bahamas Merit Scholarship is awarded to the single applicant* who has demonstrated exceptional academic ability, excellence in co-curricular activities, has been accepted to an academically prestigious College or University, has a strong ethos of public service, possesses an unwavering dedication to improving the lives of all Bahamians, and has demonstrated a strong moral character and the potential to lead.

Students are encouraged to apply to accredited institutions with superior academic credentials.

The ideal All Bahamas Merit scholar will serve in an ambassadorial role for The Bahamas. The All Bahamas Merit Scholar is expected to contribute to the overall development of The Bahamas by providing service and applying their talents and knowledge to improve the lives of other Bahamians.

*an All Bahamas Merit runner up will also be selected.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The All Bahamas Merit Scholarship is currently valued at up to $35, 000.00 per annum. The scholarship is a renewable award for up to five (5) years of undergraduate study tenable at the University of The Bahamas or an accredited University or College in the Caribbean, United States, United Kingdom, or Canada. Consideration will be given to specific undergraduate degrees whose required programme exceeds five(5) years in length.

The award will provide, in order of priority, for tuition and related fees, on-campus room and board, books, miscellaneous student fees and health insurance as funding allows.

The recipient should maintain a 3.25 cumulative GPA or equivalent in the first year of study and a minimum of 3.50 cumulative GPA or equivalent in each subsequent year.

The All Bahamas Merit Scholar should clearly demonstrate their desire to contribute to the national development of The Bahamas and acknowledge their obligation to ensure that other Bahamians may benefit from the opportunities afforded them upon the successful completion of their educational and professional training.

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SELECTION CRITERIA

  1. Academic Merit – based on high school GPA, BGCSE grades, test scores (including SAT I’s, SAT II’s, AP’s, IB’s, COB GPA, etc.), rigor of academic programme, honours, awards and recommendations;

  2. Quality and reputation of the proposed College / University;

  3. Leadership and contributions to school and community;

  4. Candidate’s personal qualities including leadership skills, maturity, independence, sense of direction, motivation, self-expression, and enthusiasm;

  5. Ability to perform as an Ambassador for The Bahamas.

    Note: all short listed candidates will be interviewed by the Selection Committee.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND TERMS OF AWARDS

  •   Deadline: Completed application forms must be properly completed and submitted, with the relevantdocumentation, by11:59pmonApril30th.

  •   Only complete applications will be considered by the Selection Committee.

  •   Notification of Candidates: The Selection Committee will inform each applicant of its decisions.

  •   Changes in Field of Study or College: If a scholar wishes to change his/ her field of study or

    College at any point after the date of the award, he/she must inform the All Bahamas Merit Selection Committee in writing as to the reason(s) for such a change prior to making the change. A decision will then be made regarding the status of the award.

  •   If a scholar must discontinue his or her education temporarily, or fails to meet the required minimum GPA to maintain the award, he/she must submit in writing to the All Bahamas Merit Selection Committee a full explanation of the circumstances leading to the withdrawal or decline in academic standing, supported by documentary evidence. This will be carefully weighed and considered before a decision is made as to the status of the award.

    CONTINUATION OF SCHOLARSHIP

    Each year, The All Bahamas Merit Scholar must provide the following documentation in order to be eligible for scholarship renewal:

  •   An official college transcript after each semester and no later than June 15 of each academic year completed verifying that he/she has been registered on a fulltime basis; is maintaining the minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 out of a possible 4.0 or equivalent for the first year of study, and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.50 or equivalent for each subsequent year; is following the approved field of study; and is in good financial standing.

  •   A Personal Evaluation Report summarizing the past school year, personal highlights, challenges and goals for the upcoming academic year.

  •   A completed Volunteer Service Verification Form confirming the contribution of a minimum of 25 hours of volunteer service to projects and / or service organizations of their choice each year, either while enrolled in college or during vacation periods.

  •   A Cost of Attendance Worksheet verifying their tuition, fees and other expenses associated with his/her study as well as the financial resources, including other scholarship awards, grants or gifts.

    Scholarship awards will be calculated annually up to $35,000.00. Scholarship funds will be applied, in order of priority, to tuition and related fees, on-campus room and board, books, miscellaneous student fees and health insurance as funding allows. Other merit based scholarship awards will be taken into consideration.

    The selection of the All Bahamas Merit Scholar is entirely in the hands of an independent selection committee. If there are any questions as to the policies concerning the scholarship programme, they are to be directed to The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Nassau, Bahamas.

 

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Dalhousie University : Reverend Trevor Phillips Memorial Scholarship for Caribbean Students

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Amount:  Undisclosed 

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Dalhousie University 

Halifax, Nova Scotia,  Canada

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Who's Eligible

Student accepted to Dalhousie University

Awarded to students beginning their studies in any program directly from high school who are either Nova Scotia residents of Caribbean descent, or applying from the Caribbean.

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About this Award:

Revd. Trevor A. Phillips was born in Jamaica on March 5, 1941. He received his early education at Kingston College and Union Theological Seminary in Kingston. He was an Ordained Minister at Mount Zion United Church in Jamaica before migrating to Canada. From 1969-72 he continued his pastoral work in Prince Edward Island. Revd. Phillips moved to Nova Scotia and worked at St. Paul’s United Church in Halifax from 1973-1981, and then Sambro-Parkhill-Jollymore Pastoral Charge from 1981 until his passing in 2008. He obtained degrees at the University of Prince Edward Island (BSc), St. Mary’s University (MEd) and Dalhousie University (BEd 1975 & MA Education 1980) Science, Education, Educational Psychology, Counselling, Educational Administration and Supervision. During his career he was a teacher and guidance counsellor at several schools within the Halifax Regional School Board and a member of their Crisis Intervention Team. He was also a presenter at several national and provincial conferences delivering workshops on multi-culturalism, human rights, curriculum reform and discipline strategies. Revd. Phillips was a man of excellence with great passion for life. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed badminton (at Dalplex with the “Silver Tigers” Table Tennis), cricket and jogging. His compassion and dedication to Christian Ministry, counselling within the community and caring for people in need was extensive and extraordinary. His amazing laughter and sense of humour brought joy to many lives. He was a legend in his time. On Eagles’ Wings is an autobiographical account of his life and faith. The Revd. Trevor Phillips Memorial Scholarship was established as a “living” memorial so that his name and his excellence will be remembered in a significant way.

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Lyford Cay Foundation Scholarship for Bahamian Graduate Students

AMOUNT: Variable

For Masters/ PhD Students

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2018 Deadline : MARCH 19 , 2018

Who Is Eligible ?

All applicants must be a Bahamian citizen.

All applicants must be studying outside of The Bahamas.

All applicants must have at least one academic year remaining, which is the equivalent of two full semesters.

Minimum GPA requirements:
Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.3 or
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Family Education Background
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  • Economics and International Business
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  • Foreign Languages
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  • Library and Information Sciences
  • Marine and Environment Sciences
  • Nursing – specialised fields
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  • Renewable Energy
  • School and College Admission Counselling
  • School Psychology
  • Sciences – Biology, Chemistry, Physics
  • Urban Development and Planning

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Career Goal
Matches employment opportunities in The Bahamas in major sectors of economic activity or sectors experiencing growth; labour market shortages are well documented in a particular field.

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Matches employment opportunities in The Bahamas in major sectors of economic activity or sectors experiencing growth; labour market shortages are well documented in a particular field.

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The Rogers Family Scholarship Fund (The Canadian Lyford Cay Foundation)

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  • Open field of study, with preference given to students who are accepted into the Edward Rogers School of Business Management at Ryerson University

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The Nihon Family Scholarship (The Canadian Lyford Cay Foundation)

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  • For study in Canada at the undergraduate level
  • Open field of study
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