Carleton University 2025 Richard Van Loon Scholarship for African Students

Awarded annually, on the recommendation of the Richard J. Van Loon Scholarship Committee to an outstanding international student from an African country. Eligible recipients will be full-time students proceeding from one year to another in any program of study at Carleton University. Consideration will be given to students in financial need. Application is required. If an undergraduate student is selected, the scholarship will be awarded by the Director of Undergraduate Awards and Financial Aid, if a graduate student is selected, the scholarship will be awarded by tthe Vice-Provost of Graduate Studies. Endowed in 2005 by friends, family and colleagues in honour of Richard J. Van Loon, Carleton’s 10th President.

The Richard J. Van Loon Scholarship, valued at $5,000 for the 2025 academic year, is awarded annually to an outstanding international student from an African country.

Requirements for Carleton University Richard Van Loon Scholarship

• Applicant must be a citizen of an African country
• Applicant must be an international student, who is required to have a valid study permit for Canada
• Applicant must be proceeding from one year to another in an academic program at Carleton University
• Applicant must be enrolled full time
• Applicant must be in good academic standing
• Preference will be given to students in financial need
  
  Application Documents

Provide one (1) official piece of proof of citizenship
Provide one (1) letter of academic recommendation.
Complete the entire form and submit all documents directly to Awards and Financial Aid: awards@carleton.ca

Application Deadline

February 1, 2025

How to Apply

For more details, visit Carleton University webpage