African Impact Diaspora Student Scholarships
The goal of this scholarship is to provide financial aid for undergraduate students in the African diaspora who are completing their education in Canada
African Impact Initiative is excited to support diaspora students of African descent in Canada through this scholarship. Applications open on April 22, and the annual deadline is September 30 for the current school year.
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eligibility
Current undergraduate students of African descent.
Students pursuing tertiary education in Canada with a valid offer letter and/or transcripts
GUIDELINES
This scholarship will be awarded annually to the selected students, in the winter semester of the academic school year. The funding is not renewable for students selected per academic year.
The scholarship can be used for living expenses (such as utility bills, phone bills, rent) and academic expenses (such as textbooks and school materials).
To ensure appropriate use of funds, the scholarship spend will be documented with receipts.
SELECTION PROCESS
Once the application closes, submissions will be assessed by a review committee in October. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews in November, and recipients will be notified in January. Recipients are also expected to attend the annual African Impact Conference in March.