Scholarships & Bursaries

Up to ten (10) awards of $1000 each, to students who graduate from the BC Public School System.  Applications are ONLY accepted between January 1st and March 31st.

How does it work?

The British Columbia Retired Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association (BCRPVPA) awards up to ten (10) bursaries/scholarships, in the amount of $1000 each, to students who graduate from the BC public school system and who are continuing their education at an accredited post-secondary institution. (Students planning a “gap year” should apply in the year in which they register in a post-secondary program.)
Applicants who are pursuing education in trades, technical and career fields, as well as those entering universities and colleges, are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be judged on their demonstrated
leadership and service activities within the school and community as well as academic skills. Financial need of applicants will also be a consideration.

Requirements

A Short Essay

A short essay (not more than a page) indicating leadership and service roles held in your school and community, your post-secondary aspirations, and an indication of financial need.

Letter from School

A letter of reference from your school.

Letter from Community

A letter of reference from a community organization that addresses your involvement with it.

Grades

A copy of your interim high school transcript that includes all your Grade 12 marks to date

Application Form

Once you gather all documents in a pdf format, you can submit your application online clicking on the link below.

Applications Timeline


Deadline: All completed applications must be received on-line between Jan 1 and March 31 st of the year in which you will register in your program of studies.

Scholarship/Bursary Results: Successful applicants will be notified by the end of April.

Scholarship/Bursary Winners

Once approved, you will be asked to provide by May 30th: 

1. Your first and last name, and your birthdate.
2. Final confirmation of your post-secondary name, complete mailing address and your student number.
3. Your social insurance number for your tax slip.
4. An address where your T4A slip can be mailed the following February. This is generally your family’s home address.
5. Your email address.

Be aware that we highlight each bursary and scholarship winner in our Chronicles and Capers newsletter.