SCHOLARSHIPS

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The Greek Community of Oshawa & District awards two scholarships annually in March:

1. $1000
2. $500

(Amounts are subject to change at the discretion of the board)

The Board of Directors sincerely THANKS Lana Paton (Makris) for her generous donations over the years that have made these scholarships possible.

Purpose:

• To acknowledge the active participation of all students within our region.
• Provide public recognition to our students for their well deserving academic efforts.
• Financially assist and motivate all of our students to excel in their studies.

Eligibility:

• Candidates for the scholarship award must be in full attendance of an academic institution (Community College and/or University) the year prior to the year of application (Community College and/or University Graduates are also eligible to apply).
• The Scholarship Award Program does not prohibit students who are enrolled outside of the country.
• Candidates must have achieved a minimum overall seventy (70%) average in the last school year attended (last 2 semesters),
• Priority will be given to candidates who did not receive scholarship the previous year.
• Priority will be given to candidates having involvement in promoting Hellenic Language or Greek Orthodox Religion

Number of Scholarships:

• A maximum of two (2), five hundred dollar ($500.00) scholarships will be awarded and one (1) one-thousand dollar ($1000.00) scholarships.

Process:

• Complete application form
• Attach an official transcript (Photocopies will not be accepted).
• Include a 500-750 word essay describing your involvement in promoting Hellenic Language or Greek Orthodox Religion.