I. ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES

The following scholarships and bursaries are available exclusively to students entering undergraduate or technical study at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College.

2010 Nova Scotia Agricultural College
Entrance Scholarships at a Glance

Other Scholarships Ranging in Value from $500 to $2,000
Both application-based and non-application based scholarships (various application deadlines). Selected and awarded in the fall. See detail on the various entrance scholarships on the following pages.

Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships to NSAC
All Canadian students with averages* of 80% or greater will receive an entrance scholarship from NSAC. Scholarships are awarded based on the high school averages of the courses required for admission.

$2,500 Scholarships to all students admitted with averages of 90% or greater

$1,500 Scholarships to all students admitted with averages between 85% and 89.4%

$1,000 Scholarships to all students admitted with averages between 80% and 84.4%

*For Entrance Scholarship purposes the determining average is based on either
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1. The average of the required courses for admission to the respective program of study from first term or final grade 12 marks (grade 13 Ontario).

2. The average of the final marks of the required courses for admission from first semester grade 12 and the final marks of the remaining required courses from grade 11.

Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship Eligibility:
For high school students only
Automatic consideration
No application is required
Tenable for one year
Students entering the first year of study in any undergraduate or technical program are eligible with following exception: Students receiving Atlantic Scholars Awards or NSAC/CEC Entrance Scholarships
For scholarship purposes averages are calculated to the nearest whole number (if an average falls exactly between two whole numbers, the average is rounded up)
Students must be enrolled in a minimum of four courses per semester to be eligible
Scholarships are awarded in two installments as long as full time study is maintained.

IB SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
All students graduating with an IB Diploma will receive an Entrance Scholarship to attend NSAC.

Atlantic Scholars Award - for Students in IB Programs
At least one renewable scholarship valued at $9,400/year (providing full tuition and residence at shared room rate) will be awarded to an outstanding student graduating with an IB program. Applicants must have a predicted score of 36 and be entering a full-time program of study at NSAC to be eligible.

Renewable Entrance Scholarships
- $10,000 Total Value/$2,500 per year – renewable Entrance Scholarships will be awarded to IB Diploma candidates with an overall predictor score of 36 or higher. The award will be continued during the recipient’s undergraduate program by maintaining an 80% average each year and an on-going registration in at least 80% of the normal course load for the program. Proof of graduation with an IB diploma will be required.

- $7,000 Total Value/$2,500 for First Year, and Renewed at $1,500 Per Year – renewable Entrance Scholarships will be awarded to IB Diploma candidates with an overall predictor score of 33-35. The award will be continued during the recipient’s undergraduate program by maintaining an 80% average each year and an on-going registration in at least 80% of the normal course load for the program. Proof of graduation with an IB diploma will be required.

Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships:
NSAC guarantees an Entrance Scholarship to all students who graduate with IB diplomas. Students not qualifying for the above noted awards will receive a minimum Entrance Scholarship if they begin their studies in September on the following basis:

$2,500 (non-renewable) – An Entrance Scholarship of $2,500 will be awarded to IB Diploma graduates with a predictor score from 30 - 32.

$1,500 (non-renewable) – An Entrance Scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded to IB Diploma graduates with a predictor score from 28 - 29.

$1,000 (non-renewable) – An Entrance Scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded to IB Diploma graduates with a predictor score from 24 - 27.

Entrance scholarships, valued at 50% of the above amounts, are also available to students who begin their studies in January.

Offers of the above scholarships to IB students will be guaranteed based on predicted scores. Actual scholarship awards will be increased to the respective level if final IB scores move a student to a higher category than the predicted score scholarship offer. For students whose final IB scores drop lower than the predicted score, the initial scholarship offer will be maintained. NSAC’s IB Scholarship Program is dedicated to students who graduate with an IB diploma. IB students who do not satisfy the requirements for the diploma will receive scholarships through the regular Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship Program.

TO PRINT THE APPLICATION FORM FOR EACH OF THE SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES, PLEASE CLICK ON THE TITLE OF EACH SCHOLARSHIP THAT IS UNDERLINED.

Atlantic Scholars Awards
NSAC annually awards five renewable entrance scholarships to students entering a full-time program of study either directly from high school or with no advanced standing from other post-secondary study. Atlantic Scholars Awards will provide tuition (for the respective program of study) and residence costs (at shared room rate, for as long as the recipient chooses to live in residence). The scholarship does not cover meals, books and student fees. In order to qualify for the value of the shared room portion of room and board fees, the recipient must reside in residence for the full academic year, each year the scholarship is held. Students entering either technical or degree programs at the college are eligible. Only those applicants who have achieved a minimum average of 85.0% on the courses required for admission shall be considered. Selection criteria include academic performance (on courses required for admission), geographic distribution (in most years at least one scholarship will be awarded to a student from each of the Atlantic Provinces), extra curricular activity, and a recommendation from an official representative (e.g. Guidance Counsellor) of the high school or other previously attended post secondary educational institution. The Atlantic Scholars Awards are tenable for a maximum of four years. These scholarships are renewed by maintaining an annual average of 85.0%. See information on page 3 on criteria for renewable scholarships for additional renewal criteria. Recipients of Atlantic Scholars Awards are not eligible to receive other guaranteed entrance scholarships. Recipients of renewed Atlantic Scholars Awards are also not eligible for internally selected In-Program scholarships. The Atlantic Scholars Awards are valued at approximately $9,500 for the first year and have a potential total value over four years of $38,000. The actual value is dependent on the number of courses taken and whether the residence portion is accepted. Applications must be submitted to NSAC Awards Office not later than March 12, 2010.

Students graduating with an IB Diploma should complete the Atlantic Scholars Award application form dedicated to IB Students (listed above with IB Scholarship Information).

Billie Archibald Memorial Scholarship
The $1,000 Billie Archibald Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a student from Musquodoboit Rural High School enrolled in the first or second year of any program of study at NSAC. Selection criteria is based on academic performance, financial need, and community leadership. A student may not receive this award more than once. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by September 20.

Doug Bailey Memorial Bursary
Farmers Dairy awards a $2,000 bursary to a student in any year of any program at NSAC who is a family member of a Farmers Dairy shareholder or employee. The bursary is named in memory of Doug Bailey, a former President and CEO. Selection criteria include leadership and extra-curricular and community activities, financial need and a sound academic record. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.

Bible Hill Garden Club Bursary
The $300 Bible Hill Garden Club Bursary is awarded to an NSAC student from the Truro area. Preference is given to students in at least the second year of study in Horticulture, preferably Environmental Horticulture, academic performance and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.

Canard Conservation Undergraduate Scholarship
The $500 Canard Conservation Undergraduate Scholarship is awarded to a first or second year B.Sc.(Agr.) Student from Kings Co., NS, planning course and/or project work related to the environment. Selection criteria include: academic performance, demonstrated interest in the environment, and career plans. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than May 14, 2010.

Randy Carey Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a student from the Annapolis Valley entering a degree/diploma program at NSAC who is interested in pursuing a career in agriculture. As a memorial to Randy Carey who worked for Stirling Fruit Farms for much of his career, preference will be given to students with interests in the Horticulture industry. Selection criteria include farm background and career plans, and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by May 14, 2010.

Chicken Producers of Nova Scotia Bursary
The Chicken Producers of Nova Scotia $1000 bursary is awarded to a Nova Scotia student at NSAC who shows a demonstrated interest in pursuing the study of poultry. Preference will be given to applicants with a farming background. Students in all years of study are eligible. A student may not receive this scholarship more than once. Application must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than September 20.

George & Lottie Cook Memorial Scholarship
The $500 George and Lottie Cook Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a Nova Scotia student enrolled in the first or second year of any program of study at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. No application required.

Dykeview Farms Ltd. Scholarship
Dykeview Farms Ltd. offers a $1,000 scholarship to students from Nova Scotia entering a program of study at NSAC. Preference will be given to students from Kings County (with additional preference to students from Northeast Kings Education Centre) planning to study a program directly related to farming and production agriculture (eg. Diploma in Enterprise Management - Farming; or B.Sc.(Agr.) Agricultural Business, Plant Science, Bio-Environmental Systems Management). Selection is based on financial need, community involvement and academic performance. Application deadline is May 3, 2010.

Kings County Federation of Agriculture Bursary
The $500 Kings County Federation of Agriculture Bursary is awarded to a resident of Kings County, NS, entering 1st year of full-time study at NSAC. Selection criteria include financial need, academic performance, and contribution and participation in the agricultural industry of Kings County. The selection will be made by the donor. Applications are available from and must be received by June 1 at the following address:
Kings County Federation of Agriculture
P.0. Box 14, Kentville, NS B4N 3V9

Kings Mutual Insurance Scholarship
In memory of Past Directors, The Kings Mutual Insurance Company awards three $1000 scholarships to Nova Scotia students, in any year of any program of study, at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College. At least one of the scholarships annually will be available to a student in a Technical program of study. Selection criteria include: financial need, academic performance, and demonstrated interest in a career in the Agri-food industry as reflected by summer employment and/or extra-curricular involvement. This scholarship is not available to students receiving other scholarships totalling $1000 or more. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than September 30.

Harrison McCain Scholarship
Valued at $16,000 over four years ($4,000 in year one, $8,000 over two years for students entering two year programs of study, three Harrison McCain Scholarships will be awarded to three students entering the first year of any program of study at NSAC. This scholarship is open to Canadian high school graduates who are maintaining an 80% average in their senior year of high school. Selection is based on academic performance, financial need, recognized initiative in funding own education and leadership qualities. The scholarship is renewed based on the recipient maintaining full-time study and carrying an academic average of 60% in year one, 70% in year two, and 75% in year three. The Harrison McCain Scholarship is tenable at NSAC for a maximum of four years of study and is not transferable. Recipients of the Harrison McCain Scholarship may also accept other scholarships, bursaries and awards but not to exceed a total of $7,500 in year one and a total of $6,700 in each of the following three years of study. Applications are due at the NSAC Awards Office no later than March 19, 2010.

Donald McInnes Award
A $1,000 scholarship is sponsored by Pictou Mutual Insurance Company to commemorate the 40 years of service Donald McInnes provided on their Board of Directors. This award is open to all students at NSAC. Selection criteria include commitment to and involvement in the community and leadership provided in student activities, academic performance and financial need. A student may not be selected for this award more than once. Applications to be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than September 20.

Bill Mathewson Memorial Bursary
In memory of Professor Emeritis, Bill Mathewson, who taught Animal Science course work for twenty years at NSAC, a $1,000 bursary will be awarded annually to a student in any year of any program to assist in furthering their education through study/travel to another country. This bursary has been made available through generous contributions from students, NSAC colleagues, friends and associates at church and within the agricultural industry, in particular, the sheep breeders of Nova Scotia. In applying for consideration students will submit a proposal to participate in such activities as a study semester abroad toward their NSAC degree/diploma, attendance at a conference to make a presentation, a specialized training course or an internship or development project. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 15.

Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture Scholarships
To encourage local students to pursue careers in the Agri-products industry, the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Agriculture awards two $1000 scholarships to Newfoundland and Labrador students (preferably one from the East Coast and one from the West Coast) entering studies at the NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. No application required.

Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Scholarships
The Newfoundland and Labrador government, through its Department of Education, awards three scholarships of $1000 each to Newfoundland and Labrador students entering a degree program at NSAC. Selection will be based on academic performance. No application is required.

NSAC Bursaries
NSAC has established a fund which will provide $1,000 bursaries to assist students in need of financial assistance. To be eligible students must be in good standing and will have spent at least one term of full-time study at NSAC and be registered on a full-time basis for both semesters for the full academic year. Applications will be reviewed December 8, 2010

NSAC Entrance Scholarships to Cobequid Educational Centre Students
The Nova Scotia Agricultural College Entrance Scholarship for students from the Cobequid Educational Centre will cover the full first year tuition for the technical or degree program which the student has chosen. The first year value of the scholarship is approximately $5,500 or degree students and $4,080 for technical students. Eligibility: The top three students graduating from CEC and entering the first year of study in any NSAC program will be awarded The NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students. Selection will be based on the average from the required courses combined with the school’s final rankings. A minimum average of 80% in the courses required for admission will be required. Renewability: The NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students will be renewed at the value of $1,500 per year. To be eligible for renewal the student must maintain an 80% average at NSAC and satisfy the criteria for scholarship renewal as outlined on page 3 of this booklet. Presentation: The NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students will be announced at CEC’s graduation and will be formally presented at NSAC’s Scholarship Banquet in October.

*In the case where one of the top three students from the Cobequid Educational Centre entering studies at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College receives an Atlantic Scholars Award that student would not be eligible to receive The NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC Students. The Scholarship would then be awarded to the student with next highest average coming from the Cobequid Educational Centre. Recipients of NSAC Entrance Scholarships for CEC students are not eligible to also receive one of the guaranteed entrance scholarships.

NSAC Scholarships for International Students (including US Students)
Scholarships from $1,000 - $5,000 will be awarded to selected International students enrolled for the full year in a program of study at NSAC. The maximum award will be half the tuition for the year of study. All students paying the International tuition differential are eligible for consideration. The awards are merit based and normally require registration in 80% of the normal course load for the program of study in both the previous and current year of study. Entrance scholarships will be awarded to outstanding applicants. Minimum of 80% or equivalent admission average on the courses required for admission. In Program scholarships will be offered to outstanding transfer students (an 80% or equivalent average from other post-secondary study is required for consideration) or to returning NSAC students who have maintained a minimum average of 80% in the work of the previous year at NSAC with no failed courses (including Drop Fails) with preference to students who have, in addition, maintained a cumulative average of 80%. The number and value of awards will be dependent on the number of International students eligible for consideration. No application required.

Nova Scotia Agricultural College Alumni Family Bursaries
Several $1,000 and $500 bursaries will be awarded annually to family members of NSAC Alumni studying at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance and financial need. Students in any year of any program are eligible. Application deadline is September 20.

Nova Scotia Federation Of Agriculture 100th Anniversary Scholarship
In recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture in 1995, a $1000 scholarship is awarded to a Nova Scotia student with a farm background with financial need and solid academic record. Students studying in any year of any program who have not qualified for other significant awards are eligible. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than September 30.

Nova Scotia Power Inc. University Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Power Inc. $1500 university entrance scholarship is awarded to a Nova Scotia student entering on a full time basis the first year of an undergraduate degree program at NSAC. The scholarship is tenable for up to four years (renewed by maintaining an 80.0% average in the previous year, other criteria may be considered for renewal). Selection criteria include academic performance and demonstrated involvement in extra-curricular activities. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than September 30.

Nova Scotia Technology Education Association Scholarship
The Nova Scotia Technology Education Association is pleased to offer two entrance scholarships in the amount of $250 to the NSAC Bachelor of Technology in Applied Science program, the first degree of its kind in Eastern Canada. Flexibility is the key to this innovative program, which provides a hands-on applied science degree with a curriculum that includes lab work and group projects. Upon completion, students can apply for direct admission to Acadia University's Bachelor of Education in Technology program. Application deadline is May 31.
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Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association Bursary
The $500 Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association Bursary will be awarded to a Nova Scotia student in the first year of the Animal Health Technology program. Selection criteria include financial need and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than October 6.

Operation Red Nose Bursaries
Two bursaries are sponsored by NSAC’s Students’ Union with donations received during
last year’s Operation Red Nose (ORN) campaign. A $200 bursary will be awarded to a student beginning studies at NSAC who participated in ORN or was active in MADD/SADD or other similar organizations in his/her high school or home community. A $400 bursary will be awarded to a returning student active in their home community and at NSAC. Secondary consideration will be given to academic performance and financial need. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than September 20.

RBC Centennial Entrance Scholarship
In recognition of NSAC’s 100th anniversary in 2005, RBC Financial Group has established a $1,000 entrance scholarship to be awarded annually to a student entering any program at NSAC who has not qualified for the Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships available to students coming directly from high school. Students considered for this scholarship would include – students with disabilities, mature students, and transfer students. Selection criteria include academic performance, involvement in extra-curricular and community activities and career plans. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office no later than September 20.

RBC Financial Group Entrance Scholarship
RBC Financial Group, through the RBC Foundation, is sponsoring a $1,000 Entrance Scholarship to be awarded to a student from a farm family entering the first year of the B.Sc.(Agr.) program at NSAC. Selection criteria include academic performance, extra-curricular involvement and career goals. Secondary consideration may also be given to geographic location. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than May 20, 2010.

Ted Rose Memorial Bursary
The $500 Ted Rose Memorial Bursary will be awarded to a student who plans to operate a livestock farm eventually. Selection criteria include a documented commitment to animal welfare, financial need and sound academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the Awards Office by October 6.

Sport Leadership Award
The $1,000 Sport Leadership Award recognizes a high school varsity athlete enrolling full time in a program of study and planning on participating in a sport at the varsity level at NSAC. Applicants must have a high school average of 75% in the courses required for admission to NSAC to be eligible. Recipients of other major entrance scholarships are not eligible. Selection criteria include financial need, sport skills and leadership. The Sport Leadership Award may be renewable for one year, conditional on the recommendation of the varsity coach(es) in the sport(s) of participation and an average of at least 65% from the first year of full-time study. Applications (including two letters of reference including one from a high school coach to comment on excellent sport skills, athletic ability, team leadership, coach ability, positive attitude) and a resume must be submitted to NSAC Awards Office by May 14, 2010.

Stewiacke Valley Garden Club Bursary
The $250 Stewiacke Valley Garden Club Bursary is awarded to a student from the Stewiacke Valley area of Nova Scotia studying at NSAC. Selection criteria include involvement in extra-curricular and community affairs, financial need and academic performance. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.

F. W. Walsh Memorial Scholarship
In memory of the outstanding agriculturalist F. Waldo Walsh, this $500 scholarship is awarded to a student who is admitted to the first year of a degree program at NSAC. Selection is based primarily on academic performance. Financial need and participation in school and community affairs will also be considered. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office not later than October 6.

Wentworth Valley Garden Club Bursary
The $500 Wentworth Valley Garden Club Bursary is awarded to a student from the Colchester or Cumberland County area of Nova Scotia studying in a program related to Horticulture at NSAC. Selection will be based primarily on financial need with sound academic performance secondary. Applications must be submitted to the NSAC Awards Office by October 6.