Automatic Admission Awards

The following awards have been made available thanks to the generosity of Queen's donors.

Students who apply to Queen's University will be automatically considered for the following awards. Most of these awards are based on grades. When a student is offered admission to Queen's they will be notified if they have been selected to an automatic admission award. 

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Awards Open to All Students:

Aboriginal Admission Award

Established in January 2010 by Chancellor David Dodge, B.A (Hons.) 1965, LL.D. 2002, and Christiane Dodge, B.A. 1964 and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to Aboriginal students entering first year of any undergraduate degree program under an Aboriginal Admission Policy

Established in January 2012 by the Estates of E. Stanley Beacock, B.A. 1942, and Nadine M. Beacock in addition to the proceeds of a Charitable Remainder Trust created by Nadine M. Beacock. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program. The award is renewable for three years provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained in a full-time course load in each subsequent year.

Awarded to the top individual speaker at the Canadian National High School Debating Tournament who registers in the first year of a first entry undergraduate program at Queen's University.

Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of a direct-entry undergraduate degree program at Queen's University.

Awarded for general proficiency and is payable in three annual installments provided a minimum GPA of 2.7 (B-) is maintained each year.

Betty Harrison Awards for First Generation Students

Established in February 2018 by the Estate of Ester Margaret (Betty) Harrison and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to first generation students entering first year of any undergraduate degree program under the First Generation Admission Policy.

Established by a gift from the estate of Mr. Henry Dyce Howitt and awarded on the basis of high academic standing to a student entering the first year of any undergraduate program at Queen's University.

Awarded to a student entering the first year of any direct entry undergraduate program at Queen's University for high standing on two or more Grade 12U, or equivalent, Mathematics courses.

Awarded for general proficiency to a candidate who achieved high standing in Grade 12U, or equivalent, French.

Awarded to a student entering the first year of any direct entry undergraduate program at Queen's University for high standing in Grade 12U, or equivalent, English.

Awarded for general proficiency.

Awarded to a candidate who achieved high standing on the Senior High School Mathematics Contest.

The Queen's University Memorial Fund commemorates students, alumni, faculty and staff in whose names donors have provided funds for the University. A scroll of the names of all those to be remembered is provided to each student benefiting from the fund. The scholarship will be awarded on the basis of academic merit to students entering the first year of any undergraduate program at Queen's.

Established in 1951 by Lincoln Might and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any direct entry undergraduate Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering degree program.

Established by Alban H. Norton, P.Eng., B.A. Hons. '36, and awarded on the basis of academic standing to students entering the first year of any undergraduate program at Queen's University. Two scholarships are offered.

Principal's Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program.

Awarded for general proficiency.

Established in May 2005 through a gift made to Queen's University from the estate of Brigadier General John Cape in honour of J.B. Stirling. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to a full-time student entering the first year of any direct entry undergraduate program at Queen's University.

Two scholarships payable in four annual installments provided satisfactory standing is maintained each year.

Established in January 2013 by Drs. Alfred and Isabel Bader in recognition of Robert Charles Wallace, Queen's 11th Principal (1936 -1951), a just and fair man who opened the way to a Queen's education for Alfred Bader. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement to international students entering the first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program. Preference will be given to a refugee student. If no refugee students are identified upon admission, then the funds will be granted to international students demonstrating the greatest financial need who are from developing countries. If granted upon admission then the award is renewable for three subsequent years provided the student remains in good academic standing in a full-time course load.

Established in November 2002 and last revised in May 2017 by a bequest from the estate of Kathryn Anna Wilson in memory of her husband, Dr. Robert John Wilson Meds. 1941. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program.

Established in October 2002 by a bequest from the estate of Edith Irene Young. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to an undergraduate student entering a first year program in any faculty or school of Queen's University.

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Regional/High School Specific Awards

Prudence Austin Scholarship

Established by the Haldimand-Norfolk Branch of the Queen's University Alumni Association to honour Prudence Mary Austin, B.A. 1921, who retired in 1952 after 40 years in the teaching profession. Miss Austin was named Honorary President of the Haldimand-Norfolk Branch of the Alumni Association. Awarded to a student entering the first year of any direct entry undergraduate program at Queen's University from a secondary school in the Haldimand-Norfolk area, who has the highest average marks in Grade 12U, or equivalent, English and History. If no applicant offers Grade 12U, or equivalent, History, then a selection will be made on the basis of the highest mark in Grade 12U, or equivalent, English.

Nathan & Barbara Brown International Scholarship

Established in November 2017 by Nathanael Brown, B.A. 1995 and Barbara Brown, B.A. 1995. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to international students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Awarded by the school authorities of Renfrew Collegiate Institute.

Up to eight scholarships are awarded on the basis of general proficiency to candidates who for at least one year at the time of their application have been and remain domiciled in the Province of Quebec. Students in their second year of CEGEP are also eligible for a Senator Frank Carrel Merit Scholarship. The scholarship is renewable for up to three years provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained.

The terms for this award are cross listed with automatic Arts and Science Admission awards.

Awarded by the school authorities of Renfrew Collegiate Institute.

Two scholarships will be awarded to students entering the first year of any direct-entry undergraduate program at Queen's University. Awarded to two graduating students of the Regiopolis-Notre Dame High School. Each scholarship is renewable for up to three years provided the recipient maintains a minimum GPA of 2.7 (B-) each year.

Awarded on the basis of general proficiency to a graduate of an Ontario High School with preference given to a graduate of Denis O'Connor High School in Ajax, Ontario.

Two scholarships awarded to students attending Queen's from Regiopolis-Notre Dame High School.

Established in February 2007 by Queen's alumni and friends in the Edmonton area. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement to students from Alberta who are entering the first year of any direct entry undergraduate program at Queen's University, with preference given to students who graduated from a high school in the Greater Edmonton Member Municipalities.

Awarded on the basis of academic proficiency to a student entering Queen's from a Stormont County or City of Cornwall High School.

Awarded annually for general proficiency to a candidate for admission to an undergraduate program from the Blenheim District High School. If in any year there is no entrance candidate, the scholarship may be given to an upper year graduate of the Blenheim District High School.

Established by Douglas A. Grant, B.A.'33 and Marjorie Grant Barber, B.A.'36 in memory of their parents, Fred and Flora Grant. Awarded to a graduate of Sydenham High School registered in the first year of any program at Queen's University.

Established by Douglas A. Grant, B.A.'33, in memory of his wife Margaret (Kerfoot) Grant, B.A.'30. Awarded to a graduate of Brockville Collegiate Institute registered in the first year of any program at Queen's University.

Awarded to a student from one of the secondary schools in Renfrew, Hawkesbury or Vankleek Hill.

Awarded for general proficiency to a student from an Ottawa secondary school.

Awarded for general proficiency to a student from Stirling, Ontario.

Awarded for general proficiency to a graduate from a school in the United Counties.

Awarded to a student attending Almonte High School.

Established by Lena MacNeil, B.A.'32. Awarded on the basis of academic proficiency to students entering Queen's from Nepean High School.

Awarded to a student from Glebe Collegiate Institute.

Awarded for general proficiency to a student from an Ottawa secondary school.

Established from the estate of Mary Kathleen Thompson Van Luven and awarded to a graduate of Perth Collegiate Institute, Perth, Ontario who is proficient in science and who will be entering the first year in any undergraduate program at Queen's University.

Two scholarships awarded by the school authorities at Kingston Collegiate and Vocational Institute.

Awarded to a female student entering the first year of any direct entry undergraduate program at Queen's University who makes the highest standing in Grade 12U, or equivalent, English, Latin, or Greek, plus one other language. Preference will be given to candidates from rural areas.

Established by the North Bay Branch of the Queen's Alumni Association in memory of Joe Norrie, B.Sc. 1926, and awarded to a student from the North Bay area who is entering the first year of any undergraduate program at Queen's University with high academic standing. The recipient cannot hold another entrance scholarship from Queen's University.

Established in September 2013 by the Estate of Megan Moores Nutbeem and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students from Newfoundland and Labrador entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program.

Ottawa Ladies' College was incorporated by Statute of the Province of Ontario in 1869 at the request of the citizens of Ottawa 'for the purpose of establishing and conducting a seminary of learning of a collegiate character for the education of female youth. Its first president was E.B. Eddy, and secretary, the Reverend William Moore. Its building was expropriated for war purposes in 1942 and it then ceased to function for the specific purpose for which it was incorporated. In order that it might use its assets for wider educational purposes its Act of Incorporation was amended in 1948 and it has now transferred its funds in trust to Carleton University, Ottawa, and Queen's University at Kingston. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program from a secondary school in Ottawa.

Established in October 2003 by colleagues and friends in recognition of Robert B. Peterson, B.Sc. 1959, M.Sc. 1961, former Chair, CEO., and President of Imperial Oil, and his extraordinary leadership during the Campaign for Queen's (1996-2003). Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program. Preference will be given to students from the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta or British Columbia. The award is renewable for one subsequent year provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained in a full course load.

Established by Queen's University and awarded on the basis of superior academic ability to International students (including American students) entering the first year of any undergraduate program. No Separate scholarship application required. Four scholarships are available

Established in October 2011 through a bequest from the Estate of Amilcare Ramella. Awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need and academic achievement to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program, who are from the regional municipality of Niagara, in the Province of Ontario, with preference given to students from the city of Welland.

Established by Donald I. McLeod in memory of his father and mother and awarded annually to a candidate of scholarship calibre proceeding to Queen's University from Owen Sound Collegiate and Vocational Institute.

Awarded to a student attending Queen's from Port Hope Trinity College School.

Awarded for general proficiency to a student from an Ottawa secondary school.

Awarded to a graduating student of the Regiopolis-Notre Dame High School entering the first year of any program at Queen's University who has a minimum grade average of 80% or equivalent. Selection will be based on academic standing and a strong background in athletics.

Established in May 2007 in memory of Akbar M. Sheikh by his family and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to a male and a female student entering first year of any direct-entry undergraduate program at Queen's University. Preference will be given to international students who have Pakistani citizenship. If there is not an eligible male and female student, then the award will be awarded to two students of the same gender with Pakistani citizenship. If there are no eligible Pakistani students then the scholarships will be awarded to eligible male and female international students.

Awarded for general proficiency to a student from Simcoe County.

Awarded to a graduate of a Pembroke secondary school, resident in Pembroke, who presents the best secondary school record.

Awarded to a student attending Queen's from Sydenham High School.

Awarded to a student attending Queen's from Sydenham High School.

Awarded to a student attending Queen's from Kingston Collegiate and Vocational Institute.

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Arts and Science Awards

Mary and John Barnett Admission Scholarship

Established in October 2014 by Mary (Pinto) Barnett, Artsci'77 and her husband John Barnett and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science. Selection will be made by the Office of the University Registrar, Student Awards as delegated by the Senate Committee on Scholarships and Student Aid.

Rosalind E. Bell Admission Scholarship

Established in December 2015 by Rosalind Vanderhoof (née Bell), B.A. (Hons) 1981, MPA 1983,
and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

John Angus Carther Scholarship

Established in October 2011 by the Estate of John Arthur Carther and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students from the Counties of Stormont, Dundas or Glengarry, who are entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Arts and Science or the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

Established in April 2007 and revised in November 2016, by Dr. Su-Wen Chang, B.Sc. (Hons.) 1998 and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree program in the Faculty of Arts and Science. Preference will be given to students who are graduates of Sir John A. Macdonald Collegiate Institute in Agincourt, Ontario. If there are no eligible candidates from Sir John A. Macdonald Collegiate Institute, then the scholarship may be awarded to students who are graduates from any secondary school in the Agincourt and Scarborough District of the Toronto District School Board.

Barbara Crook Endowed Scholarship

Established in October 2015 and revised in May 2018 in honour of Barbara Crook, Artsci'79, and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Barbara Crook Scholarship

Established in October 2015 and revised in May 2018 in honour of Barbara Crook, Artsci'79, and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Dean's Admission Scholarship for Bachelor of Arts

Established in October 2014 by the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Dean's Admission Scholarship for Bachelor of Science (Honours)

Established in September 2015 by the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Science and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Eleanor Rowley Ingraham Admission Scholarship (B.A.H.)

Established in January 2016 by Eleanor Rowley Ingraham, B.Sc. (Hons) 1944, and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Eleanor Rowley Ingraham Admission Scholarship (B.S.C.H.)

Established in January 2016 by Eleanor Rowley Ingraham, B.Sc. (Hons) 1944, and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Established by Marie Mottashed, M.A. (Economics) 1941. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to a female student entering the first year of a Bachelor of Science (Honours) program. Four scholarships are available.

Carl Reinhardt Entrance Scholarship

Three scholarships are awarded to students who have achieved high standing in Grade 12U, or equivalent, Physics and who are pursuing a Physics program in an Honours B.Sc. program in the Faculty of Arts and Science or the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. The scholarship may be renewed for up to three years provided the recipient continues in a Physics program and maintains a minimum GPA of 3.0 each year.

To be awarded annually to the student from the Smiths Falls and District Collegiate Institute who enters the Faculty of Medicine with the highest standing - but if there is no student from the Smith Falls District and Collegiate Institute entering Medicine, the Scholarship will go to the student entering Arts from that school with the highest standing.

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Commerce Awards

Peter R.B. Armstrong Entrepreneur Entrance Scholarship

Established in May 2007 and revised in February 2014 by Peter R.B. Armstrong and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business, with preference given to students who demonstrate evidence of entrepreneurial achievements. The award is renewable for one subsequent year provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained in a full course load.

Established in May 2005 by the Commerce Class of 1954 to mark the occasion of their 50th reunion and to leave a legacy for future generations. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to a student entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business.

Established in February 2007 by the members of the class of Commerce 1996 in recognition of the 10th anniversary of their graduation.  Awarded on the basis of academic excellence and demonstrated community leadership to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business at Queen's University.

Established in March 2007 by School of Business Alumni and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business.

Tony Dimnik Scholarship

Established in May 2016 by the National Executive MBA Class of 1999. The Class wishes to honour Professor Tony Dimnik by providing support to students who are embarking on their business education. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business.

Elkhorn Manitoba Award

Established in October 2013 and revised in March 2019 by Ryan Pedlow, BCom 1998. Awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need and academic achievement to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business. First preference will be given to students from the province of Manitoba and second preference will be given to students from the province of Saskatchewan. The award is renewable for one subsequent year provided a satisfactory academic average is maintained and financial need remains evident.

Established in January 2012 by Ian Fraser, BCom 1953, and Pat Fraser, BA(Hons) 1953, in honour of their family's tradition at Queen's, daughters Pamela (Fraser) Valentine, BCom 1979, Margot (Fraser) Withey, BNSc 1986, and Jill Fraser, BCom 1991.  Awarded on the basis of academic excellence and demonstrated leadership to students entering first year of the Bachelor of Commerce Program in the Smith School of Business.  Selection will be made by the Office of the University Registrar, Student Awards as delegated by the Senate Committee on Scholarships and Student Aid.

Established in November 2010 by Jerry Jackson, B.Com. 1978, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of the Bachelor of Commerce Program in the Smith School of Business.

Established in October 2005 to honour J. Paul Kinnear, Commerce 1963. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year Commerce program in the Smith School of Business at Queen's University.

Established in February 2006 by John Watson, MBA 1970, and awarded to students entering the first year of an undergraduate degree Commerce program in the Smith School of Business on the basis of demonstrated academic excellence in their final year of high school and high academic proficiency in the required math courses. Preference given to students whose permanent address on admission to Queen's University is from Alberta or British Columbia.

Established in May 2002 and revised in April 2014 by Brian E. Martin, B.Com. 1999, and Matthew V. Malcolm, B.Com. 1999, in honour of their outstanding professors, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence and demonstrated leadership to a student entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business. Preference will be given to students from the provinces of British Columbia or Alberta.

Established in September 2006 by Thomas McLaren, B.Com. 1949, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year Commerce program in the Smith School of Business.

Established in February 2007 by Len Morrow, M.B.A. 1972, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to female students entering the first year Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business.

Established by his family, friends and classmates in memory of Ross W. Nicol, Commerce '75. Awarded annually to a student entering Queen's University, who has graduated from Ridgemont High School in Ottawa or an Ottawa area high school on the basis of general academic performance.

Established in March 2013 by John Nixon, B.Com. 1978, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence, creative and original thinking, proven leadership skills, and involvement in school or community activities to students entering first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business. Preference will be given to US citizens or students living in the US. The award is renewable for three years provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained in a full-time course load in each subsequent year, and involvement in leadership and extra-curricular activities remains evident. Selection will be made by the Office of the University Registrar, Student Awards, as delegated by the Senate Committee on Scholarships and Student Aid.

Established by Queen's School of Business in celebration of the opening of Goodes Hall on September 12, 2002 and awarded on the basis of academic merit and leadership activities in school or the community to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business.

The terms for this award are cross listed with Automatic Admission Awards for Student Athletes.

Established in January 2005 by Derek and Tina Russell in recognition of their three children, Derek, B.Com. 2002, Katherine, B.Com. 2004, and Kristina, B.Com. 2008. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to a student entering the Bachelor of Commerce program, with preference given to a student from the province of Quebec.

Scrymgeour Scholarship in Commerce

Established in September 2018 and revised in January 2019 by David Scrymgeour and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business at Queen's University. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate proven leadership skills, entrepreneurial spirit, and involvement in school or community activities, particularly sports.   The award is renewable for three subsequent years provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained in a full course load.

Established in April 2008 by Gregory, B.Com. 1991, and Crystal Smith and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to full-time students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business, who at the time of admission to Queen's University were residents of Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba. The award is renewable for three years provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained in each subsequent year.

Established by alumni and friends in recognition of Susan W. Smith's tireless efforts on behalf of the School of Business as their Development Liaison Officer from 1996-2003. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year program in the Smith School of Business at Queen's University.

Dorothy Wilson Symons Scholarship

Established in June 2014 by Judge Ariadne "Ari" Joanne Symons, B.A. 1978, in memory of her mother Dorothy Wilson Symons, B.A. 1947, B.Com. 1947. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business. Preference will be given to students from the Greater Sudbury Area of Ontario.

Upadhya Family Indigenous Award

Established in September 2016 and revised in October 2018 by Gaurav Upadhya, BCom 1991, and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to Indigenous students entering first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business under the Indigenous Admission Policy.

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School of Computing Awards

Selim Akl Scholarship in Computing

Established in January 2013 and revised in March 2014 by Selim Akl, Director of the School of Computing. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program in the School of Computing.  Preference will be given to women.

Established in February 2011 by Kirk Robinson, BSc(Hons) 1989, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry program in the School of Computing in the Faculty of Arts and Science.

Established in February 2014 by Queen's University and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Computer Honours degree program in the School of Computing.

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Concurrent Education Awards

James Osborne Clothier Memorial Scholarship

Established by his niece, Miss Catherine Boyle, in memory of James Osborne Clothier, B.A. 1900, formerly of Kemptville, Ontario. Awarded annually to a graduate of the North Grenville Secondary School who is entering the first year of a direct-entry undergraduate program at Queen's University on the basis of academic excellence. Preference will first be given to a student entering the Concurrent Education program and then to a student who has completed the equivalent of a senior-level high school French.

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Engineering and Applied Science Awards

Victor Alfred Betts Admission Scholarship

Established in March 2014 by the estate of Victor Alfred Betts, B.Sc. 1946, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

The terms for this award are cross listed with automatic Arts and Science Admission awards.

Established by the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science in honour of Professor Emeritus R.H. Clark, a member of the Department of Chemical Engineering for over thirty-seven years. This award was established to recognize Dr. Clark's outstanding contribution as Centennial Coordinator in the success of the 100th anniversary of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science in 1993. Awarded for high academic standing to a student entering the first year of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

Established in July 2011 by Eugene Gierczak, B.Sc. 1974, as a tribute to the inspiration from his parents, Tadeusz and Stephania. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to Canadian citizens or permanent residents entering first year of the first entry undergraduate degree program of the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

Established in November 2003 and last revised in May 2017 by a bequest from the estate of Mrs. Georgiana Joan Grant in memory of her husband, Jack Grant.  Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

Awarded for general proficiency to a student entering the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Queen's from Loyalist Collegiate and Vocational Institute.

Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of the first entry Applied Science undergraduate degree program. The scholarship is renewable for one subsequent year provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained.

Established in February 2007 by Don McGeachy, B.Sc. 1940, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year undergraduate program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, who have an overall admission average of at least 90%, which includes the high school prerequisite courses and English.

Awarded by the Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation for Education, on the recommendations of the University’s Faculty of Applied Science to well-rounded students entering the first year of a first entry accredited engineering program who have a high academic standing and exhibit characteristics of leadership. One scholarship is to be awarded to a male student and the other to a female student.

Established in March 2001 and awarded to students entering the first year program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science on the basis of academic excellence. Two scholarships are available.

Established in March 2009 by the Estate of Robert Papoe, B.Com. 1978, and awarded to a student entering the first year of the undergraduate program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science on the basis of academic excellence in the subject of English in the year directly preceding his or her admission to the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

Established in October 2006 from the estates of Jean Pitt, B.A. 1932, and Stanley Pitt, B.Sc. 1930, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year undergraduate program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

Established in November 2013 by the Estate of Lillian Preston and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of any first entry undergraduate degree program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. The award is renewable for one subsequent year provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained in a full course load.

The terms for this award are cross listed with automatic Arts and Science Admission awards.

The Science 1946 Memorial Entrance Scholarship is maintained by the Class of Science '46 as a memorial to the members who gave their lives in World War II. Awarded to a student on the basis of academic excellence entering the first year program in the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science.

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Fine Art Awards

Robert Shotton Memorial Entrance Scholarship

Established by family and friends in memory of Robert Shotton, Commerce '68. Awarded on the recommendation of the Department of Art on the basis of the portfolio presentation of a student entering the first year of the Bachelor of Fine Art Program.

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Kinesiology and Health Studies Awards

C.S. Burton Entrance Scholarship

Established by C.S. Burton and awarded annually to a graduate of a secondary school on the counties of Frontenac, Leeds, Lennox and Addington, and Prince Edward, entering the School of Physical and Health Education at Queen's University. Awarded on the basis of high academic proficiency and involvement in extra-curricular activities.

Janice Deakin Scholarship in Kinesiology

Established in October 2014 and revised in 2017 by Queen's University in honour of Dr. Janice Deakin. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Science (Honours) program in Kinesiology.

Peggy (House) Leighton Admission Scholarship

Established in September 2015  by David Leighton, B.A.(Hons) '50, LLD '93, in honour of his wife, Peggy (House) Leighton, B.A. '49, BPHE '50. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year of a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education (Honours) degree or the Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Kinesiology in the School of Kinesiology and Health Studies.

Established by Dalton R. Mercer, B.A./B.P.H.E.'56. Awarded to a student entering first year from Sutton District High School. Preference will be given to a student entering the combined program in Arts and Physical and Health Education. If no eligible candidate is available from Sutton District High School, the award may go to a student from either (1) Newmarket District High School or (2) Keswick High School. 

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Faculty of Law Awards

Alberta Scholar at Queen's Law Scholarship

Established in September 2006 and last revised in October 2018 by alumni and friends from Alberta and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to a student entering first year of the J.D. program or a combined J.D. program in the Faculty of Law, whose address on admission to Queen"s University is from the province of Alberta. The award is renewable for two subsequent years provided a minimum GPA of 3.5 is maintained in a full-time course load. Selection will be made by the Faculty of Law Awards Committee.

Beresford-Knox Scholarship in Law

Established by Jane Knox, Professor, Department of Psychology, and Harvey Beresford, B.A. '64, LL.B. '67, in celebration of their marriage in July 2000. Awarded on the basis of academic merit to a student entering the first year of the Law program with an Honours degree in Psychology.

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP Entrance Scholarship

Funded by the law firm of Blake, Cassels and Graydon LLP, entrance scholarships for law are awarded annually to students of high academic standing for academic excellence shown prior to entry into law school. Financial need is a secondary consideration, taken into account only where academic records are substantially similar.

William M. Bone Scholarship

Established in November 2008 by an anonymous donor in recognition of the dedicated service by William M. Bone, LLB 1974, as President of the Carthy Foundation. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to full-time students entering the first year of the J.D. Program in the Faculty of Law. Selection will be made by the Dean of Law in consultation with the Chair of the Admissions Committee and the Assistant Dean of Students.

Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP Scholarship

Established in January 2013 and revised in May 2017 by Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to a student who resides in either the Province of Alberta or Saskatchewan and who is entering first year of a Juris Doctor degree program in the Faculty of Law at Queen's University.

Established in April 2007 through gifts made to Queen's University, Faculty of Law by alumni and friends in celebration of its 50th anniversary and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of the J.D. program. All students applying for admission to Queen's Faculty of Law J.D. program are automatically considered. No separate application is required. Selection will be made by the Dean of Law in consultation with the Assistant Dean of Students.

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP Scholarships

Established in March 2016 by Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence and demonstrated leadership in extra-curricular activities to students entering the first year of J.D. studies who are enrolled in the combined Bachelor of Commerce/J.D. degree program at Queen's University. Selection will be made by Assistant Dean of Students in consultation with the Manager of Recruitment and Admissions, as delegates of the Admissions Committee in the Faculty of Law.

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MBA and Other Masters of Business Professional Programs

Ian and Maureen Dawson MBA Scholarship

Established in December 2013 by Ian Dawson, MBA 1985, and Maureen Dawson, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business. Selection will be made by the MBA program office.

Dean's MBA Admission Scholarships

Established in November 2004 and revised in June 2015 by the Smith School of Business. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.  Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

Graduate Diploma in Business Scholarship

Established in May 2015 by the Smith School of Business and awarded on the basis of academic excellence and proven leadership skills to students entering the Graduate Diploma in Business in the Smith School of Business.  Selection will be made by the Graduate Diploma in Business Awards Committee in the Smith School of Business.

Heller/Smith MBA Scholarship

Established in February 2014 by the Heller Smith Family Foundation, and awarded on the basis of academic achievement and demonstrated community leadership to a Costa Rican citizen entering the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business who would not otherwise be able to attend the MBA program at Queen's University without the funding provided by this scholarship, as determined by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.  Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

Jim Leech MBA Scholarship

Established in June 2013 by friends and colleagues in honour of Jim Leech, MBA 1973, in celebration of his retirement from the Ontario Teacher's Pension Plan.  Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.  Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

Norman MacIntosh MBA Entrance Scholarship

Established in March 2013 by Jos Wintermans, MBA 1972, in honour of Professor N.B. (Norman) Macintosh, widely known and respected accounting scholar, and professor in the School of Business from 1967-1998.  Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the Master of Business Administration Program, Smith School of Business. Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

Queen's Master of Finance - Beijing Scholarship

Established in July 2007 and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to outstanding applicants to the Masters of Management program in the Smith School of Business at Queen's University, focusing on the overall quality of the student's application to the program as reflected in the candidate's previous academic performance and standing on the required entrance tests.

Queen's Master of Finance - Toronto Scholarship

Established in July 2007 and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to outstanding applicants to the Masters of Management program in the Smith School of Business at Queen's University, focusing on the overall quality of the student's application to the program as reflected in the candidate's previous academic performance and standing on the required entrance tests.

Master of International Business Scholarship

Established in July 2007 and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to outstanding applicants to the Masters of Management program in the Smith School of Business at Queen's University, focusing on the overall quality of the student's application to the program as reflected in the candidate's previous academic performance and standing on the required entrance tests.

Master of Management Analytics Scholarship

Established in July 2007 and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to outstanding applicants to the Masters of Management program in the Smith School of Business at Queen's University, focusing on the overall quality of the student's application to the program as reflected in the candidate's previous academic performance and standing on the required entrance tests.

MBA 1980 Class Scholarship

Established in January 2005 by the class of MBA 1980 and awarded to a student who has been accepted for admission to one of the MBA programs in the Smith School of Business.  Preference will be given to a student in the Full-time MBA program.  Selection will be made by the Smith School of Business and will be based on overall quality of the application.  Particular emphasis will be placed on the applicant's standing in previous academic studies and performance on standardized admissions tests.

MBA 1981 Entrance Scholarship

Established in October 2006 by members of the class of MBA 1981 in recognition of the 25th anniversary of graduation from Queen's School of Business. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence and demonstrated community leadership to a minimum of two students entering the Queen's MBA program in the Smith School of Business. Preference will be given to students who may otherwise not be able to attend the MBA program at Queen's University, as determined by the Smith School of Business Awards Committee and approved by the Associate Dean MBA programs.

MBA 1987 Admission Scholarship

Established in May 2013 and revised in June 2018 by the Class of MBA 1987, in recognition of their 25th reunion.  Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.  Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

MBA 1988 and MBA 1972 Scholarship

Established in June 2013 by the Class of MBA 1988 and re-named in March 2017 to include the contributions of the Class of MBA 1972. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business. Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

MBA Opportunities Scholarship

Established in December 2013 by the Ralph M. Barford Foundation, and awarded to students who are Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents, entering the full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business from a non-traditional employment and/or education background. Preference will be given to students who would not otherwise be able to attend the MBA program in the Smith School of Business without the funding provided by this scholarship as determined by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business. Preference may also be given to students entering the program who are from a location with a population of less than 500,000 (as defined by Statistics Canada).   Awarded on the basis of academic excellence.  Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

Len Morrow MBA Scholarship

Established in April 2011 by Len Morrow, M.B.A. 1972, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence and leadership potential to female students entering the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business. Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

Queen's Executive MBA Scholarship

Established in April 2004 and awarded to outstanding applicants to Queen's Executive MBA Program on the basis of overall quality of the student's application to the program, with particular emphasis placed on their performance on the admissions test.

Stephen J. R. Smith MBA Scholarships

Established in October 2015 by Stephen J.R. Smith, BSc(Eng)'72, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.  Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

D & R Sobey MBA Scholarship

Established in November 2014  by Donald Sobey, B Com, 1957 and Robert Sobey, B.A. (Honours) 1988, and awarded on the basis academic excellence to students entering the full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business. Awarded to Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents who completed high school in one of the Atlantic Provinces (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island). Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Queen's full-time MBA program.

Liana Tesan Memorial Scholarship

Established in September 2016 by family and friends in memory of Liana Tesan, AMBA 2008. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.  Preference will be given to female students. Selection will be made by the Awards Committee of the Full-time MBA program in the Smith School of Business.

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Medicine Awards:

Margaret and William Shedden Medical Scholarship

Established in October 2014 by Dr. Peter Shedden, M.D. 1986, in honour of his parents Margaret and William Shedden. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering first year in the School of Medicine in the Faculty of Health Sciences. Selection will be made by the School of Medicine Admission Committee

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Music Awards

Istvan and Beate Anhalt Entrance Scholarship

Established in July 2004 in honour of Beate and Istvan Anhalt by Jennifer and Rocco Marcello. Istvan Anhalt, LL.D. (honoris causa, Queen's) Mus.D. (honoris causa, McGill), Professor Emeritus of Music, is a distinguished composer and teacher, and was former Head of the Department of Music at Queen's University (1971-81). Awarded on the recommendation of the Dan School of Drama and Music to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Music program who show promise in either composition or performance. If there are no eligible entering students then the scholarship may be awarded to upper year students who specialize in composition or performance.

Dan Music Theatre Admission Awards

Established in March 2018 by the Dan School of Drama and Music and awarded on the recommendation of the Dan School of Drama and Music to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Music Theatre degree program who show promise by means of an exceptional audition.

Dan Bachelor of Music Admission Awards

Established in March 2018 by the Dan School of Drama and Music and awarded on the recommendation of the Dan School of Drama and Music to students entering the first year of a Bachelor of Music degree program who show promise in either composition or performance.

Established in February 2007 by Margaret Farr and awarded on the basis of academic achievement to an undergraduate student entering full-time studies in the first year of a Bachelor of Music program in the Dan School of Drama and Music, who demonstrates exceptional ability in the area of performance on a string instrument (violin, viola, cello or double bass). If there is no eligible candidate entering first year, then the scholarship may be granted to an upper year student on the basis of academic achievement, who demonstrates exceptional ability in the area of performance on a string instrument.

Established in memory of Donna Frazer Gobin, distinguished teacher of piano and studio instructor of piano at Queen's. Awarded on the recommendation of the Dan School of Drama and Music to a student in the Bachelor of Music program whose major instrument is the piano. Preference will be given to students entering Queen's for the first time.

Established in March 2009 by Helen A. Howard, B.A. 1948, and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Music degree program whose principal instrument is bassoon. If there are no eligible entrance candidates, the scholarship will be granted to an upper year student in the Bachelor of Music degree program with preference to a student whose principal instrument is bassoon.

Established in April 2004 by a bequest from the estate of Craig L. Hoyt and awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering or currently registered in the Bachelor of Music program whose applied area of study is voice.

Established in memory of Randall Marsh, distinguished teacher of voice at Queen's. Awarded on the recommendation of the Dan School of Drama and Music to a student in the Bachelor of Music program whose major is voice.

Established by friends and admirers of George N. Maybee, D.Litt., F.R.S.C.M., late distinguished teacher, organist and Master of Choristers at St.George's Cathedral, Kingston, Ontario. Two or three scholarships are awarded annually, on the recommendation of the Dan School of Drama and Music, to full-time students in the B.Mus. program whose major applied study is the organ or who show special aptitude in choral conducting, with preference being given to the former in cases of equal or near equal merit. Second-class standing in music courses as well as overall second-class standing is required to qualify for consideration for the award. Entrance candidates will be considered on the basis of promise. Further preference will be given to candidates who have attended a school in Frontenac County. In addition, candidates will receive special consideration if they have practiced, or intend to practice, the profession of music as church organists, choir directors or choristers.

The terms for this award are cross listed with automatic upper year Arts and Science, Music awards.

Five scholarships awarded on the recommendation of the Dan School of Drama and Music with preference given to students entering the first year of the Bachelor of Music program. First year recipients are eligible to have their scholarships renewable for a second year provided the recipient achieves a minimum GPA of 3.5 in the first year.

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Nursing Awards

Franklin and Helene Bracken Scholarship in Nursing

Established in May 2001 through a bequest received from Helene Bracken in memory of Dr. Franklin C. Bracken, Meds. 1911, and Helene K. Bracken, and awarded to students entering the first year program in the School of Nursing on the basis of outstanding academic achievement.

Established in March 2001 by D.D.C. McGeachy, Science '40 (Mechanical) to honour his wife, Joan Macdonald McGeachy (Bachelor of Nursing, McGill University), (Master of Arts, University of Toronto) for her significant contribution to the profession of Nursing, especially through her years as Executive Director of the College of Nurses of Ontario. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence to students entering the first year program in the School of Nursing in the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Awarded for general proficiency to a student entering the first year of the Nursing program.

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Awards for Student Athletes

Jeff Beck Entrance Athletic Bursary

Established in May 2007 by Jeff Beck, B.Sc.(Eng) 1980, and awarded on the basis of academic achievement and athletic excellence to first-year students enrolled full-time in any first entry undergraduate degree program and who are on the competition roster of the Men's or Women's Varsity hockey team. The award will be administered in compliance with all U SPORTS and OUA regulations.

Danny Brannagan Vanier Cup 2009 Award

The terms for this award are cross listed with automatic awards for upper year Student Athletes.

Established in April 2013 by Patti Perras Shugart, B.Com. 1986, and Paul Shugart, B.Sc.(Hons.) 1979, and awarded on the basis of academic achievement and athletic excellence to student-athletes in the first year of the Bachelor of Commerce program in the Smith School of Business and who are on the competition roster of a Gaels interuniversity athletic team. The award is renewable for three subsequent years provided student maintains a minimum GPA of 2.7 and the student remains on the competition roster of a Gaels interuniversity athletic team. The award will be administered in compliance with all U SPORTS and QUA regulations.

Established in March 2007 to recognize academic achievement and athletic excellence to student-athletes entering the first year of a direct-entry undergraduate degree program at Queen's University and who are on the competition roster of a Golden Gaels interuniversity athletic team.

Established in March 2007 to recognize academic achievement and athletic excellence to student-athletes entering the first year of a direct-entry undergraduate degree program at Queen's University and who are on the competition roster of a Golden Gaels interuniversity athletic team. The award is renewable for three subsequent years provided a minimum GPA of 2.7 (B-) is maintained during the Fall and Winter terms and the student satisfies the athletic performance criteria defined for an elite athlete on a Golden Gaels interuniversity athletic team. The award will be administered in compliance with all U SPORTS and OUA regulations.

Established in March 2007 and revised in February 2015 by Sherwood H. Smith, Jr. in memory of his mother Catherine Gertrude (Milliken) Smith, B.A. 1924. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement and athletic excellence to student-athletes in any degree program at Queen's University and who are on the competition roster of the Gaels interuniversity women's basketball team. The award will be administered in compliance with all U SPORTS and OUA regulations.

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