Aufricht Family Fund Student Award

About this award

Get $4,000 to $5,000 for your first year at the University of Calgary or SAIT — apply by May 30, 2026.

You can receive one or more awards valued at $4,000 to $5,000. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. If you maintain your eligibility, the award is renewable for three years of consecutive study. This is for you if you are a high-achieving student from a Calgary area school who has shown leadership in your community but needs financial help to afford post-secondary education. You must apply by May 30, 2026. When you apply, ask Calgary Foundation how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, a portal, or a phone call. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Calgary Foundation how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. The money is applied directly to your tuition. Confirm with Calgary Foundation during your application if there are any other specific payment schedules you should know about. To keep this award for multiple years, you must maintain a full-time course load and achieve good academic standing with a cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average — the average of all your final grades) greater than or equal to 2.0.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Undergraduate — study level

How to apply

1. 1

   Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

   Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

2. 2

   Request your official transcript1–2 weeks

   Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.

3. 3

   Collect reference letters2 weeks

   Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.

4. 4

   Submit before the posted deadline~1 hour

   Check the official source for the current deadline: save a copy and submit at least 24 hours early.

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