Aufricht Family Fund Student Award
$ 5,000
$4,000-$5,000 applied directly to tuition
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Calgary Foundation · Regional
Aufricht Family Fund Student Award
Reviewed by G Paul · verified March 28, 2026
$5.0K
Total value
May 30
Deadline
About this award
$4,000 to $5,000 for graduating Calgary high school students entering the University of Calgary or SAIT full-time — apply by May 30, 2026.
You can receive one or more awards valued at $4,000-$5,000. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a high-achieving leader from a Calgary school who needs financial help to start your post-secondary journey. You must apply by May 30, 2026. The provider does not state when or how you will be notified of the result — ask Calgary Foundation if they notify winners by email or through a portal. 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 if there are specific steps you need to take to ensure the funds reach your school account. To keep this award, it is renewable for three years of consecutive study. You must maintain a full-time course load (as defined by the post-secondary institution) and achieve good academic standing with a cumulative GPA (Grade Point Average — a number that summarizes your overall academic achievement) greater than or equal to 2.0.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate — study level
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Request your official transcript1–2 weeks
Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.
Collect reference letters2 weeks
Give your referees at least two weeks' notice and share your résumé.
Submit by May 30, 2026~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Community Leadership
The biggest mistake is listing a long list of clubs without explaining your impact.
Strategy
Winners instead describe a specific problem they solved or a project they led.
Strategy
Give a concrete example of how your leadership helped others in your community.
References
The biggest mistake is providing a generic letter from a teacher who barely knows you.
Strategy
Winners instead choose a referee who can speak to their character and community work.
Strategy
Ask your reference to use specific stories that prove you meet the leadership and involvement criteria.
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How do I apply?
Click the Start application button above: it opens the official application page in a new tab.
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When is the deadline?
Applications close on May 30, 2026. Submit early: portals get busy in the final hours.
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Can international students apply?
Eligibility is limited to: Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident.
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