KPMG Academic Excellence Scholarship
$ 5,000
One award of $5,000, applied directly to tuition
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Calgary Foundation · Regional
KPMG Academic Excellence Scholarship
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 18, 2026
$5.0K
Total value
About this award
$5,000 for a student with a GPA of 3.7 or higher (or 80%+) to help cover your tuition costs.
You can receive one award of $5,000. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you have maintained a near-perfect academic record throughout your studies. No deadline is posted publicly — before you start the application, check Calgary Foundation's program page or call their office to confirm when applications open and close this year. 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 tuition rather than being sent to you as cash. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Calgary Foundation whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- You qualify if you have outstanding academic achievement, specifically a GPA (Grade Point Average — the average of all your final grades) greater than or equal to 3.7 or a percentage average of 80% or higher.
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.
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.
More details
Academic Records
The biggest mistake is providing a rounded-up GPA.
Strategy
Winners instead provide an exact, verified transcript that proves they meet the 3.7 or 80% threshold.
Support
The biggest mistake is using a generic character reference.
Strategy
Winners instead secure a letter from a professor who can specifically describe the academic rigor of their work.
Strategy
The biggest mistake is assuming the GPA alone wins the award.
Strategy
Winners instead use their personal statement to explain how they achieved those grades while contributing to their school community.
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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?
The provider has not posted a firm deadline. Check the official source before applying.
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Can international students apply?
Check the official source: citizenship requirements vary.
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