Dr Tony Simmons Memorial Award for Marginalized Students

Brief Description

Founded in 2018, The Dr Tony Simmons Memorial Award for Marginalized Students aims to provide financial support to students who have faced barriers in accessing higher education.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship is exclusively offered by The Athabasca University, which was founded in 1970 and is Canada’s first and largest online university.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is open to students pursuing all levels of study, from undergraduate to postgraduate, in any field offered by The Athabasca University.

Number of Awards

The scholarship awards one deserving student in each academic year.

Target Group

The scholarship is targeted towards students from marginalized communities who have overcome significant barriers to pursue their educational goals.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The Dr Tony Simmons Memorial Award for Marginalized Students covers the full tuition fees of the recipient for one academic year, as well as provides financial support for textbooks and other study materials.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship,

• Applicants must be enrolled in a program at The Athabasca University.
• Have a minimum grade point average of 2.5.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• They must also belong to a marginalized community.
• Provide evidence of overcoming barriers in accessing higher education.

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Application Instructions

Applicants can apply for the scholarship through The Athabasca University’s online portal by submitting a completed application form and providing supporting documents, including academic transcripts, a personal statement, and proof of financial need.

Official Website

For more information on the scholarship and the application process, interested students can visit The Athabasca University’s official website.