AU First Nation Colleges Student Awards

Description of Award:

The AU First Nation Colleges Student Awards are intended to recognize the achievement of First Nation College students who wish to pursue studies at AU (Athabasca University), yet face financial barriers that inhibit their ability to do so. Any student at a First Nation College is able to apply, although preference will be given to students from Red Crow College. Students may reapply and receive this award more than once.

An applicant must meet the following criteria to be eligible to apply for this award:

• Be a current AU undergraduate student (degree program, certificate or unclassified).
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Demonstrate their desire to achieve their educational goals.
• Submit the completed application, and any supporting documents, to the Student Awards Unit, Office of the Registrar at AU.
• GPA of 2.0 or higher at Red Crow College (or other First Nation College within Alberta).
• GPA of 2.0 or higher at AU if reapplying for this award.