Scholarships and Bursaries

Arthur (Boo) Radley Scholarship

Education, English, Sociology

• Criteria: E D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.3 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 2, 3, 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,500

One scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded each year to a full-time returning student who is enrolled in English, sociology, or education and was at least 21 years of age when they started their university studies at King’s. To be eligible students must apply, maintain a minimum 3.30 GPA, demonstrate involvement in the King’s student community, and have financial need.

Bert Boren Volunteerism Bursary

Education, Kinesiology, Psychology, Social Science, Sociology

• Criteria: D V
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 2.0 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 1, 2, 3, 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,250

Four bursaries of $1,500 each are available to returning students who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, and enrolled full-time in the Social Sciences (e.g. Psychology, Sociology, etc.) or the Bachelor of Education degree program. Applicants must currently hold a volunteer position in the social service sector. Selection criteria include written confirmation from the student's volunteer supervisor (including a description of the student's role and their time commitment), financial need and satisfactory academic standing (min. 2.00 GPA). These bursaries are made possible by a generous endowment received from the Estate of Robert Tegler (Trust) in recognition of Mr. Bert Boren's service to the Edmonton community. 

Christian Educators of BC Scholarship

Education

• Criteria: D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.0 GPA
• Year of Study: N/A
• Value $1,500

One scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded each year to a full-time incoming or returning
student enrolled in the Bachelor of Education program. To be eligible, students must apply,
maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0, and demonstrate financial need. Applicants must also
submit a statement of career intentions, demonstrating an intention to seek employment in an independent, Christian school upon graduation.

Durk and Janny De Jong Elementary Education Bursary

Education

• Criteria: C D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.0 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,500

A bursary of $1,500 will be awarded each year to a full-time student accepted into or continuing in the Bachelor of Education (Elementary) after-degree program. To be eligible, students must apply and must demonstrate financial need and Christian commitment. 

Durk and Janny De Jong Elementary Education Scholarship

Education

• Criteria: C
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.0 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,500

A scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded each year to a full-time student enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (Elementary) after-degree program. To be eligible students must apply and must demonstrate academic achievement and Christian commitment. 

Durk and Janny De Jong Secondary Education Bursary

Education

• Criteria: C D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.0 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,500

A bursary of $1,500 will be awarded each year to a full-time student accepted into or continuing in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) after-degree program. To be eligible, students must apply and demonstrate financial need and Christian commitment. 

Durk and Janny De Jong Secondary Education Scholarship

Education

• Criteria: C
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.0 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,500

A scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded each year to a full-time student enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (Secondary) after-degree program. To be eligible students must apply and must demonstrate academic achievement and Christian commitment. 

Fred & Frieda Voogd Education Scholarship

Education

• Criteria: C
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.0 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,250

Two scholarships of $1,250 will be awarded each year to a student enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (after-degree) program who intends to have a career in teaching. To be eligible students must maintain a 3.00 of higher GPA and demonstrate Christian commitment. This scholarship is funded through an endowment administered by The King's University Foundation. 

Henry Dekker Shalom Endowment Bursary

Education

• Criteria: C D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.0 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $500

Two bursaries of $500 are available to full-time students in each of years one and two of the Bachelor of Education program. Students must demonstrate Christian commitment and financial need. 

Indigenous Careers Award

Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computing Science, Education, Environmental Studies, Geography, Interdisciplinary Science, Mathematics

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: N/A
• Year of Study: Year 1, 2, 3, 4, Education Year 1

A number of awards valuing between $2,000-4,000 are available for Indigenous students studying business, education, or natural sciences.

Jan and Joan Dejong Scholarship

Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computing Science, Education, Environmental Studies, Kinesiology, Mathematics

• Criteria: D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.3 GPA, 80%
• Year of Study: All Years
• Value $1,500

Two scholarships of $1,500 will be awarded each year to an incoming or returning full-time student enrolled in Business, Education, Biology, Chemistry, Computing Science, Environmental Studies (Natural Science focus), Kinesiology, Mathematics or Physics. To be eligible, students must apply and have either a High School average of 80% or higher on high school entrance marks or maintain a 3.30 or higher cumulative grade point average (GPA). Preference will be given to students who can demonstrate financial need in addition to meeting all other scholarship eligibility requirements.

Lynn Nanninga Memorial Bursary

Education

• Criteria: C D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 2.0 GPA, 65%
• Year of Study: High School, Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $500

A $500 bursary is available each year to a full-time student enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (After Degree) program, or secondarily, to a full-time first year student interested in Education from the Barrhead/Neerlandia, Alberta area. To be eligible, students must maintain a 2.00 GPA or have an average of 65% or better on high school entrance marks. Selection criteria include academic achievement, demonstrated Christian commitment and financial need. This bursary was established in memory of Lynn Nanninga who was a student at King's from 1995-1998.

Marianne Klein Education Bursary

Education

• Criteria: C D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 2.7 GPA
• Year of Study: All Years
• Value $1,500

Two bursaries of $1,500 will be awarded each year to full-time incoming or returning students enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (elementary) program. To be eligible students must apply, have a 2.75 or higher G.P.A., and be from outside of Alberta. Preference will be given to students from British Columbia and applicants who desire to serve in Christian education with an interest in special education. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and provide statements of Christian commitment and career intentions.

Returning B.Ed. Student Scholarship - Excellence

Education

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 3.9 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $2,000

Scholarships of $2,000 are available for returning King's students with a GPA between 3.90 and 4.00 entering or completing their second year. To be eligible, students must have completed a minimum of 18 credits and passed all their courses, including the Interdisciplinary Perspectives course, in the previous academic year. Secondly, students must enrol in 12 credits per semester for the upcoming academic year. All students meeting the criteria will receive this scholarship; no application is necessary. Awards are subject to verification of eligibility in September.

Grade Point Average (GPA)
3.9-4.0

Returning B.Ed. Student Scholarship - Honours

Education

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 3.7 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,000

Scholarships of $1,000 are available for returning King's students with a G.P.A between 3.70 and 3.89 entering or completing their second year. To be eligible, students must have completed a minimum of 18 credits and passed all their courses, including the Interdisciplinary Perspectives course, in the previous academic year. Secondly, students must enrol in 12 credits per semester for the upcoming academic year. All students meeting the criteria will receive this scholarship; no application is necessary. Awards are subject to verification of eligibility in September.

Grade Point Average (GPA)
3.7-3.89

The Alberta Teachers' Association Gold Medal in Education

Education

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: N/A
• Year of Study: N/A
• Value $2000

Beginning in 2025, one Alberta Teachers' Association Gold Medal in Education will be presented annually to the graduating Bachelor of Education student who has demonstrated the highest general proficiency in their coursework and field experiences (as determined by the faculty).

The Alberta Teachers' Association presents these awards to recognize the talent of up-and-coming leaders in the field and to reinforce the Association's public commitment to maintaining high standards of excellence in the profession.

The King's University Education Admission Scholarship - Excellence

Education

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 3.8 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $2,000

$2,000 Admission scholarships are available to students entering the Bachelor of Education program with an admission GPA between 3.80 and 4.0 on the Alpha 4.00 scale, calculated over the last 60 credits (2 years) of study. For grades based on a different grading system, equivalencies will be used. Recipients must register in at least 12 credits per semester during the academic year to keep their scholarship. No application is necessary. King's will notify recipients in their admission letter. Awards are subject to verification of eligibility in September. 

The King's University Education Admission Scholarship - Honours

Education

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 3.5 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,000

$1,000 Admission scholarships are available to students entering the Bachelor of Education program with an admission GPA between 3.50 and 3.79 on the Alpha 4.00 scale, calculated over the last 60 credits (2 years) of study. For grades based on a different grading system, equivalencies will be used. Recipients must register in at least 12 credits per semester during the academic year to keep their scholarship. No application is necessary. King's will notify recipients in their admission letter. Awards are subject to verification of eligibility in September. 

William and Hilda Zuidhof Memorial Scholarship

Education

• Criteria: C
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.3 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 2, 3, 4, Education Year 1
• Value $500

Two awards of $500 each will be awarded to a full-time returning third or fourth year student intending on further study at a Reformed theological seminary or The King's University Bachelor of Education (After Degree) program. To be eligible, students must apply and must maintain a 3.30 GPA. Applicants need to submit a letter of reference from their faculty advisor. Selection criteria include academic achievement and demonstrated Christian commitment.

vander Sluys Education Scholarship

Education

• Criteria: C D
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: 3.0 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 4, Education Year 1
• Value $500

A $500 scholarship is available each year to a full-time student enrolled in the Bachelor of Education (After Degree) program. To be eligible, students must maintain a minimum 3.00 GPA. Selection criteria include academic achievement, demonstrated Christian commitment, and financial need. This scholarship has been established in memory of Fennigjen vander Sluys who was a life-long supporter of Christian education.

Aboriginal Student Fund

No Program Requirement

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: Yes
• Min Grade Required: N/A
• Year of Study: All Years
• Value $1,000

Up to 5 bursaries of $1,000 will be awarded each year to a full-time incoming or returning student who is of Aboriginal decent. Preference will be given to students enrolled in or have the intention of pursuing a Bachelor of Education degree at King’s. To be eligible students must apply and provide proof of Aboriginal status.

King's General Transfer Scholarship

No Program Requirement

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 3.5 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 1, 2, 3, 4, Education Year 1
• Value $1,500

Scholarships of $1,500 are available for students transferring to any non-after degree program from other qualifying institutions. Students must have a minimum of 24 university transfer credits to qualify. Students must have a GPA of 3.50 or higher based on, at most, the previous 60 credits of study. Students must enrol in a minimum of 12 credits per semester the year they receive the scholarship. 

Admission Average or Score

Grade Point Average (GPA)
3.50+

Returning Student Scholarship - Excellence

No Program Requirement

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 3.8 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 1, 2, 3, 4
• Value $2,000

Scholarships of $2,000 are available for returning King's students entering their second, third or fourth year with a GPA between 3.80-4.0. To be eligible, students must have completed a minimum of 18 credits and passed all their courses, including the Interdisciplinary Perspectives course, in the previous academic year. Secondly, students must enrol in 12 credits per semester for the upcoming academic year. All students meeting the criteria will receive this scholarship; no application is necessary. Awards are subject to verification of eligibility in September.

Grade Point Average (GPA)
3.8-4.0

Returning Student Scholarship - Honours

No Program Requirement

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 3.5 GPA
• Year of Study: Year 1, 2, 3, 4
• Value $1,000

Scholarships of $1,000 are available for returning King's students entering their second, third or fourth year with a G.P.A. between 3.50-3.79.  To be eligible, students must have completed a minimum of 18 credits and passed all their courses, including the Interdisciplinary Perspectives course, in the previous academic year. Secondly, students must enrol in 12 credits per semester for the upcoming academic year. All students meeting the criteria will receive this scholarship; no application is necessary. Awards are subject to verification of eligibility in September.

Grade Point Average (GPA)
3.50-3.79

The King's University Admission Scholarship - Excellence

No Program Requirement

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 80%
• Year of Study: High School
• Value $3,000

$3,000 admission scholarships are available to students who are admitted to King's based on their high school marks. Students must have attempted fewer than 9 credits of accredited post-secondary study, or fewer than 30 credits of a non-accredited program with results that indicate success equivalent to their high school admission average. Recipients must register in at least 12 credits per semester during the academic year to keep their scholarship. King's will use the following table to determine students' eligibility.

Admission Average or Score

Percentage Average
90%-100%

SAT
Pre-March 2016: 2100+
Beginning March 2016: 1400+

ACT
31+

No application is necessary; all students meeting the criteria will receive a scholarship. King's will notify recipients in their admission letter. Awards are subject to verification of eligibility in September. 

The King's University Admission Scholarship - Honours

No Program Requirement

• Criteria: None
• Application Required: No
• Min Grade Required: 80%
• Year of Study: High School
• Value $2,000

$2,000 admission scholarships are available to students who are admitted to King's based on their high school marks. Students must have attempted fewer than 9 credits of accredited post-secondary study, or fewer than 30 credits of a non-accredited program with results that indicate success equivalent to their high school admission average. Recipients must register in at least 12 credits per semester during the academic year to keep their scholarship. King's will use the following table to determine students' eligibility.

Admission Average or Score

Percentage Average
80%-90%

SAT
Pre-March 2016: 1900-2099
Beginning March 2016: 1270-1399

ACT
28-30

No application is necessary; all students meeting the criteria will receive a scholarship. King's will notify recipients in their admission letter. Awards are subject to verification of eligibility in September.