Deadline: 6-Jul-25
The Black Business and Professional Association National Scholarship Program is designed to support Black Canadian students pursuing post-secondary education.
Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, leadership, and community involvement to reduce financial barriers and support career success.
Benefits
- In addition to financial support, the BBPA NSP offers recipients opportunities for mentorship and networking with Canadian professionals.
- The program also provides recipients with access to various resources and workshops, to support their academic and professional development.
Funding Information
- The BBPA NSP offers several scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $7,000.
- Applications are open for an 8-week period to provide applicants with the fullest capacity to prepare the best application possible.
Eligibility Criteria
- To be eligible for the BBPA National Scholarship Program, applicants must:
- Be a Black student who is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person (or have applied for permanent residency or a student/work visa).
- Be enrolled in an accredited educational institution.
- Be between 17 and 30 years old at the start of the academic year (September 2025).
Selection Criteria
- The selection process for the BBPA National Scholarship Program is rigorous and competitive.
- Applicants are evaluated based on their academic achievements, financial need, community involvement, personal statement, and letters of recommendation.
- A panel of judges reviews each application and selects the recipients based on the eligibility criteria and the strength of their application.
For more information, visit BBPA.