This scholarship is in recognition of Mr. Atkinson's contributions to political, economic, and social life of this province and this country, particularly his work as President of the National Farmers' Union (NFU) to forward the cause of farmers and farm life.
University of Saskatchewan Information
Founded in 1907, University of Saskatchewan is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Saskatoon (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Saskatchewan. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Advanced Education, Saskatchewan, University of Saskatchewan (uSask) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Saskatchewan (uSask) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 112 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 80-90% making this Canadian higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Students graduating with a B.A. (Hons.) degree in Sociology from this University and have been admitted to pursue an M.A. degree in Sociology in this department with particular interest in Agricultural Sociology (e.g. farm women and work, rural depopulation, health and safety on the farm, and future of family farms).
Offered Benefits
The financial package and the number of scholarship varies, it will determine by the institution
Application Process
Submit a brief statement outlining research area and participation in politics, farm organizations, farm life, and/or community involvement to .
For more details, visit University of Saskatchewan Roy Atkinson Memorial Scholarship webpage