University of Manitoba Information
Founded in 1877, University of Manitoba is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Winnipeg (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Manitoba. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Education and Training, Manitoba, University of Manitoba (U of M) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. University of Manitoba (U of M) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be :
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Grade 12 student at a high school in Manitoba or Northwestern Ontario
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Grade 12 average of 85% or higher in courses that meet University of Manitoba admissions requirements
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Recommended by your high school as the best “all-around” graduating student
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Admitted to any University of Manitoba program
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High school must submit the nomination form (students cannot apply directly)
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Nomination form sent to schools in late May or early June
Deadline for submission by schools: June 30
Application Process
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Meet the Eligibility Criteria:
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You must be graduating from a high school in Manitoba or Northwestern Ontario.
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You must have a Grade 12 average of 85% or higher in courses that meet University of Manitoba admissions criteria.
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You must plan to attend the University of Manitoba in the fall after graduation.
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Speak to Your High School Counselor or Principal:
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Your school is responsible for selecting and nominating one student as their best “all-around” graduate.
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Let your school know you're interested in being considered and ensure they know the deadline (June 30).
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Highlight your academic, extracurricular, leadership, and community involvement—since this is an "all-around" student award.
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Your School Submits the Nomination:
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In late May or early June, your high school will receive an official nomination form from the University of Manitoba.
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The school must fill it out and submit it on your behalf to the Financial Aid and Awards Office by June 30.
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Important: Students cannot submit the form themselves—only schools can.
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Wait for Notification:
High School Representatives: Please click here for the Chown Centennial Entrance Scholarship Award Selection Form. Forms must be submitted by the student's high school. Forms submitted by students directly will not be considered.
For more detatils, visit University of Manitoba Scholarship webpage