connectFirst - connectFirst STEM Scholarship

A total of four (4) scholarships worth $650 each will be awarded each year.

The STEM Scholarship provides financial aid for students enrolled in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math field (STEM), and skilled trades programs in Alberta.

Eligibility criteria:

Must reside in Alberta and be age 17+
Must be a current member of connectFirst Credit Union
Must be enrolled or accepted to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution of higher learning in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math field or a skilled trades program in Alberta.
Must be a full-time student enrolled or accepted to enroll in an undergraduate or technical program in the academic year of 2023-2024.

Selection process and key dates

July to August.

Apply

Application period from July 25 to August 21.

August to September.

Review

All STEM Scholarship applications will be reviewed by a committee comprised of connectFirst employees from August 21 to September 1.

September.

Notify

Successful applicants are notified by phone or email by September 4.

September.

Award

Scholarship funds will be disbursed no later than September 11.

Review the scoring matrix here

Ready to apply?

For accessibility, we have provided two application methods - apply in person at a branch or online.

Application Checklist

Completed application form (physical or online)
Supporting documents:

- Proof of enrolment

- Applicants must be residents of Alberta and be able to provide a home address, located in Alberta on the application form

STEM Scholarship

Apply in-person

Download, fill in, and print the application form or pick up a physical application form at any of our branches. Make sure to review the eligibility criteria and application checklist before applying.

Once you've completed the application form, submit the application with your supporting documents to a branch closest to you.

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STEM Scholarship

Apply online

Apply and submit your supporting documents online. Make sure to review the eligibility criteria and application checklist before applying.

You may choose to submit a video instead of essay answers. We acknowledge that oral applications may be preferred, and detailed instructions are included in the application.

Apply online