Merit Scholarships
Merit scholarships are made possible by the generous donations of friends, alumnae, staff and faculty to both the University’s general scholarship endowment and the year-to-year scholarship operating funds.
Full-time Merit Scholarships are given on the same basis as outlined under Full-Time Scholarship Eligibility Criteria above.
Part-time Merit Scholarships are given on the same basis as outlined under Part-Time Scholarships. Part-time Merit Scholarships are valid for use between September 1 of the year in which they are awarded through August 31 of the following year.
Due to the varying patterns of part-time study, part-time students must make application for consideration prior to May 15 in any given year. Application forms are available from the Registrar’s Office.
Download the Merit Scholarship Application Form for Part-Time Students.
Please note that the listing of scholarships is accurate, but changes may occur.
Albertus Magnus Endowed ScholarshipIn recognition of Sister Mary Albertus, president of the Mount 1974-78 and awarded to a student who has already completed at least 5.0 units at the Mount and is registered in the liberal arts or science degree programs. The student will be expected to have a high academic average, and be recommended by faculty for qualities such as motivation, class participation, integrity of character, concern for people and commitment to duty.
Alexa McDonough ScholarshipEstablished by the New Democratic Party of Canada in recognition of Alexa McDonough's significant work in peace advocacy and a life long commitment to progressive political change. This in-course scholarship is awarded to a student enroled in any program with preference to a student who is actively pursuing a minor in Peace and Conflict Studies.
Alice (Ruby) Carmichael During Memorial Endowed ScholarshipsA bequest from the estate of alumna Margaret E. During (BA'75; BPR'81 with distinction) in memory of her mother, provides for two endowed scholarships in the areas of business administration and applied human nutrition or family studies and gerontology. Maggie During was a recipient of numerous scholarships and awards for academic excellence and leadership ability. She was twice elected president of the Mount Students' Union (1971-73) and served as a member of the Board of Governors. The scholarships are awarded annually to students with high academic standing.
A. Business Administration - two scholarships to part-time students registered in an Mount business program who have completed (a) a minimum of 6.0 units, 4.0 of which are business units, and (b) a minimum of 12 units, 8.0 of which are business units, on the recommendation of the Business Department faculty.
B. Applied Human Nutrition - one scholarship to a student entering the final year (completing the final 5.0 units) in the applied human nutrition program who has demonstrated active involvement in the University or outside community, on the recommendation of the applied human nutrition faculty.
Anne Hinton Memorial Endowed ScholarshipEstablished in memory of Anne Hinton.
Assisium Endowed ScholarshipPresented by the Alumnae Association in honour of a former Dean and President, Sister Francis d'Assisi and the first business instructor, Sister Assisium.
Beta Sigma Phi Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by the Halifax-Dartmouth City Council of Beta Sigma Phi, this scholarship is available annually to a full or part-time student who is either a spouse or grandchild of an active Beta Sigma Phi member. In the absence of such a candidate, a deserving student will be chosen by the University.
CCL Group ScholarshipCCL Group believes in Excellence, Service, Passion, People, Values, Community and Atlantic Canada and as such has established this in-course scholarship for students enroled in the Bachelor of Public Relations program, with preference to students from Atlantic Canada. This scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities in their community or on campus and a dedication to establishing a career in the field of public relations. Applicants should complete an application form and submit a covering letter outlining their community involvement including a statement demonstrating their commitment to establish a career in the field of public relations.
Application Deadline: May 15
Continuing Education ScholarshipGiven by an alumna and awarded yearly to a woman over thirty years of age who is enroled in any program except education. The award is based on involvement in student and community organizations and class participation. The student's GPA must be above 2.7 and will not be based on financial need except in the case of a tie. Application forms are available from the Registrar's Office. Download the Continuing Education Scholarship Application Form from msvu.ca.
Application Deadline: May 15
Dale and Gerry Godsoe Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by friends and colleagues to recognize Dale's significant contribution to Mount Saint Vincent University during her years as a member and Chair of the Board of Governors, also in recognition of Gerry's contribution as a Board member and Finance Chair to the Board of Governors during the 70's and 80's. Awarded annually to an adult female student.
Dorothy Hartley Neath Endowed ScholarshipA scholarship awarded annually to a woman over thirty years of age who is enroled full-time or part-time in a degree program, and who meets the usual scholarship criteria.
Douglas Hideo Shinyei Memorial Endowed ScholarshipEstablished in loving memory of Douglas Hideo Shinyei by his wife, Martha Shinyei and his mother, Ann Shinyei, this scholarship is awarded annually to a mature male student currently enroled in the undergraduate degree in Family Studies and Gerontology with a gerontology option, the certificate program in gerontology, enrolling in a Bachelor of Arts program with a concentration in Gerontology or the Master of Arts in Family Studies and Gerontology, who has demonstrated a commitment (through volunteer or paid employment) to assisting the interests of the elderly. Mature students must submit a resume detailing their previous academic achievements and educational goals in the field of gerontology. Recipients are chosen by the undergraduate Committee on Admissions and Scholarships.
Dr. Elizabeth Weber Endowed ScholarshipThe Dr. Elizabeth Weber Scholarship was established by colleagues, friends and former students in honour of Dr. Elizabeth Weber, an alumna, long-time faculty member and former Chair of the Department of Business Administration. Preference will be given to students entering tier third or fourth year of full-time studies in the Business Administration degree program.
Elizabeth Parr-Johnston Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by her friends in the Mount's corporate and local communities to honour and recognize the leadership and contribution of Elizabeth Parr-Johnston as the eighth President and Vice-Chancellor of the Mount (1991-96). This scholarship is awarded annually to an entering or in-course full-time female student in an undergraduate degree program who shows leadership promise.
Ennis Family Scholarship in Public RelationsEstablished by the Ennis family in 2000 in memory of John Ennis, father of Craig Ennis, BPR '00. This scholarship is available to public relations students who are involved in campus or student activities and receive the recommendation of the public relations faculty.
Floyd Campbell Memorial Endowed Scholarship in FrenchEither one or two awards annually. Established in memory of this former French major and awarded to those majoring in French who achieve outstanding results in French courses at the 2000 level or above, upon the recommendation of the French faculty in the Department of Modern Languages.
Geoffrey Ettridge Paris Memorial Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by Terrence Paris in memory of his father, Geoffrey Paris, in recognition of his public life of three decades as a writer and editor of business publications at the Winnipeg Industrial Development Board and at the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, and a private life dedicated to developing his skills as a creative writer. This scholarship is awarded to a full-time student who has completed a minimum of 10 units of study and is pursuing a Bachelor of Public Relations Degree.
Gordon-Sanders Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by Mount faculty member, Dr. Jane Gordon, to recognize the lifelong commitment to education and social equality of her mother, Reba Gordon. This scholarship celebrates four generations of Gordon/Sanders women. Awarded to women pursuing studies in the liberal arts and sciences who have completed at least 5.0 units of study.
Jean Isabel Soper Estate Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by the Estate of Jean Isabel Soper. Intended to support a female applicant enroled in a technological or physical science program with specialization in chemistry, physics, or an applied science. Preference will be given to those students who are intending to obtain a future degree in engineering. This scholarship may be awarded for successive years if the recipient has made satisfactory progress toward her degree in the opinion of the Committee on Admissions and Scholarships.
John (Dewey) Squires Memorial Endowed ScholarshipMade possible by Shelley Adamson-Squires, in memory of John (Dewey) Squires, a former president of the student Business Society. This award will be made to a student who has already completed at least 5.0 units of business credits at Mount Saint Vincent University and is registered in the Bachelor of Business Administration program. The student will be expected to have a minimum 80 percent academic average and be recommended by the Business Department faculty for qualities such as motivation, participation in student activities, and overall leadership.
Application Deadline: May 15
Kenneth Butler Endowed ScholarshipAvailable to a full-time student in the public relations degree program entering the final year of study who meets all regular scholarship criteria and receives the recommendation of the public relations faculty based on the following factors: has taken courses in business administration, has a working knowledge of both official languages, and has been involved in extra-curricular community service, sports, cultural activities or part-time work.
Linda Oland Endowed ScholarshipThis scholarship was established by Colonel Sidney Oland in memory of his wife, Linda in 1966. The Oland family association with Mount Saint Vincent goes back to the very first day the school opened its doors in 1873.
Louise Ardenne Endowed Scholarship for WomenEstablished by Louise Ardenne (BA'89) in appreciation to the Mount. Awarded annually to a female student over 30 years of age, in full or part-time study, who has been politically active or shows by her community activities that she is politically aware of the important role women can play in bringing about social change in the form of peace, justice and improvement in the status of women in society. Recipients shall be chosen solely by the Undergraduate Committee on Admissions and Scholarships on the recommendation of the Chairs of Women’s Studies and Political and Canadian Studies. Applicants must submit a resume and a letter of application documenting how they meet the criteria of the scholarship. Application Deadline: May 15
Margaret Flemming Endowed ScholarshipEstablished to honour Margaret Flemming, who was a student in the early dietetics program at Mount Saint Vincent University, by her family which includes four Mount alumnae. This scholarship is awarded annually to a student enroled in the Bachelor of Science, Applied Human Nutrition (Dietetics) degree program who has demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.
Margaret Mary Toomey Endowed ScholarshipA bequest from the Estate of Father John F. Toomey in memory of his sister Margaret Mary Toomey, a resident of Kentville, NS, who passed away in 1994. Margaret was an alumna of the Mount Saint Vincent Academy; she graduated in 1930 with a Secretarial Science degree. As Margaret had a special interest in the field of business, this scholarship will be awarded annually to a business administration student in good academic standing.
Margie O'Brien Memorial Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by the Mount Saint Vincent University Faculty Association in memory of Dr. Margie O'Brien, a much loved colleague who will always be remembered for her inspiring leadership as the unionized Association's first president.
In order to be eligible for the scholarship, a student must have completed 5.0 units of university work and must be enroled full time in an undergraduate program, including education, during the year in which the scholarship is held.
Applicants will be judged according to their academic record. It would also be desirable for the candidate to have a record of community activism. Applicants must provide documentary evidence of their achievement in these areas.
Application Deadline: May 15
Marial Mosher Endowed ScholarshipThe Marial Mosher Scholarship was established in 1984 to honour the contribution of Marial Mosher, long-time member of the Sociology/Anthropology Department and enthusiastic supporter of Canadian Studies and continuing education. This scholarship is awarded to an academically outstanding student whose major and minor work includes Canadian Studies, and sociology/anthropology. The scholarship is awarded annually upon the recommendation of the Sociology/Anthropology Department, normally to a student who has completed 2 full years (or 10 units) of study.
Martha E. Westwater Endowed Scholarship in EnglishThis scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student who has officially declared English as her/his major, and has completed at least the first year of studies at Mount Saint Vincent University.
Mary Dee Girroir Endowed Memorial ScholarshipMary Dee Girroir dedicated herself to the principle of helping others. This scholarship, established by her friends, commemorates that principle. Awarded annually to a student entering second year who has participated in the cultural life of the University with first preference to a student enroled in the cultural studies program. Applicants must submit a resume outlining their involvement in the cultural life of the University.
Application Deadline: May 15
Mary L. Morley Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to a student who has completed the first or second year (or 5.0 or 10 units) of a family studies and gerontology program with scholarship standing and upon the recommendation of a faculty member in the department. Established by the alumnae and friends of Dr. Morley in recognition of her contribution as chairperson of the Home Economics Department from 1966 to 1978.
Montebello Conference Endowed ScholarshipAn in-course scholarship established to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Montebello Conference and awarded annually to a student in the public relations degree program. The student will have a strong academic record and show leadership qualities in communications.
MSVU Pension Members’ Endowed Scholarship FundEstablished by the University and members of the University’s pension plan. This scholarship is to be awarded as entrance or in-course scholarships to students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement in accordance with the criteria set out in the Endowment Scholarship Agreement.
Nancy Logan Endowed ScholarshipAwarded annually to a female student who shows promise of academic achievement and the potential of making a contribution to the service of her community. Applicants must submit a résumé of on- or off-campus community involvement.
Application Deadline: May 15
Nickle Family Foundation Endowed ScholarshipTwo scholarship awards each made possible through the generosity of the Nickle Family Foundation.
Patricia Keene Memorial Expendable ScholarshipThe purpose of this Scholarship is to provide financial assistance to full-time students who are either majoring in English and/or History, and who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement.
Paul McIsaac Endowed ScholarshipAwarded in memory of Dr. Paul McIsaac, to an English major who has completed 10 units of study. The award is made on the recommendation of the English Department faculty.
Pauline A. Jones Memorial Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by Pauline's son Stephen, along with family, friends and colleagues. This scholarship is in memory of Dr. Pauline Jones, a former Vice-President, Academic and member of the Psychology Department, who was an advocate of research. Awarded annually, based on the recommendation from the psychology department, to a full-time student in the final year of an honours program in psychology.
Pepsi Scholarship for Academic ExcellenceThe Pepsi Bottling Group is the world's largest manufacturer, seller and distributor of Pepsi-Cola beverages and an avid supporter of Mount Saint Vincent University This scholarship is awarded annually to a student with a high academic standing.
Public Relations Alumnae Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by the class of '81, the first graduating class in public relations. Awarded annually to a public relations student who has achieved outstanding academic achievement in a minimum of two 3000-level public relations courses.
Royal Canadian Air Force (Women's Division) Endowed ScholarshipEstablished to commemorate the 1983 reunion of the RCAF(WD) which was created on July 1, 1941 to perform non-combatant jobs allowing men to be released for flying during WW II. By their contribution to the Allied victory they also contributed to women's fight towards equality and recognition in post-war society. The recipient of the RCAF(WD) award will be a female student over thirty years of age who has completed a minimum of 3.0 units in her program, who plans to return to the workforce upon graduation, and preferably who was born in Nova Scotia.
Ruth Hammond ScholarshipRuth Hammond, APR, a life member of the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS), has been a leader in the establishment of public relations education programs in Canada. She is an Honourary Fellow of CPRS and holds an Honourary Doctorate from Mount Saint Vincent University.
Established by CPRS (Toronto) and supported by Dr. Hammond's friends, colleagues and family, the Ruth Hammond Scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievement by a public relations student entering his/her final year. (have completed at least two public relations co-op work terms).
This Scholarship is awarded annually on the recommendation of the Public Relations Department. Applicants must also submit a letter and resume demonstrating their leadership in the class, university activities and/or the community and their dedication to establishing a career in the public relations field.
Application Deadline: May 15
Sara Elizabeth Phillips Endowed Scholarship in MathematicsEstablished by her daughter M. Jane Phillips, this scholarship is given in memory of a woman who, for 16 years before her marriage, was a teacher in North Carolina, Montana, and Cuba. The family, in the post Civil War of the Southern United States, were determined that their 11 daughters and sons acquired a post-secondary education and beyond. Sara Phillips believed that women had the ability to pursue interests in any field they choose. The in-course scholarship will be awarded to an outstanding student pursuing studies in science and who has demonstrated high marks in mathematics.
Schering-Plough Canada Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to an outstanding female student in the Bachelor of Science degree program who has completed her first year of studies.
Sister Elizabeth Bellefontaine Religious Studies Endowed ScholarshipEstablished in memory of Sister Elizabeth Bellefontaine by her former colleagues in Religious Studies. Sister Elizabeth was a dedicated member of the Mount community as a member of the Board of Governors, serving on the Senate, and a past chair of the Department of Religious Studies. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage students with high academic standing to pursue studies in religious education. Awarded annually to a student who has taken at least 2.0 units in religious studies, and has been involved in extra-curricular church activities and/or community service.
Sister Katherine Meagher Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by friends, colleagues, and the Sisters of Charity in tribute to the distinguished career of Sister Katherine Meagher, S.C. and in recognition of her leadership to the Mount's office administration program. This scholarship is available to information technology students above first year (beyond 5.0 units) who have high academic standing. Recipients will be chosen on the recommendation of the faculty of the Information Technology Department.
Sister Lua Endowed ScholarshipAwarded annually upon the recommendation of the Biology Department to a biology major entering the second year (or having completed 5.0 units). The recipient should have a high academic average and have given evidence of vision, curiosity, original thinking and active extracurricular involvement.
Sisters of Charity Endowed ScholarshipEstablished in recognition of the contribution of the Sisters of Charity to Mount Saint Vincent University. In the Sisters' tradition of helping others, this fund is designated to assist students who are both academically qualified and in need of financial encouragement.
The Casey Family ScholarshipEstablished by the bequest from the estate of almuna Mabel Casey, Academy ’19, this scholarship is awarded to a full-time student in any program of studies in financial need who exhibits exemplary scholastic ability. Applicants must submit a statement of financial need.
Application Deadline: May 15
Vidya Seth Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by Dr. Ram Seth, a former professor of Economics, in honour of his mother Vidya Seth, who was a great believer in higher education. Vidya not only persuaded but also inspired and encouraged her children, against all odds, to pursue a higher education. This scholarship is a fitting tribute to her memory.
This scholarship, funded by the family of Vidya Seth, as well as colleagues and former students of Dr. Ram Seth, will be awarded annually to an academically outstanding student whose major work included any one of the disciplines enumerated below in an order of preference;
Economics
Public Policy
Liberal Arts program
Physical Science program with specialization in Biology, Physics or an applied science.
In order to be eligible for this scholarship, a student must have completed 5.0 units of university work and must be enroled as a full-time student in any of the above undergraduate programs.
Diamond Jubilee Scholarships for In-Course Students
Avon Canada Jubilee Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by Avon Canada Incorporated and awarded to a student in the Bachelor of Science program with a concentration in microbiology or chemistry.
Coopers & Lybrand Jubilee Endowed ScholarshipA corporate donation to honour the 75th anniversary of Coopers & Lybrand in Canada and to mark the Jubilee Anniversary of Mount Saint Vincent. This scholarship was established to encourage business administration students concentrating in accounting.
Dr. E. Margaret Fulton Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by faculty, staff and community friends to honour Dr. Fulton, president of the Mount 1978-86 and to commemorate her eight years of outstanding leadership. In keeping with Dr. Fulton's strong interest in providing educational opportunities for third world women, this scholarship is designated for women students from developing countries who intend to return home at the conclusion of their studies at the Mount.
Ralph M. Medjuck, Q.C. Centennial Hotels Jubilee Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by Ralph M. Medjuck, Q.C. , as an entrance or in-course scholarship to a student of outstanding academic achievement enroled in the Tourism and Hospitality Management program.
Valerie Murray Memorial ScholarshipThis scholarship was established in memory of Valerie Murray by her colleagues and friends. Valerie was killed in a car accident on May 11, 1999 and left behind a loving family and many friends. She was an Account Manager with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and worked closely with the tourism industry in Nova Scotia.
This scholarship is available to students enrolled in the Tourism and Hospitality Management program with preference given to those from Valerie's home town of Saint John, New Brunswick.