Student Mentoring Program
Undergraduate Level
CIBC Mentoring Scholarships
The CIBC Mentoring Scholarships recognizes the strong dedication and academic excellence of our student mentors. The value of each award can reach $ 4,500 and are presented in January during a special reception organized by SASS.
To apply for a mentoring scholarship one must meet the following criteria:
- Have Canadian citizenship or permanent residency status;
- Be a full-time student in an undergraduate program;
- Be a resident of Ontario;
- Be eligible for student aid;
- Have a strong academic record;
- Have been a student mentor for at least one year.
You will also be asked to provide the following documents to the Financial Aid and Awards Service:
- A letter summarizing your experience as a student mentor;
- An up-to-date résumé describing your most recent academic and extracurricular activities and accomplishments.
Contact Financial Aid and Awards Service for details on the application process and deadlines.
Background
A generous one-million-dollar endowment fund provided by the CIBC in 2004 allows SASS to honour a number of student mentors for their strong dedication and leadership in the Student Mentoring Program and to present an award that can reach $ 4,500.
“ We are especially proud to support this mentoring program. Helping young people to reach their full potential is a strategic focus of our community investment program. Through CIBC Youth Vision we fund hundreds of initiatives that support education, mentoring and skills development,”
“In an increasingly competitive global economy, it is so important that young people complete their education, and the mentoring provided through the university's Student Academic Success Service is proving successful in addressing the issue of student retention.”
Dave Hopper,
District Vice President, CIBC (2004)