The selection of a Loran Scholar is unique in its attention to a young person’s character. We believe that integrity, courage, grit and personal autonomy are better indicators of overall potential than standard academic measures. To discover these traits, we administer the most comprehensive and thorough scholarship selection process in Canada. Tenable at 25 partner universities, the Loran Award is valued at $100,000 over four years, including mentorship, funding for summer internships and participation in an extensive network of past and present scholars. This year, we are offering up to 36 Loran Awards. In addition, we are granting up to 95 finalist and provincial & territorial awards ($5,000 or $2,000 each, respectively) to promising candidates.
In 2019/20, we interviewed 544 candidates across the country in person and via videoconference, and invited 88 finalists to participate in national interviews. Students describe the process as an opportunity to reflect on their motivations and to imagine the lives they want to live. Whether or not they are selected for an award, many students come away from interviews with new connections, friendships and ideas.
Our Awards
Renewable for up to four years, with a total value of $100,000, each Loran Award includes:
How to Apply
Applications for the 2021 Loran Award are now open! Apply now.
Our application process takes place annually in September/October. Shortlisted candidates are notified at least two weeks before their semi-final interview date. There are two ways to apply for the Loran Award, with different deadlines.
The deliberations of our selection committees, for both sponsored and direct pool applicants, are confidential. All decisions are final and not eligible for appeal.
Eligibility Criteria for High School Students
Students who graduated in 2020 and are currently taking a gap year are eligible to apply through the direct pool.
Eligibility Criteria for Cegep Students
Students who graduated in 2020 and are currently taking a gap year are eligible to apply through the direct pool.
We believe that the promise of a young person is to be found in character. To find Canada’s next generation of leaders, we must look beyond grades and rankings to find the promise of character.
At the Loran Scholars Foundation, we identify and support young people who have the integrity and courage to make difficult decisions, the perseverance to work towards long-term goals, the curiosity to better understand the world around them and the drive to make positive change in their communities.
Every year, our volunteers dedicate over 7,000 hours to selecting up to 36 Loran Scholars from over 5,000 applicants. Our scholars come from all walks of life and every corner of Canada, from Hazelton, BC to Montréal to Fogo Island, NL.
In partnership with 25 Canadian universities and our donors, we challenge our scholars to explore, develop and share their talents. Each Loran Award is valued at up to $100,000 over four years of undergraduate study, including mentorship and summer experiences.
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