Scholarship Value $1,000

Number of Scholarships 2

The Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Northern Alberta (SBHANA) is committed to encouraging students with spina bifida and hydrocephalus to further their academic education through the establishment of  two post-secondary scholarships each year to students who have spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus. Applicants must provide the following:

• confirmation of spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus by a medical professional;
• be a Canadian citizen for at least two years
• have a home address in Northern Alberta, from Red Deer north, the NWT
• accepted in a post-secondary institution
• candidates are required to submit a letter of reference from a previous teacher or administrator (applicants who have been out of high school one or more years submit a letter from a recent employer or supervisor)
• an official Alberta Education or most recent post-secondary transcript
• a letter from the candidate stating his or her eligibility, community involvement, and plans for the future.The scholarship will be presented to the winning applicants after the selection has been made. The cheque will be made out to the attending post-secondary institution.
• Show appreciation for any award they receive by thanking the SBHANA in writing or in person