Scholarships & Financial Aid

Southeast College Entrance Awards

2024 – 2025 Highlighted Program Student Information

The Highlighted Program Student Awards were established with the purpose of supporting students who choose to pursue a post-secondary education in either Business Management Diploma (Weyburn Campus) OR Agribusiness – Production Stream Diploma (Weyburn Campus)

A maximum of 20 Awards valued at $2,000 each will be distributed to Southeast College Students enrolled in either the Business Management or Agribusiness diploma programs at Southeast College. Students must be accepted or conditionally accepted by the Southeast College Registrar before May 30,2024

Successful recipients will receive the full  $2,000 award at the midpoint of their program provided the recipient is enrolled in, regularly attending classes, and tuition paid in full.

Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship for Grade 12 Graduates

The Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship (SAS) provides eligible grade 12 graduates, including Adult Basic Education (ABE) and GED® students, up to $750 per year, to a lifetime maximum of $3,000.

Eligibility

For post-secondary programs starting on or after August 1, 2019, eligible students with a demonstrated financial need will receive the scholarship. Students are deemed to have a demonstrated financial need if they are approved for a student loan.

Other eligibility requirements include:

• You successfully graduated from grade 12 in Saskatchewan (including ABE and GED®) on or after January 1, 2012; and
• You are enrolled at a Saskatchewan post-secondary institution in a program that is recognized for Canada-Saskatchewan student loans (certificate, diploma, and degree programs).

How to Apply

For programs starting on or after August 1, 2019, you will be automatically assessed by applying for student loans. For more information on student loans or to apply, please visit the student loans section.

For more information, please visit the Saskatchewan Advantage Scholarship website.

2024 Southeast College Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards
Southeast College is proud to offer a number a scholarships, bursaries, and awards.

Southeast College T.E.A.M. Bursary and Jody Holzmiller Scholarship in Memory of Sara Ann Bohanna

Scholarships and bursaries designed for Southeast College Adult Basic Education graduates who pursue full-time post-secondary studies at Southeast College.

• T.E.A.M stands for Together Everyone Achieves More, and it’s a theme that Southeast College staff have embraced.

• The Jody Holzmiller Scholarship was established in memory of a beautiful, brilliant, daughter and mother who believed in the power of education.
  • Jody Holzmiller Scholarship in Memory of Sara Ann Bohanna is valued at $500

To be eligible for ABE awards, students must:

• Complete ABE Adult 12 through any Southeast College campus.
• Enroll into a 2024-2025 full-time post-secondary program at any Southeast College campus and be “accepted” or “conditionally accepted” by the Southeast College Registrar.
• Complete the Southeast College online student awards application.
• Submit a special statement summarizing their desire to pursue a post-secondary education.
• Applications for T.E.A.M. Bursary and Jody Holzmiller Scholarship applications are due June 23, 2024. Late applications will not be accepted.

Heavy Equipment Operator: Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association Award

Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association Award was established through a partnership between the Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association and Southeast College. The award is designed to support students enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Operator program at Southeast College.

• Two awards valued at $2,000 each

To be eligible for the Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association Award, students must:

• Be currently enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Operator Program at Southeast College.
• Complete the Southeast College online student awards application. The application form is now closed. Award recipients will be contacted.
• Awards will be based on 50% financial need, and 50% academics

Southeast College Student Recognition Awards

Board of Governor’s Award for Academic Excellence

This award focusses on academic excellence and contributions to their program of study.
Students nominated in this category are recognized for outstanding achievement and/or their positive contribution within their program of study. Students nominated for an academic award are thoughtful problem solvers who work well with their peers. They demonstrate a passion for life-long learning.
Minimum grade average must be achieved to be eligible for this award.

President’s Award for Outstanding Student Leadership

This award focusses on student excellence in both the classroom and College campus.
This award recognizes a student who has demonstrated leadership, humility, empowerment of others, and who is highly engaged in the Southeast College campus. The student who receives this award is passionate about their experience at Southeast College, collaborates with fellow students, and values lifelong learning. This student exemplifies strong communication and collaboration skills while providing peer-to-peer support and encouragement.

Southeast College Award for Contributions to the Community

This award focusses on a dedication to education, community contributions and leadership outside campus.
These students are strong supporters and leaders in their home communities and in their Southeast College community. These highly engaged and dedicated students excel in their studies and empower others to reach their academic goal. These students display the characteristics of a true leader and take pride in the positive promotion of themselves as a Southeast College Student.

Scholarship & Financial Aid FAQs

Don’t see an answer to your question? Email us at scholarships@southeastcollege.org and we will help!

When will I be receiving my Entrance Award?

If you are eligible to receive an Entrance Award, you will be notified prior to your program start date. Award payments will be distributed in the second part of November. 

When and where are the scholarships awarded?

Scholarships are presented in May and June of each year in Estevan, Weyburn, and Moosomin.  Dates for 2022 presentations will be posted when they become official.

When will scholarships and bursary recipients be notified?

Recipients will be notified by email in late April.

Are there separate applications for Adult Basic Education (ABE) and Post-Secondary students?

There is just one application that covers both types of students. We will know which program area you belong to based on the info you provide in the Program Information section of the application.

I’m currently an Adult Basic Education (ABE) student and I intend to apply to one of Southeast College’s 2022-23 post-secondary programs.  I am wondering which scholarship or bursary form I need to fill out?

First, fill out the online scholarship and bursary application to be eligible for the awards for current students.  There are additional scholarships and bursaries that are specifically designed for ABE students continuing on to post-secondary programs at Southeast College, and the application form for these awards will be launched in the spring. 

Are there scholarships for part-time students?

There are some scholarships that part-time students are eligible for. Please review the award criteria in the Scholarship & Bursary Guide to find out which awards apply.

Do I need to include a cover letter and resume?

We’ve kept it simple – cover letters and resumes are not required and there is nothing you need to attach. The application captures enough information that would usually be included in those documents.  

Can I start the application and save it to be completed later?

You cannot save the application. Please prepare to complete and submit your application all at once.  If all your information is prepared, keying it in should take only 5-10 minutes.

How do I know for sure my application has been received?

When you click on the “Submit Form” button, you will receive a confirmation message on your screen that your application has been sent. If you do not receive the confirmation message, please review your application for any missing mandatory fields or invalid responses, which are highlighted in red. 

If a scholarship or bursary, for example, has 3 specific criteria and I only meet 2 of them, does my application sill get considered?

Donors set specific criteria that we look to fulfill; however if none of the applicants meet all of the criteria, we would first consult with the donor and then select the best candidate.

What is the selection process?

The first step is submitting your application on time! Once the application deadline has passed, all applications are reviewed by the Southeast College Scholarship Selection Committee. At this point, the candidates who best meet all required award criteria are selected and promptly notified.

If I am selected as a scholarship or bursary recipient, when do I receive my award?

Entrance Scholarship funds will be distributed at the mid-point of the fall semester. Awards for current students will be presented at a special awards event in the spring of each year.

External Scholarships & Bursaries

Art Farm Scholarship

Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) Awards and Scholarships

Storwell – Foster Children Bursary Program

Additional financial aid and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary and apprenticeship can be found at the following website: https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/education-and-learning/scholarships-bursaries-grants

Student Loan Information

Saskatchewan Student Loans website