SAIT awards are given based in whole or in part on the following criteria:
Academic achievement: A pre-determined Grade Point Average (GPA).
Financial need: Financial need is determined by assessing a student's income and expenses combined with the cost of tuition for the academic year. Students receiving student loans may still be considered to be in financial need.
Community involvement: Community involvement is determined by participation in community events, volunteer hours spent with non-profits or charities, and involvement in extracurricular activities such as sport or organized clubs. It is important to include as much information as possible about these activities in your application.
Additional criteria: Some awards may include additional criteria as specified by the donor. Some examples may include your family status, your heritage, or your chosen profession. Please read the descriptions thoughtfully before you apply.
Careful reading will help you determine whether you meet all the criteria and ensure you apply only for the awards for which you are eligible.
Application tips
Read the criteria
The conditions for each award are called criteria. Read the criteria carefully for every award you see on the application form. Please do not apply for an award if you do not meet its criteria. This will save you time in completing the application.
Selecting your references
Choose your references with care. Employers, religious leaders, community leaders, teachers, and instructors can serve as excellent references. Ideally, your references should have known you for a minimum of six months. Avoid using members of your family, best friends, or roommates.
Your references should always try to talk about your current attributes and skills.
Financial information
Because most awards include a financial needs assessment, you are required to fill out the budget calculator in the application form. The information you provide is combined with the cost of attendance (tuition and fees) and other factors to determine need. Please provide accurate information on monthly expenses and income. If you are unsure of the exact amounts, provide an estimate. Please note that you may be asked to verify the information you provide.
Essays, written documentation, and specialty criteria
For some awards, additional questions, documentation, and/or essays are required. Please read these sections carefully and answer the questions as specifically as you can. It is best to provide as much detailed information as possible. Where additional documentation is required, please upload documents using your mySAIT account.