Horatio Alger Association of Canada Offers Ontario Scholarship Application

Association Provides Financial Support to High School Students to Pay for Higher Ed

(September 26, 2012, Ontario, Can) The Horatio Alger Association of Canada is pleased to announce that it has opened the 2013 Ontario Scholarship application. High school seniors who are looking to pursue a college degree are encouraged to apply from now until November 1, 2012, to receive up to

$5,000 in financial aid for tuition, room and board and other school-related expenses. Applications to the Horatio Alger Ontario Scholarship Program can be completed at https://www.horatioalger.org/canadascholarships

Founded in 2009, the Horatio Alger Association of Canada awards scholarships to students who have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, while demonstrating strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, a commitment to pursue a college or university education and a desire to contribute to society.

The eligibility criteria to be considered for the Horatio Alger Ontario Scholarship Program are as follows:

•    Enrollment full-time as a high school senior and taking classes during spring 2012, progressing normally toward graduation in the spring/summer 2012, with plans to enter a university or college no later than the fall following graduation;

•    A strong commitment to pursuing and completing a degree at an accredited public or private college or university in Canada;

•    Critical financial need ($50,000 or less net income per family is preferred. If higher an explanation must be provided);

•    Involvement in co-curricular and community activities;

•    A minimum academic level of 4;

•    Attend a high school and live in Ontario, Canada; and

•    Canadian citizenship.

About the Horatio Alger Association of Canada

The Horatio Alger Association of Canada was designated as a charitable organization by the Canada Revenue Agency on July 10, 2009. The Horatio Alger Association of Canada honors the achievements of outstanding individuals in our society who have succeeded in spite of adversity and who encourage young people to pursue their dreams through higher education. The Horatio Alger Association of Canada will award scholarships annually to deserving young people in Ontario and Quebec.

About the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc.

Founded in 1947, the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans celebrates individuals whose determination and hard work have enabled them to overcome life’s obstacles to achieve success. As a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit, the Association provides college scholarships and mentorship to at-risk students who demonstrate courage in the face of adversity and dedication to pursuing higher education. The Association has awarded almost

$100 million to nearly 20,000 Scholars since the inception of its scholarship programs in 1984.

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Contact: Holly Rollins, 10-x Group, 864.420.1127

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