Scholarship

Scholarship winner Travis Greydanis

Cobourg Horticultural Society Scholarship

Travis Greydanis is headed to Kemptville College (University of Guelph) this fall to study Agricultural Business.

He recently was awarded a $500 scholarship by the Cobourg Horticultural Society (CHS). The award is given to a graduate of a Cobourg high school, a student with exemplary marks who wishes to pursue post secondary education in a field related to horticulture or the environment.

All of the members of the CHS wish Travis every success in his chosen field.

The CHS is accepting applications for the 2009 Scholarship.

Award: Each year the Society provides a $500 Scholarship to a student graduating from a Cobourg High School.

Eligibility: An applicant must be pursuing post secondary study in Horticulture or a related field, completed all application requirements and provide proof of enrollment in the course chosen.

Download the application form (opens in a new window)

Application Requirements:

1. Print off and completed the form included on this web page
2. Submit a type-written essay of about 350 – 500 words to:
   • Describe when you first became interested in horticulture
   • Describe your practical experience as a volunteer or employee in a horticultural-related field
   • Identify workshops or courses you have taken and what you found useful from these
   • Outline your career plants in this field
   • Explain why you should be the winner of the scholarship
3. Attach the essay to your form.
4. Submit a transcript of your most recent marks
5. Submit a recent resume

The completed application (first 4 requirements above) should be placed with the guidance office of your high school no later than the third Thursday of May. Be sure to provide your name, address and telephone number

Decision Process:

The applications will be collected and reviewed by the Scholarship Committee. They will be ranked based on academic standing, practical experience and the written essay.

The winner will be notified and receipt of tuition will be requested at that time.