ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible for the BBPA National Scholarship Program, applicants must:

Be a Black student who is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person (or have applied for permanent residency or a student/work visa).

Be enrolled in an accredited educational institution.

Be between 17 and 30 years old at the start of the academic
year (September 2025).

The selection process for the BBPA National Scholarship Program is rigorous and competitive. Applicants are evaluated based on their academic achievements, financial need, community involvement, personal statement, and letters of recommendation. A panel of judges reviews each application and selects the recipients based on the eligibility criteria and the strength of their application.

Applications are open for an 8-week period to provide applicants with the fullest capacity to prepare the best application possible. Through a rigorous review and selection process, the BBPA aims to empower Black Canadian students to achieve their academic and professional goals, by reducing their financial burden. Providing opportunities for mentorship and networking to achieve a greater competitive advantage.

BENEFIT:

The BBPA NSP offers several scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $7,000. In addition to financial support, the BBPA NSP offers recipients opportunities for mentorship and networking with Canadian professionals. The program also provides recipients with access to
various resources and workshops, to support their academic and
professional development.