The Continuing Student Global Citizenship Dean Award 2026 is a competitive, merit-based award offered by Douglas College, Canada, for current (continuing) international and domestic students. It recognizes students who demonstrate academic achievement along with strong global citizenship values, including intercultural awareness, community engagement, and global learning experiences.
This award is part of Douglas College’s continuing student scholarship system and focuses on students who actively connect their studies with global and community impact.
About the Continuing Student Global Citizenship Dean Award
The Global Citizenship Dean Award is designed for students who show both academic strength and global engagement during their studies at Douglas College.
For the 2026 intake, Douglas College:
- Awards the scholarship to continuing students who are already enrolled at the college
- Requires students to have completed at least 21 credits at Douglas College
- Requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Requires students to be enrolled in at least 9 credits during the award term
- Requires a formal application submission (not automatic)
- Evaluates students based on global citizenship, academic performance, and community engagement
This award is more holistic than GPA-only scholarships because it values leadership and global learning.
Why Choose The Continuing Student Global Citizenship Dean Award?
This award is ideal for students who are not only performing well academically but also actively participating in global learning and community activities.
At Douglas College, students benefit from:
- Affordable Canadian education
- Strong academic programs across multiple disciplines
- Opportunities for study abroad and intercultural learning
- Career-focused education in Metro Vancouver
- Support for leadership and community engagement
The award encourages students to connect classroom learning with real-world global experience.
Continuing Student Global Citizenship Dean Award Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Host Institution: Douglas College
- Scholarship Name: Continuing Student Global Citizenship Dean Award
- Study Level: Undergraduate (continuing students)
- Funding Type: Merit + global engagement-based award
- Eligible Applicants: Current Douglas College students
- Selection Basis: GPA + global citizenship + community engagement
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 or higher
- Credit Requirement: 21+ credits completed
- Enrollment Requirement: Minimum 9 credits
- Application Method: Manual application required
- Application Deadline: September 30, 2026
Scholarship Benefits
Selected students receive:
- Annual cash award (typically around CAD $1,500 per recipient)
- Recognition for global citizenship and leadership
- Academic distinction within Douglas College
- Strengthened CV for future scholarships and university transfer
- Motivation for continued academic and community excellence
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be a current (continuing) Douglas College student
- Have completed at least 21 credits
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Be enrolled in at least 9 credits during the award term
- Demonstrate global citizenship, intercultural awareness, or community engagement
- Not have previously received this award
Required Documents
Applicants generally need:
- Completed online application form
- Academic transcript (Douglas College record)
- Two references:
- One academic
- One non-academic
- Evidence of community engagement or leadership activities
- Statement showing the connection between studies and global citizenship
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Ensure you are a continuing student at Douglas College
- Meet GPA and credit requirements
- Prepare references and global engagement evidence
- Submit an online application before the deadline
- The application is reviewed by the selection committee
- Successful students are notified after evaluation
