The Shannon Scholarships
Colaisde na Gàidhlig, Mabou Campus is pleased to offer the Joe & Ruth Shannon Scholarship. Multiple awards are available to students meeting the eligibility criteria below.
APPLICANTS MUST:
• Be entering full‐time study at Colaisde na Gàidhlig, Mabou Campus
TO APPLY, SUBMIT:
• A completed Scholarship form
• A copy of your resume
• A two‐page essay (1,000 words max) outlining the following:
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Why you wish to attend the Colaisde na Gàidhlig, Mabou Campus, and how your program of choice will help you attain your goals
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Demonstrated commitment to hard work and perseverance
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Examples of volunteering and leadership in your high school, extra-curricular, community or other activities
Preference will be given to students with demonstrated financial need. Deadline to apply is May 31, 2027 and early applications are encouraged. Completed applications are to be returned to info@gaeliccollege.edu.
The Fr. Angus Morris Scholarship
Beinn Mhàbu is pleased to offer the Fr. Angus Morris Scholarship. One award with a value of $5,000 is available to a student that meets the eligibility criteria below.
Applicants must:
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Have a minimum 80% average in senior year of high school
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Be entering full‐time study in a program at Colaisde na Gàidhlig, Mabou Campus
To apply, submit:
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A completed Fr. Angus Morris Scholarship form (click the link above to download)
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A copy of your resume
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A two‐page essay (1,000 words max) outlining the following:
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Your professional goals
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How the scholarship will assist you in achieving your goals
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Examples of leadership in your community and/or extra‐curricular activities
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Examples of volunteering both in high school activities and/or in your community
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Preference will be given to students who graduated from a Cape Breton high school, but others are encouraged to apply. This application is for students entering Colaisde na Gàidhlig and seeking university credit only. Auditing students are not eligible for this award.
Deadline to apply is May 31, 2027. Early applications are encouraged. Completed applications can be sent to info@gaeliccollege.edu.