Peggy and Willmont MacDonnell Scholarship

In honour of Peggy and Willmont MacDonnell, benefactors to Algoma University, this $3,000 scholarship, renewable for up to 3 additional years, is available to: the high school graduate who has completed all qualifying requirements in the academic year prior to commencing university studies at Algoma U and who presents the third-highest average over 90% on the 6 best U/M courses presented for admission.

The candidate must enroll in and maintain 30 credits over 2 consecutive terms (fall/winter) of study. For renewal, candidates must maintain a minimum average of 80% each academic year on 30 credits taken in 2 consecutive terms (fall/winter) of study. Candidates must be enrolled in 30 credits over 2 consecutive terms (fall/winter) of study in the current year they are receiving the award. Maximum value: $12,000.

The Peggy and Willmont MacDonnell Scholarship is non-cumulative with the Algoma U Awards of Excellence, Edward & Frank McGrath Award of Excellence, Carl J. Sanders Scholarship, City of Sault Ste. Marie Admission Scholarships, Algoma U Achievement Scholarships and John R. Rhodes Scholarship.