Applications for the 2018 Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick Scholarship Program are available now for individuals with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus. WE HAVE A NEW MAILING ADDRESS!
Deadline for application submission is the last business day of April annually.
Named in honour of Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick as a tribute to his dedication, on-going support and outstanding service to our members.
The Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick Scholarship Program was established to encourage and support students with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus to develop independence and responsibility for their own future educational directions; and to assist students to pursue higher education with the ultimate goal of obtaining a degree or graduate certificate or diploma.
The awards are valid at any accredited university or college, technical or trade school, career institute or school of business.
Number and amount of awards will be decided on a yearly basis.
One academic year.
The program is administered by Hydrocephalus Canada.
Open to Canadian citizens with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus residing in the province of Ontario.
The selection of the award recipient will be made by the Program Advisory Committee. When making its decision, this committee will take into account the applicant's motivation, self-awareness, and goal setting, as well as potential for success.
Notification of awards will be made in June annually.
Recipients must enter/attend their chosen academic program in the year of application. Requests for deferment will be considered only in unusual circumstances such as illness. Proof of registration must be submitted before the award can be paid out. In the event that the student does not complete the academic program, he/she must submit documentation stating the reasons for his/her inability to complete the proposed course load in order to be considered for future scholarships.
The 2018 Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick Scholarship application is available NOW!
Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick Guidelines
Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick Application (Printable form)
Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick Medical Form
Forms may also be obtained by contacting Hydrocephalus Canada by mail, telephone 800-387-1575 or info@hydrocephalus.ca
Hydrocephalus Canada
Dr. E. Bruce Hendrick Scholarship Program
16 Four Seasons Place, Suite 111
Toronto, Ontario
M9B 6E5
The completed 2018 application must be returned by mail to the address above, along with the following:
The last business day of April yearly (Applications received after this time can not be considered).