Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation Scholarships at Acadia University 2026

The Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation is guided by the value of education in society. With a strong focus on student advancement and scholarship, the foundation supports several prestigious scholarship programs, as well as research and academic programming.

The Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation is committed to empowering the next generation of leaders to create more resilient communities and a more just and sustainable future for all. Together with Irving Oil, the organizations invest in students across Atlantic Canada and beyond and support vital research required in uncovering history or solving challenges facing humankind and protecting our natural environment.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: March 31, 2026
2. Value: $80,000 total ($20,000 per year)
3. Study Level: Undergraduate
4. Sponsor: Acadia University
5. Course to Study: Environmental & Sustainability Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Geoscience, Biology, Community Development, Politics, Philosophy, Business, Chemistry, Engineering, Psychology (environment-related programs)
6. Eligible Country: All countries (Global)

Eligibility Criteria for Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation Scholarships at Acadia University 2026

1. Secondary school graduation with strong academic credential, presenting a minimum cumulative average of 90%;
2. Demonstrated passion for the environment;
3. A history of leadership, community service and extracurricular activities;
4. Selected candidates must be enrolled in a Bachelor’s program at Acadia University.

Benefits of Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation Scholarships at Acadia University 2026

1. $80,000 total funding ($20,000/year for four years).

How to Apply

Each candidate is expected to submit:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• In addition, each candidate should submit a 500-word essay. The essay provides an opportunity to describe both the applicant’s interest in environmental study and the value environmental study has in making a significant difference to the world. Selected candidates will be interviewed by a review panel that will include Acadia University President Jeff Hennessy; Mark Mallory, Professor of Biology and Director of Research at the K.C. Irving Environmental Science Centre; Sarah Hines, Coordinator of the Irving Scholar Program; and the Trustees of the Arthur Irving Foundation.

Please merge all documents into one PDF titled LastnameFirstname_IrvingApplication26.

Applications for scholarship consideration should be addressed to: The Trustees of the Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation and Acadia University c/o Dr. Mark Mallory. Doc

For more information, visit Acadia University Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline

March 31, 2026

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation Scholarships at Acadia University 2026