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Loran Award

A national award for character and service worth about $150,000 over four years. Applications for 2027 close October 15, 2026 at 9 a.m. Pacific.

Last checked October 4, 2026 against the official page

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What do I need to do?

Apply online at loranscholar.ca by October 15 (9 a.m. PT)

Who acts
Student
Preparation
Significant preparation Essays and references; start in the summer before Grade 12
Eligible grades
Grades 11–12
Format
Online application with short answers, short essays and two timed videos, plus one referee. Selected students have online interviews, then national interviews in Toronto.
Cost
Free to apply.
Official site
loranscholar.ca

Key dates

  • ConfirmedApplication and reference deadline (noon ET / 9 a.m. PT)Thu, October 15, 2026
  • ExpectedSemi-final interviews (online) for selected applicantsAfter the deadline; at least a week's notice
  • ConfirmedNational interviews in Toronto (February 18–21)Thu, February 18, 2027

Confirmed official date · Expected based on last year · Not announced yet

What it is

The Loran Award looks at character, service and leadership, not only marks. It is renewable for four years at one of 25 Canadian partner universities, including UBC.

Scholars get a full tuition waiver, a $12,000 yearly stipend, summer program funding and a mentor. The foundation values the award at about $150,000.

Applicants who reach the later rounds can also win one-time awards: up to 54 finalist awards of $6,000 and up to 70 provincial awards of $3,000.

To apply for 2027 entry, students must be starting university for the first time in September 2027, have at least an 88% cumulative average, be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, and be born between January 1, 2005 and September 1, 2011.

Grade 11 families: the deadline comes about six weeks into Grade 12, so plan over the summer before.

A good fit if: Grade 12 students with a record of service, leadership or taking initiative, and at least an 88% average.

How to register

  1. Apply at apply.loranscholar.ca. Applications opened September 9, 2026.
  2. Upload an official transcript or marks summary from the school, board or ministry. Report cards are not accepted. Ask the school early.
  3. Enter a referee (teacher, coach, employer or community leader, not family) as soon as possible. Their form must also be in by the deadline.
  4. The deadline is October 15, 2026 at noon Eastern (9 a.m. Pacific). Late applications are not accepted.

How to prepare

  • Read 'How Loran is different' on the foundation's site and watch a webinar.
  • Video answers are timed and can't be redone. Submit the written part a few days early so there is time for the videos.

For grade-by-grade options see Grade 11, Grade 12.

Common questions

When is the Loran Award deadline?

For students entering university in 2027, October 15, 2026 at noon Eastern time (9 a.m. Pacific). Late applications are not accepted.

How much is the Loran Award worth?

About $150,000 over four years: a full tuition waiver, a $12,000 yearly stipend and summer program funding. Finalists who don't win can get $6,000 or $3,000 awards.

Does my child need a school nomination for Loran?

No. Students apply themselves online with one referee and an official transcript.

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Applying to BC universities in Grade 12 (UBC, SFU, UVic)

Grade 12 students apply to UBC, SFU and UVic through EducationPlannerBC from early October. UBC closes January 15, 2027 (December 1 for its major scholarships); SFU and UVic close January 31.

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Sources

Last checked October 4, 2026. Dates can change, so always confirm with the organizer.