Doyon Foundation Scholarships 

As the private foundation for Doyon, Limited, Doyon Foundation supports the educational and cultural needs of Doyon’s shareholders and their children. We offer four different types of scholarships to meet the needs of our diverse students: Competitive scholarships, part-time and full-time awards, high school awards and career & technical awards. In 2024, we awarded $2 million to 469 students.  

Make sure you are eligible for a Doyon Foundation scholarship before you create an account and apply. Scholarship eligibility requirements are detailed below. 
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Doyon Foundation Scholarships

As Doyon, Limited’s private foundation, Doyon Foundation serves the educational and cultural needs of Doyon’s shareholders and their children. Since inception in 1989, we have awarded more than $16.7 million to 18,215 students.

 Make sure you are eligible for a Doyon Foundation scholarship before you create an account and apply. Scholarship eligibility requirements are detailed below.
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Which scholarship is best for me?

Click on which option applies to you to see which scholarship is best for you.
High school student

High school students taking college credits can apply for up to $1,000 a year in funding through our high school awards. These scholarships are accepted and awarded year-round. Click the tile to learn more! 

High school award
Seeking a degree

Are you working on a degree? We have three opportunities to fit your funding needs. Part-time, Full-time and competitive awards are awarded 3 times a year and deadlines are as follows: 

  • May 15: For fall semester funding 
  • November 15: For spring semester funding 
  • March 15: For summer semester funding 

Click the tile to learn more about each scholarship! 

Not seeking a degree

Are you interested in non-traditional schooling? Non-degree-seeking programs cover a wide range of areas, including real estate, leadership, CDL, maritime, continuing education and much more. These kinds of programs include certifications, trainings, licenses and even testing fees for the LSAT, MCAT, GRE and GMAT. Click the tile to learn more! Please note, we do not fund personal growth or professional development. 

Career & technical award

Eligibility 

To be eligible for a Doyon Foundation scholarship, applicants must:

  • Be a Doyon, Limited shareholder or be the child of a shareholder (descendant). If the applicant is not a shareholder, but is a descendant, a certified (notarized) copy of an original birth certificate is required for verification. Gifted or inherited shares do not qualify an individual for scholarship eligibility.
  • Be accepted to an accredited college, university, technical or vocational school.
  • Maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 for undergraduates, 3.0 for graduates or masters, and 3.25 for specialists or doctorates.
  • Be enrolled in 12 or more credits (undergraduates), or 9 or more credits (graduates) to be considered full-time students.
  • Be enrolled in 3 to 11 credits (undergraduates), or 2 to 8 credits (graduates) to be considered part-time students.

For detailed information on available scholarships, eligibility and the application process, please review our scholarship resource handbook.

Scholarship Life-time Limits

Students are eligible to receive up to the following total award amounts during their academic career:

  • Undergraduate: $25,000
  • Master’s: $36,000
  • Doctorate: $49,000
  • Non-Degree-Seeking: $25,000

student etiquette

We are proud to support our students in their educational journeys and are committed to providing excellent service to each of you. As we continue working together to ensure a positive experience for all students, we would like to remind everyone of the importance of professional and respectful communication when contacting Doyon Foundation.

Our team works diligently to process scholarships, respond to questions, and provide resources that help students succeed. To maintain a positive and productive environment for both students and staff, please keep the following etiquette guidelines in mind when communicating with the scholarship team:

We value our students and want each interaction to reflect the respect, integrity, and professionalism that define our community. By following these guidelines, we can ensure an efficient process and a positive experience for everyone. Thank you for your continued cooperation and for representing Doyon Foundation with pride and professionalism.

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