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Scholarships

Offer subsidies to future professional women in IT to ease the financial burden of education fees.

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The objective is to provide financial support to women undertaking studies in IT.

We aim to offer various amounts to cover the cost of studies and provide the possibility of a paid internship or summer job.

Our offer extends to women of all ages wishing to start or continue studies in the IT field, as well as to newcomers to Canada wishing to obtain an equivalence for an IT diploma obtained abroad.

Please apply for a FORTES scholarship to propel your career in IT.

Scholarships

Prerequisites

  • Be accepted into one of the subsidized programs.
  • Apply for a full-time program.
  • Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Quebec.
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How to apply

  • We offer various amounts to cover the cost of studies.
  • The possibility of a paid internship or summer job (separate application).
  • Our offer extends to women of all ages wishing to start or continue studies in the IT field.
  • Newcomers to Canada wishing to obtain an equivalence of an IT diploma obtained abroad.

Apply for a FORTES scholarship to propel your career in IT.

Selection criteria
  • Be accepted into one of the subsidized programs*
  • Apply for a full-time program
  • Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Quebec
Process
  1. Acceptance by the college institution
  2. Sending a cover letter (70%)
    Expectations: How are your experiences and goals leading you into the technology field.
    Talk about your interest in technology, your problem-solving skills, your adaptability, and your aspirations.
    How does your passion align with the industry?
    How do you see your future?
    Describe a project that challenged you.
    What was the outcome and how did it drive your passion for this field?
    What are the challenges or opportunities in the technology sector today?
    What impact do you wish to have on the tech industry?
  3. Sending a letter of recommendation (30%)
    A letter of recommendation from a past professor or employer.

Participating programs

Career Program at John Abbott

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