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Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship
Scholarship for BC transfer students
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program offers a $5,000 scholarship to help students complete their education in British Columbia. It supports undergraduate transfer students moving between BC public post-secondary institutions to finish their current program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Transfer to another BC public post-secondary institution to complete an existing program.
Documents Needed
- Unofficial transcripts.
- Reference form submitted by a chosen reference.
- Updated transcript, if required to confirm completed credits.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Undergraduate students.
- Students at BC public post-secondary institutions.
- Students transferring between BC public post-secondary institutions.
Who is not eligible
- Students transferring to a private post-secondary institution.
- Part-time students, unless granted a medical or disability exemption.
- Students transferring to start a new program in a different field.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission through the Society’s online system.
- Applicants must complete the eligibility assessment before the form can be submitted.
- The application is not complete until the reference form is submitted.
- Late applications are not considered.
Additional information
- Awards are issued annually by the BC Scholarship Society.
- Applications are currently closed.
- Applications are expected to reopen in February 2027.
- Late applications are not considered.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship Program
What is the Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship?
This program offers a $5,000 scholarship to help students complete their education in British Columbia. It supports undergraduate transfer students moving between BC public post-secondary institutions to finish their current program.
How much funding can be received?
Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship program, you must:
Canadian citizen or permanent resident in Canada.
Full-time student at a BC public institution.
Transferring to complete the current program.
What expenses are eligible under Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship?
Transfer to another BC public post-secondary institution to complete an existing program.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship?
You can contact Irving K. Barber BC Scholarship Society (BCSS) by email at info@bcscholarshipsociety.ca.
Where is the Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship available?
The Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ike Barber Transfer Scholarship is a Grant and Funding