Rural Learner Support Grant

The Rural Learner Support Grant provides financial assistance to Red Deer Polytechnic students attending regional campuses in rural Alberta communities. This award is designed to support learners who choose to study at one of the institution's regional campus locations in Camrose, Rocky Mountain House, Stettler, Ponoka, or Drumheller during the current academic year. The grant offers 31 awards of $1500 each to eligible students. Preference is given to students enrolled in either the Practical Nurse Diploma or Health Care Aide Certificate programs, reflecting the institution's commitment to supporting healthcare education in rural communities. Selection is based on demonstrated financial need. Students are automatically considered for this grant upon completion of the General Application through the Red Deer Polytechnic scholarships portal. The application deadline varies depending on when students will be entering studies at a regional campus, and applicants should confirm their specific deadline on the institution's awards and scholarships page.