Co-op Awards

The Co-op Awards recognize outstanding Co-op students who have demonstrated exceptional performance, dedication, and contribution in their Co-op roles. These awards celebrate the achievements of students who have excelled in applying their academic knowledge to real-world work experiences, making significant impacts in their workplaces, and showcasing professional growth.

Applications are closed. Award winners will be notified by Student Awards and Financial Assistance in Spring 2025.

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KPU Co-operative Education Achievement Award

Recognizes outstanding Co-op students who have demonstrated exceptional performance, dedication, and contribution in their Co-op roles.

Amount: 1 award of $1,000

Programs Eligible: All Co-op programs

Criteria:

  • Community and workplace contribution
  • Academic achievement
  • Workplace growth
  • CGPA of 3.00 or greater

Melville School of Business Co-op Awards

Awarded to Melville School of Business students enrolled in Co-operative Education programs.

Amount: 11 awards of $1,000 each

Programs Eligible: All Business Co-op programs

  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Leadership
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Management
  • Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology
  • Marketing Management Diploma
  • Computer Information Systems Diploma
  • Public Relations Diploma
  • Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting
  • Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Human Resources Management
  • Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Operations Supply Chain Management

Disclaimer: We aim to award one scholarship per program. If there are no suitable applicants from a program, the award may be given to a qualified student from another eligible program.

Criteria:

  • Community and workplace contribution
  • Academic achievement
  • Workplace growth

Bill and Benita Francis Award

Created to support a Business student enrolled in a Co-op program, honoring the values of hard work and education.

Amount: 1 award of $1,000

Programs Eligible: All Business Co-op Programs

Criteria:

  • CGPA of 2.50 or greater
  • Enrolled full-time (minimum nine credits)
  • Successfully completed a work term
  • Preference given to a student who has overcome academic or personal challenges

EC Managed IT Co-op Award

Aims to support KPU Co-op students, especially females in KPU's Co-op IT programs, and highlight Managed Service Providers as a career choice for IT students.

Amount: 1 award of $1,000

Programs Eligible: Bachelor of Technology in Information Technology or Computer Information Systems Diploma Co-op programs

Criteria:

  • CGPA of 3.0 or greater
  • Preference given to female students

To be considered for these awards, your application must include one (1) supporting document (preferably in the form of a reference letter) from a supervisor or mentor from your Co-op work term(s) mentioned in your responses. The letter should address your contributions, growth, work ethic, and ability to overcome challenges. Additional letters or supporting documents from instructors, volunteer coordinators, or other relevant individuals are welcome but not required.

The selection committee considers previous award winners to ensure as many students as possible have the opportunity to receive an award.