Any male of female student who is currently playing rugby in Canada:

1. Between 17 to 21years of age as of the end of September of the year in which the scholarship is granted;
2. Enrolled in a full-time degree (graduate or undergraduate), diploma or certificate program at a Canadian college or university for the academic year commencing in the year in which the scholarship is granted.  Students commencing their studies in the Fall are eligible.

General Guidelines:

1. Unsuccessful applicants may reapply in a subsequent year.
2. Successful recipients may not apply again.
3. The scholarship is conditional upon the acceptance and continuance in the educational program of the applicant's choice. Verification of acceptance will be required.
4. Applications must be mailed or couriered. Faxes or e-mails will not be accepted.
5. The award recipient must agree to have her name and photograph publicized.  He or she must be prepared to promote the scholarship as requested.

Selection Criteria:

1. Must be actively playing the sport and demonstrate that they plan on staying active in the game.
2. Strong academic achievement.
3. Recognized contribution to the local and rugby communities.

Application Requirements:

1. A completed application form;
2. A letter, not more than 250 words, describing the reasons why you would be a worthy recipient of the Thomas Family Scholarship. Include your contributions to the rugby community, other volunteer activities, your academic achievements, your most important accomplishments and your future goals;
3. Two letters of reference from the two individuals named in your application. One must be from someone involved in the sport of rugby;
4. An electronic photograph submitted on a disc with the application package or e-mailed to mrj@canadianrugbyfoundation.ca.  We would prefer if the applicant is wearing a rugby jersey in the photo but that is not required (once submitted the photo will be the property of the Canadian Rugby Foundation).