Are you looking for an exceptional education opportunity for your child? Ridley College is excited to announce the Anderson Scholarship, a prestigious one-year scholarship for talented American students (like your child).
Eligibility: Open to incoming Grade 9 boarding students who are new to Ridley and are American citizens residing in the United States of America.
Coverage: Full tuition and boarding for one academic year.
Duration: One year, with the possibility of receiving need-based bursaries for subsequent years.
Benefits of the Anderson Scholarship
Full Financial Support: Covers all tuition and boarding costs for one academic year.
Academic Excellence: Join the International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools community that values high academic standards and personal growth.
Diverse Opportunities: Find your fit through our more than 75 co-curricular opportunities in the arts, athletics, leadership and more.
Global Community: Be part of a diverse global student body and our network of over 8,000 alumni across 100 countries.
Why Ridley College?
Ridley is renowned for its commitment to positive education and the development of the whole child. We want our students to "feel good and do good," and our educators intentionally teach the habits of mind, body and spirit so that students are primed for learning and success — now and long after graduation.
We provide students and their parents with a comprehensive, personalized guidance programme beginning in Grade 8. Our team delivers a world-class guidance and university counselling service, ensuring each student finds their perfect match after graduation. Recently, our students have matriculated to several prestigious US schools, including:
Our ten boarding Houses inspire students to lead flourishing lives within a diverse and vibrant community. Every Ridleian, both day and boarding students, belongs to one of our boarding Houses. This structure creates a unique cohesion, fosters deeper friendships and establishes lifelong connections.
Students are supported by a Head of House and Assistant Head of House who live in residences attached to each boarding House, and a team of residence dons and faculty advisors.
Prospective applicants must meet the following criteria:
Apply for entry into Grade 9 as a boarding student.
Demonstrate academic excellence with an 80% or higher GPA over the past two years.
Showcase arts, athletics, leadership or volunteerism talents, and a global mindset.
Visit Ridley's campus in St. Catharines for a tour, event or interview before February 20th, 2026.
The Tuition Assistance and Scholarship Committee will choose the recipient, with the final decision announced by March 1st, 2026. The Director of Enrolment Management and Admissions will notify the successful candidate by phone.
Cooper Brook — Alpharetta, Georgia
Ridley is proud to welcome Cooper Brook from Alpharetta, Georgia, as the latest recipient of the Anderson Scholarship for U.S. students. A passionate student-athlete with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a heart for giving back, Cooper brings a unique blend of drive, curiosity and compassion to our community.
When Cooper first visited Ridley’s campus, he was struck by the warmth of the community and the abundance of resources available to students. “Coming from a public school, it was refreshing to see a place with such incredible facilities,” he says. “The people really surprised me with how kind and accepting they were.”
Cooper’s academic interests lie in social studies and math, but his passions extend far beyond the classroom. A dedicated basketball player, he’s excited to join Ridley’s renowned basketball development programme and immerse himself in a community of like-minded athletes. “Basketball has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember,” he says. “Being surrounded by people who take it seriously and love the game will be amazing.”
Outside of academics and athletics, Cooper is an entrepreneur with a purpose. At just ten years old, after accidentally breaking his computer, he launched a lemonade stand at his local farmer’s market to raise money for a replacement. That small venture grew into a business that has been operating for five years and has since donated over US$10,000 to charity — an achievement that speaks volumes about his initiative and generosity.
As he prepares to begin this exciting new chapter, Cooper is most looking forward to boarding life, building new friendships and pushing himself both academically and athletically. “It’s like going to college four years early,” he says with a smile. “I’m ready for the challenge.”
We’re thrilled to have Cooper join the Ridley family and can’t wait to see the impact he’ll make in the years ahead.
How to Apply
American students applying for Grade 9 entry at Ridley College are asked to submit:
An online application
A 500-word essay
Year-end academic reports for the past two years, as well as all progress reports for the current school year
An Academic Recommendation Form
A Character Recommendation Form
The deadline to apply to be considered for this scholarship, including all of the documentation listed above, is February 20th, 2026.
We know there is nothing like seeing the campus in person; this is why applicants for the Anderson Scholarship must visit Ridley as part of their application.
Our beautiful 90-acre campus has called the Niagara Region home for 135 years. We offer many opportunities to visit us, including on-campus events, tours or your interview as part of your application.
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to provide your child with a world-class education. Apply for the Anderson Scholarship today and become part of the Ridley College family!
