Faculty of Arts and Science Bursaries and Awards

The following awards and bursaries are available to students in the Faculty of Arts and Science (and students in the Concurrent Education and Bachelor of Physical and Health Education programs).

For most awards, you need to complete only one

application form which is available online through Web Advisor October 1 and must be completed by November 1. These awards are considered "in-course" awards and are applied for once the fall term has begun.

Although in many circumstances it is indicated that an application is not necessary, if financial need is a criterion of the award then eligibility is determined on the basis of whether a student has applied for OSAP, bursary assistance or Ontario Work Study/Nipwork. As part of our commitment to the Student Access Guarantee, bursary assistance may be provided, if warranted, to ensure that tuition and book costs are met.

Note that to be considered for, and to receive the majority of our scholarships, bursaries and awards you must be registered full-time (at least 18 credits).

All Program Majors

Dr. Herbert A. Bruce Chapter IODE Award

Value: $400

Presented to the full-time Nipissing University student in good academic standing deemed most deserving by the Awards Committee. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Canadian Federation of University Women Muskoka Bursary

Value: $400

Presented on the basis of financial need to a part-time, or full-time female student attending Nipissing University's Muskoka Campus in second year or higher. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Ted Chase Award

Value: $800

Established to honour Dr. Ted Chase's dedication, spirit and commitment to education during his 35 years of service at Nipissing University. Presented to a full-time, upper year student registered in the Bachelor of Science (Honours) program who has demonstrated significant, committed involvement to either the arts (music, drama, visual) or athletics (varsity or intramural) while a student at Nipissing University. The recipient must show good academic standing (minimum of 70% overall average) and demonstrate financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Ivan A. and Joy Clysdale Memorial Achievement Award

Value: $625

Presented annually to two full-time Faculty of Arts and Science students who demonstrate hard work and enthusiasm in their classroom. Recipients are selected by the Undergraduate Services and Awards Committee.

Ivan and Joy Clysdale Memorial Bursary

Value: $850

Presented annually to a full-time student in the Faculty of Arts and Science on the basis of financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Evans Bertrand Hill Wheeler Architecture Inc. College Admission Awards

Value: $500

Presented annually to two new full-time Nipissing University students who attended an Ontario CAAT (College of Applied Art and Technology) during the previous academic year. Eligible students are considered based on two factors: 1) a minimum overall B+ average from College, and 2) evidence of financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Billie Doucette Merit Award

Value: $500

Presented annually on the basis of academic merit to a student in the OTT program at Nipissing University who is a graduate of the Early Childhood Education program at Canadore College. Preference will be given to a resident of Northern Ontario. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Margaret Frith Memorial Award

Value: $500

Presented annually to a continuing full-time Faculty of Arts and Science student with a minimum average of 75%. The recipient must demonstrate financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Jack and Mary Ann Jones International Exchange Awards

Value: $250-$1000

Presented to selected students who are participating in international exchange activities through Nipissing University. Recipients must demonstrate financial need. Values depend on length of exchange. Applications are available in the Student Awards & Financial Aid Office.

Muskoka Campus Award

Value: $1,500

Awarded to a full-time, undergraduate student attending the Muskoka Campus, who shows strong leadership skills. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Nipissing University Alumni Association Distinguished Alumnus Award

Value: $500

Presented in honour of a distinguished alumnus each year. It is awarded on the basis of financial need to an upper year student in the Orientation to Teaching Program who has at least an overall "B" average. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Nipissing University Alumni Association Student Life Award

Value: $500

Presented to a second, third, or fourth year, full-time student maintaining a minimum 70% average. The student will have

contributed to one or more of the following categories: on campus clubs, volunteer community services, student government, athletic teams, or active participation in extra-curricular activities. The recipient is selected by the Alumni Association in conjunction with the Financial Aid Administrator and must demonstrate financial need.

Nipissing University Arts and Science Aboriginal Award

Value: $500

Presented annually to a second year full-time Aboriginal student enrolled in an Arts and Science degree program who has a minimum overall average of 75% and demonstrates financial need. Apply on the Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

NUSU (Nipissing University Student Union) Bachelor of Science Award

Value: $500

Awarded to the full-time BSc student with the highest average (minimum 70%) in the first year on five concurrent courses entering second year full-time BSc studies at Nipissing University. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

North Bay Kinette Community Service Award

Value: $350

Presented to a second, third or fourth year student from the North Bay community who exemplifies a volunteer/community service attitude. The recipient must demonstrate financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Ontario International Education Opportunity Scholarships

Value: $2500

Awarded to students participating in Nipissing University's international education program. The Government of Ontario has allocated funding, through the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities’ International Strategy, to create seven Ontario International Education Opportunity Scholarships for students completing part of their academic program abroad. This scholarship provides eligible students with financial support for an eligible period of academic study, work term or co-op placement outside of Canada. To qualify, students must be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident of Canada or a Protected Person who is in good academic standing (overall average of at least 70%). The recipients must demonstrate financial need and must not have received an OIEOS scholarship in the past. Applications may be obtained from the Student Awards and Financial Aid Office. Deadline: June 30.

R.W. Pyper Education Award

Value: $250

Established to honour Mr. Pyper’s dedication, spirit and commitment to education during his 32 year career as a high school teacher. This award is presented annually to an upper year, full-time OTT or Concurrent Education student at Nipissing University with a strong academic standing and demonstrated potential for excelling in the field of education. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Rotary Club of Bracebridge Award

Value: $1000

Presented to a student entering his/her first or second year in any full-time program at Nipissing University's Muskoka Campus. The recipient will have demonstrated a combination of academic merit (70% +) and community involvement through volunteerism. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Royal Bank Technological Studies Award

Value: $1,000

Presented annually to a full-time second, third or fourth year student enrolled in either Computer Science, the Bachelor of Business Administration (Technology Management) program or the Bachelor of Science- Environmental Biology and Technology program with a minimum average of 75%. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Peter Ryback Bursary

Value: $500

Presented on the basis of financial need to a student, studying either full-time or part-time in at least second year at Nipissing University's Muskoka Campus. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Scotiabank Award for Excellence in Technology

Value: $1,000

Presented annually to a full-time second, third or fourth year student enrolled in the Bachelor of Business Administration

(Technology Management) program or the Bachelor of Science- Environmental Biology and Technology program with a minimum average of 70%. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Talon Research Assistantships

Value: $100-$1000

Designed to further strengthen research as part of scholarship at Nipissing University. The awards are presented to selected upper year students enrolled in eligible courses participating in research activities. Values depend on need demonstrated in a budget. Applications are available in the Student Awards & Financial Aid Office and are reviewed on a first come, first served basis. Deadline: January 15.

Tembec Citizenship Awards

Value: $500

Presented to selected students entering second, third or fourth year of Nipissing University with at least an overall "B" average, who are in one or more of the following categories: 1) they display admirable leadership qualities in the community, in student government, or in other student activities, 2) they devote significant efforts to volunteer activities to benefit our community, 3) they actively participate in extra-curricular activities. Selection of the successful candidate is made by the Undergraduate Services and Awards Committee. Nominations will be accepted from the University community until November 30. Recipients must demonstrate financial need.

Computer Science and Mathematics

CIBC Wood Gundy Award in Computer Science

Value: $500

Presented annually to a full-time second, third or fourth year student enrolled in the Computer Science program with a minimum average of 70%. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Nipissing University Alumni Association Computer Science and Mathematics Award

Value: $500

Presented to a full-time student in second, third or fourth year of a Computer Science or Mathematics major (minimum 70%) deemed to be most deserving by the Department. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Owen Ilkyaz Tuncali Award

Value: $800

Presented annually at convocation to a deserving graduating student in the Faculty of Arts and Science with a major in Mathematics who has obtained a high average in his/her major.

Concurrent Education- Brantford

Brant Haldimand Norfold Unit, O.E.C.T.A. Award

Value: $500

Awarded to a graduating student who has taken a religious education course and has done practice teaching in a Brant Haldimand Norfolk C.D. School Board school. The recipient will also have made a significant contribution to the Catholic education community.

Dr. Sandra Reid Award

Value: $300

Awarded to a student graduating from the Concurrent Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Brantford Campus) program who has achieved success despite personal challenges.

Arthur Calbeck Memorial Scholarship

Value: $500

Awarded to a graduating student who demonstrates high academic achievement, and is a resident of the City of Brantford or Brant County.

Cantalini-Williams Family Memorial Award

Value: $500

Awarded to a graduating student (concurrent or consecutive) at the Brantford campus who exemplifies the values of friendship, faith, family, and integrity and characteristics of honesty, diligence and social conscience. The recipient will have been involved in community-building activities at the campus and/or global projects.

Cianfrone Architect Inc. Award

Value: $500

Awarded to a graduating student who has demonstrated high academic achievement and expressed an interest in International experiences in Education.

Elementary Teachers Federation Award of Ontario-Brantford Campus

Value: $500

Awarded to a graduating full-time student from the Concurrent Education Primary/Junior or Junior Intermediate Division who posts a high academic grade in Methods and who was highly successful in all practice teaching placements. Presented to a student who will pursue a career in teaching and ideally register as a member of the Elementary Teachers Federation. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Ferrero Canada Award

Value: $500

Awarded to two graduating students who have demonstrated high academic achievement and a commitment to community involvement.

Grand Valley Educational Society Award

Value: $500

Awarded to a student graduating from the Brantford Concurrent Education program who resides within the geographic boundaries of Brant County or the city of Brantford. The recipient must also demonstrate a strong academic achievement and, preferably, active participation as a volunteer in the local community.

Tim Hortons Community Involvement Award

Value: $500

Awarded to a graduating student who has demonstrated campus and community involvement, and shows pride in the Nipissing University and Brantford communities. The recipient will have also demonstrated extraordinary leadership skills in motivating others to take part in community-based activities.

Millard, Rouse & Rosebrugh Chartered Accountants Award

Value: $500

Awarded to a student graduating from the Brantford Concurrent Education program who has demonstrated academic excellence. The recipient also will have shown a strong dedication to the Concurrent program, an outstanding work ethic, a professional demeanour and a commitment to pursuing a career in the teaching profession.

Retired Teachers of Brantford Award

Value: $500

Presented to a graduating Brantford student who has shown outstanding qualities of scholarship, teaching ability and character.

Adele Sisson Memorial Award

Value: $500

Awarded to a graduating student who demonstrates qualities of citizenship and leadership among the University campus and community.

Teachers Credit Union Co-Operative Spirit Award

Value: 3 at $500

Awarded to three students graduating from the Brantford campus in the following programs: Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate and Master of Education. Recipients exemplify true co-operative spirit by "helping others to help themselves" through the following characteristics: dedicated to the philosophy that "teaching someone to fish is better than giving someone a fish"; promotes and demonstrates collaborative problem solving methods by building consensus and valuing each person's contribution; and rolls up their sleeves and actively participates in constructive, positive relationships in the classroom and in the community. If there are no students graduating from the M.Ed. program in any given year, consideration is also given to an MEd candidate with the highest grade at the time of convocation.

Turfpro Investments Inc. Award

Value: $500

Awarded to a graduating student who has demonstrated academic success and an interest in the performing Arts.

Culture and the Arts

Xerox Canada Award

Value: $1000

Awarded on the basis of academic merit to a full-time student enrolled in the Culture and the Arts program at Muskoka campus.

English

Dr. Robert L. Cassidy Award in English Studies

Value: $750

Awarded annually in June to the graduating student, in third or fourth year English Studies, with an excellent academic record and demonstrated financial need who will be continuing her/his studies at either a faculty of education or a graduate school. The faculty in the English Studies department selects the most deserving applicant. Application deadline: April 1.

Nipissing University Alumni Association English Studies Award

Value: $500

Presented to a second year full-time student with a major in English Studies who excelled in ENGL 1106 and ENGL 1107 in the previous year and who is continuing in full-time studies at Nipissing University. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

That Beautiful Somewhere Creative Writing Award

Value: $300

Established from the proceeds of the screeing of That Beautiful Somewhere, a film based on the novel by Dr. William Plumstead. It is presented to a full-time student majoring in English with a strong academic standing in the Creative Writing: Prose Fiction course (ENGL 3517). The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

George and Carol Valin Award in English Studies

Value: $500

Presented to a full-time, upper year Nipissing University student enrolled in the English Studies program with high academic standing (minimum 75%). The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Dr. George J. Zytaruk Founding President's Award in English Studies

Value: $500

Presented, on the basis of financial need, to a full-time third or fourth year student enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) program with English Studies as a major. The recipient must have a minimum average of 80% in his/her major.

Fine Arts

northbayfilm Award

Value: $1000

Awarded to assist in the education of an upper year student in the Bachelor of Fine Arts program and to stimulate the development of future professional artists. Apply on the Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Osprey Award

Value: $2500

Presented to a full-time student majoring in the Bachelor of Fine Art Program with a strong academic record and demonstrated financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Geography/Environmental

Ken Adams Memorial Award

Value: $500

Sponsored by the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority and is presented to the student in good academic standing in an environmental major who has demonstrated a commitment to the conservation of the local natural environment and who is deemed most deserving by the Geography and Science faculty. The recipient's name is engraved on a plaque which is kept on permanent display at Nipissing University.

Boart Longyear Award in Environmental Geography

Value: $2,500

Given to a returning student pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Environmental Geography. The recipient must be in good academic standing based on courses taken in the previous year as a full-time student at Nipissing and must demonstrate financial need.

David Cybulski Memorial Award

Value: $600

Established in memory of David Cybulski by his friends and family. David was a third year Environmental Science Physical Geography major who co-founded the Environmental Action Committee on campus. This award is presented to an upper year student in the Environmental Science program. Preference will be given to a student in an Environmental Science Physical Geography program who is actively involved in protecting the natural environment. The recipient must show strong academic standing and financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

J. Wesley McNutt Environmental Science Award

Value: $750

Presented to two full-time, upper year environmental science students on the basis of financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Nipissing University Alumni Association Geography Award

Value: $500

Presented to a full-time student in second, third or fourth year of a Geography major (minimum 70%) deemed to be most deserving by the Geography Department. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

History

Stan Michael Lawlor Memorial Award in History

Value: $2000

Established to honour the life of Stan Michael Lawlor. It recognizes his dedication and desire to encourage and promote History studies at the graduate level. It is presented to a deserving, graduating student in History at Nipissing University who plans to puruse graduate History studies in the following year, either through Npissing University or elsewhere. The recipient must demonstrate enthusiasm for history through his/her undergraduate studies at Nipissing University, both inside and outside the classroom. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need. The application may be found on the Student Awards website. Deadline: April 1.

Nipissing University Alumni Association History Award

Value: $500

Presented to a third year full-time student in a History major who has excelled on all History courses completed as a full-time student in first and second year at Nipissing University. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Smith Award

Value: $2,500

Established to honour the lives of Janet Morton and her parents, Bill and Helen Smith and to recognize their dedication to the North Bay community. It strives to encourage dynamic and creative people to become potentially outstanding teachers of history. It is presented to a student in his/her final year of full-time study, majoring in history at Nipissing University, who plans to pursue a Bachelor of Education degree in the following year, either at Nipissing University or at another university. The recipient will demonstrate an enthusiasm for history through his/her studies at Nipissing University, both inside and outside the classroom. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need. The faculty in the History department selects the most deserving applicant. Application deadline: April 15.

James and Edith Stinson Memorial Award

Value: $1,000

Awarded to an upper-year, full-time undergraduate student enrolled in a History major. Preference will be given to a student focusing his/her studies on Canadian History, specifically the history of Canadian transportation. Preference may also be given to a student who intends to pursue graduate studies. The recipient is selected by the department.

Physical Health and Education

North Bay Sports Hall of Fame Award

Value: $1000

Presented annually to a graduate(s) of a North Bay high school; who is (are) currently enrolled in first or second year of the Bachelor of Physical and Health Education Program; who has (have) demonstrated excellence in academics and extracurricular athletics; and who has (have) contributed to the community through volunteerism.

Political Science

Nipissing University Alumni Association Political Science Award

Value: $500

Presented to a full-time student in second, third or fourth year of a Political Science major (minimum 70%) deemed to be most deserving by the Political Science Department. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Psychology

Nipissing University Alumni Association Psychology Award

Value: $500

Presented to a full-time student in second, third, or fourth year of a Psychology major (minimum 70%) deemed to be most deserving by the Psychology Department. Students are nominated by their department. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Sociology

Brooke and Abby Lawlor Award

Value: $750

Awarded annually to a deserving student enrolled in the Honours Sociology program at Nipissing University, who is proceeding from first to second year. The recipient must demonstrate financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Lawlor Award - in Memory of Rev. Brother D.F. Nash

Value: $750

Awarded annually to a deserving student enrolled in the Honours Sociology program at Nipissing University, who is proceeding from second to third year. The recipient must demonstrate financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Lawlor Award - in Memory of Mr. F.M. O'Leary

Value: $750

Awarded annually to a deserving student enrolled in the Honours Sociology program at Nipissing University, who is proceeding from fourth year to graduate school. The recipient must demonstrate financial need. Contact the Financial Aid Office for an application or print one from our website.

Lawlor Award - in Memory of Thomas and Mary Lawlor

Value: $750

Awarded annually to a deserving student enrolled in the Honours Sociology program at Nipissing University, who is proceeding from third to fourth year. The recipient must demonstrate financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. Deadline: November 1.

Nipissing University Alumni Association Sociology Award

Value: $500

Presented to a full-time student in second, third, or fourth year of a Sociology major (minimum 70%) deemed to be most deserving by the Sociology Department. Students are nominated by their department. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

Provincial Chapter of Ontario IODE Award

Value: $500

Presented to a student entering his/her third year of the Bachelor of Arts degree program with a major in Sociology. The recipient must demonstrate financial need. Complete a Web Bursary application available on Web Advisor October 1. A letter of academic reference from a member in Sociology will be required; contact the Student Awards and Financial Aid Office for a copy of the applicable form. Selection is made in consultation with the Department. Deadline: November 1

Disclaimer

Nipissing University assumes liability for the payment of scholarships, bursaries and other awards only to an extent that expected gifts from donors or returns from particular investments of endowed funds are realized. The university reserves the right to make whatever changes circumstances may require, including the amendment of monetary value, selection criteria and the cancellation of particular awards. Information on the current status of any of these may be obtained by contacting the Student Awards and Financial Aid Office. Students who feel their individual circumstances are not being fairly considered when determining eligibility for the aforementioned scholarships, bursaries or awards have the right to submit a written appeal explaining their circumstances to the Undergraduate Services and Awards Committee.