Nipissing University assumes liability for the payment of scholarships, bursaries and other awards only to the 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 or by visiting the Nipissing University website at www.nipissingu.ca/studentfinancialservices.
Students who feel that their individual circumstances are not being fairly considered when determining eligibility for the aforementioned scholarships, bursaries and awards have the right to submit a written appeal explaining their circumstances to the Undergraduate Services and Awards Committee.
Provided to support a student's education; awarded on the basis of academic achievement.
Non-repayable financial aid given to students, on the basis of financial need, to assist with the cost of education.
Awarded to students on a mix of criteria, including extracurricular involvement, academic performance, leadership skills, volunteer work, or other specified experiences.
Bachelor of Physical & Health Education
M.E. Follis University Founders' Athletics Award
"I'm extremely honoured to have received this award and feel grateful that donors are able to support student athletes such as myself, to pursue further education while competing in our sport at the highest level and representing Nipissing University."
Bachelor of Business Administration
M.E. Follis University Founders' Athletics Award
“It definitely came at a time where I really needed [the extra financial support] and I was really grateful to have the opportunity to win the award.”
Master of Science in Kinesiology
The NoahStrong Athletic Award
“I was very honoured to receive [the Noah Strong Athletic Award] for myself knowing all the affirmations that Noah followed that I [want to as well] in my daily life as an athlete and a as a student."
You can apply for all available scholarships, bursaries, and awards through a single application form, which takes about 30 to 60 minutes to complete.
Yes, you can reapply each year to increase your chances of receiving financial support.
Each scholarship, bursary, and award has different criteria, which may include academic performance, financial need, extracurricular involvement, leadership, or volunteer work.
No, the funds you receive through scholarships, bursaries, and awards do not need to be repaid.
The application period is from 1 October till 1 November, each year.
Yes, previous recipients are encouraged to reapply each year.
You may still qualify for some scholarships, bursaries, or awards, as different opportunities have different criteria. Apply anyway to see what you might be eligible for.
Use the search tool below - but remember, there's no need to apply for individual awards.
Simply submit one application and you'll be automatically considered for all of the awards you're eligible for.
Established in memory of Jeremy MacDonald, this award is presented to a mature student enrolled in either a History or Political Science major. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.
Presented to a full-time student on the basis of academic merit (minimum 70%) deemed most deserving by the department of Political Science. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.
Nipissing University sits on the territory of Nipissing First Nation, the territory of the Anishnabek, within lands protected by the Robinson Huron Treaty of 1850.
We are grateful to be able to live and learn on these lands with all our relations.
