Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards: In-Course

Why Apply?

  • One application covers all Scholarships, Bursaries, and Financial Awards.
  • Only 30 to 60 minutes to complete the application.
  • Reapply every year to maximize your opportunities.
  • Various criteria for different Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards.
  • No need to repay the money awarded.
  • Apply between October 1 to November 1.

Awards Month Application

Scholarships

Provided to support a student's education; awarded on the basis of academic achievement.

Bursaries

Non-repayable financial aid given to students, on the basis of financial need, to assist with the cost of education.

Awards

Awarded to students on a mix of criteria, including extracurricular involvement, academic performance, leadership skills, volunteer work, or other specified experiences.

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Taylor Schell

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."

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Taijon Graham

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.”

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Shaelyn Francis

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."

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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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.​

Have a question?

The easiest and best way to contact us is by emailing finaid@nipissingu.ca.

We are located at F216, and are open Monday to Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm. Feel free to drop by for any questions you may have, no appointment is necessary!

Want to learn more about the scholarships, bursaries and awards that are available?

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.

Awards Month Application

Apply Between October 1 to November 1

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board Computer Science and Math Award

    Award Value $825.00

    Presented to a full-time student on the basis of academic merit (minimum 70%) deemed most deserving by the department of Computer Science and Mathematics. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

    Complete a Awards Month application, available on Web Advisor beginning October 1. Deadline: 4:00 pm November 1.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Faculty of Arts and Science
    Program Computer Science & Mathematics
    Year Upper Year

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board Consecutive Education Award

    Award Value $800.00

    Awarded to a first or second year student maintaining a minumum 70% average in the Consecutive Bachelor of Education degree program (B.Ed.). The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

    Complete a Awards Month application, available on Web Advisor beginning October 1. Deadline: 4:00 pm November 1.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Schulich School of Education
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Upper Year

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board Criminal Justice Award

    Award Value $825.00

    Presented to a full-time student in at least second year of the Bachelor of Arts (Criminal Justice) program on the basis of academic merit (minimum 70%) deemed most deserving by the Department of Criminal Justice. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and must be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Faculty of Education and Professional Studies
    Program Criminal Justice
    Year Upper Year

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board Distinguished Alumnus Award

    Award Value $825.00

    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 Concurrent Education Program who has at least a minimum 70% average. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

    Complete a Awards Month application, available on Web Advisor beginning October 1. Deadline: 4:00 pm November 1.

    Award Type Award
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Upper Year

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board English Studies Award

    Award Value $825.00

    Presented to a second, third or fourth year full-time student as an English Studies major with a minimum 70% average. The recipient must also demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Faculty of Arts and Science
    Program English
    Year Upper Year

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board Geography Award

    Award Value $825.00

    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 also demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Faculty of Arts and Science
    Program Geography/Environmental Science
    Year Upper Year

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board Graduate Studies Award

    Award Value $800.00

    Awarded to a full time student maintaining a minimum 70% average in the School of Graduate Studies. The recipient must demonstrate financial need.

    Complete a Awards Month application, available on Web Advisor beginning October 1. Deadline: 4:00 pm November 1.

    Award Type Award
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Graduate

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board History Award

    Award Value $825.00

    Presented to a second, third or fourth year full-time student of a History major on the basis of academic merit (minimum 70% average). The recipient must also demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Faculty of Arts and Science
    Program History
    Year Upper Year

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board Mature or Transfer Student Award

    Award Value $800.00

    Awarded to an undergraduate Mature (no previous post-secondary) student or a transfer student who registers in a full time undergraduate studies program at Nipissing in a first degree program. It is awarded on the basis of financial need (for Mature Students) and full time academic performance in the most recent year of post-secondary studies (for Transfer students). Studies must have been undertaken in an academic program at an accredited Community College or University. It is not necessary that transfer students have completed their prior post-secondary studies. 

    Complete a Awards Month application, available on Web Advisor beginning October 1. Deadline: 4:00 pm November 1.

    Award Type Award
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Upper Year

  • Nipissing University Alumni Advisory Board Nursing Award

    Award Value $825.00

    Presented to a full-time student in at least second year of the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) program on the basis of academic merit (minimum 70%) who is deemed most deserving by the Department of Nursing. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and must be a resident of Ontario, as defined by OSAP.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Faculty of Education and Professional Studies
    Program Nursing
    Year Upper Year