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

  • Paul Nelson Memorial Award

    Award Value $725.00

    Recognizes a third year Bachelor of Physical and Health Education student who has developed an exemplary Coaching Philosophy in PHED 3016 - Coaching. The recipient will have clearly identified and provided the basis for his or her philosophy of coaching. In addition, the philosophy must display richness and perceptiveness.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Schulich School of Education
    Program Physical & Health Education
    Year Upper Year

  • Peter Ryback Bursary

    Award Value $500.00

    Presented to a Bachelor of Education student in his/her second year on the basis of financial need. The recipient must also 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 Bursary
    Faculty Schulich School of Education
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Upper Year

  • Phyllis Kathleen Hart Memorial Bursary

    Award Value $500.00

    Awarded on the basis of financial need to Indigenous Nipissing University students. Values are variable depending on need with a minimum award of $500. The recipients must also be residents 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 Bursary
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Upper Year

  • Positive Impact Award

    Award Value $1,000.00

    Has a staff or faculty member made a difference in your life as a student? Perhaps someone's
    expertise, support, or kindness has made all the difference to your success, or maybe they just made
    you smile. This award is your opportunity to recognize the value and positive impact of a staff or
    faculty member by saying Thank You and let them know that they made a positive impact on your life
    here at Nipissing and that what they do matters.

    To qualify for the Positive Impact Award, students must write a heartfelt impact statement on how a
    faculty or staff member has enriched either their life or enriched the Nipissing University community. The award is open to all Nipissing University students, recipients are selected by committee based on their submitted statement. Application required

    Award Type Award
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Any

  • Power Financial Corporation Bursary

    Award Value $1,125.00

    Presented annually to a full-time Nipissing University student on the basis of financial need. The recipient must also 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 Bursary
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Upper Year

  • President's Gold Medal

    Award Value $500.00

    A medal, and $500, is awarded to the students graduating with the highest academic average in all courses in each degree program. Students in a four-year program must have earned a minimum of 90 credits at Nipissing University and have a minimum overall average of 80%. Students in a three-year program must have earned a minimum of 60 credits and a minimum overall average of 80%. A President's Gold Medal cannot be held simultaneously with a J.W. Trusler Proficiency Award.

    Award Type Scholarship
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Graduating

  • Provincial Chapter of Ontario IODE Award

    Award Value $575.00

    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 Awards Month 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: 4:00 pm November 1

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

  • Ptarmigan Mining Award

    Award Value $4,400.00

    Presented to two full-time students who have been employed within the mining sector or who are the children of a mining sector employee. The recipients must have a strong academic record (minimum 75%), demonstrate involvement in extra-curricular activities and financial need. Past recipients of the award may reapply for a second award. The recipient must also be an Ontario resident as defined by OSAP.   The recipient must also be an Ontario resident as defined by OSAP.

    Complete a Nipissing University Application for Entrance Awards, available on our website in early March. Deadline: May 1.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Faculty of Arts and Science
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Entrance

  • Robert and Ann Parsons Northern Scholar Award

    Award Value $3,400.00

    Designed to encourage North Bay and surrounding community high school students to study at Nipissing University. This award is presented to a full-time student entering the first year of a Bachelor of Arts (three year general, three year liberal or four year honours) degree at Nipissing University with a solid academic standing (minimum 75%). This award aims to recognize students who exemplify excellence among their peers in terms of academics, extra-curricular involvement and citizenship. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.

    Complete a Nipissing University Application for Entrance Awards, available on our website in early March. Deadline: May 1.

    Award Type Award
    Faculty Faculty of Arts and Science
    Program Multi-Disciplines
    Year Entrance

  • Robert and Louella Surtees Scholarship

    Award Value $450.00

    Awarded to a student enrolled in the full-time Bachelor of Education program who graduated from Nipissing University (minimum 70%) in the previous year, with History or English as a major. Students in the final year of the Concurrent Education program with History or English as a major are also considered.

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