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.
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.

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."

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.”

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.
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.
Apply Between October 1 to November 1
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Governor General's Academic Silver Medal
Award Value $0.00Awarded for academic excellence to the student graduating from a three-year or four-year bachelor degree program in the Faculty of Arts and Science with the highest academic standing.
Award Type ScholarshipFaculty Faculty of Arts and ScienceProgram Multi-DisciplinesYear Graduating -
Greg Kotsilidis Memorial Award
Award Value $1,225.00Presented to a deserving graduating full-time Bachelor of Education student who achieved a high average in the visual arts course (Intermediate or Senior) and who demonstrated a commitment to encouraging the value of art in education. Students are nominated by the Faculty. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.
Award Type AwardFaculty Schulich School of EducationProgram Multi-DisciplinesYear Graduating -
Ina Hutchison Memorial Scholarship
Award Value $1,100.00Awarded to a full-time student entering third or fourth year of a Geography major with a minimum sessional average of 80% on 30 credits taken in the fall/winter session of second year. The recipient is selected by the Geography department. The recipient must demonstrate financial need and be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP.
Award Type AwardFaculty Faculty of Arts and ScienceProgram Geography/Environmental ScienceYear Upper Year -
Indigenous Student Bursary
Award Value VariableProvided, through funding from the provincial government, to Indigenous students on the basis of financial need. Students must be Ontario residents, as defined by OSAP.
Complete the APSET bursary application available on the Student Financial Services website. Deadline: 4:00 pm November 1.
Award Type BursaryProgram Multi-DisciplinesYear Any -
Indigenous Student Technology Award
Award Value $500.00Presented to a student who self-identifies as Indigenous and requires tech hardware such as a laptop or tablet to aid them in their studies. The student must also demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to a student in a graduate studies program or a student in their 3rd or 4th year in an undergraduate program.
Complete the application found in the "forms and applications" section of the Student Financial Services Website.
Award Type AwardProgram Multi-DisciplinesYear Graduate -
International Student Bursary
Award Value VariableAwarded to international students studying full-time in a undergraduate degree program at Nipissing University in at least their second year of study who demonstrate financial need.
Complete a Awards Month application, available on Web Advisor beginning October 1. Deadline: 4:00 pm November 1.
Award Type BursaryProgram Multi-DisciplinesYear Upper Year -
Ishwariya Ramakrishnan Award
Award Value $500.00Awarded to a full-time Nipissing University student pursuing a business degree or diploma. The recipient must have a minimum of 75% average and a Record of Student Development with the Office of Student Development Services. The recipient must demonstrate a commitment to volunteerism and on-campus community involvement.
Complete a Awards Month application, available on Web Advisor beginning October 1. Deadline: 4:00 pm November 1.
Award Type AwardFaculty Faculty of Education and Professional StudiesProgram BusinessYear Any -
Ivan A. and Joy Clysdale Memorial Achievement Award
Award Value $800.00Presented annually to two full-time undergraduate students (not including Consecutive Education students) who demonstrate hard work and enthusiasm in their classroom. Recipients are selected by the Undergraduate Services and Awards Committee based on nominations collected from the Nipissing University community and must demonstrate financial need and be residents of Ontario as defined by OSAP.
Award Type AwardProgram Multi-DisciplinesYear Upper Year -
Ivan and Joy Clysdale Memorial Bursary
Award Value $750.00Presented annually to a full-time student in the Faculty of Arts and Science 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 BursaryFaculty Faculty of Arts and ScienceProgram Multi-DisciplinesYear Upper Year -
J. Wesley McNutt Environmental Science Award
Award Value $850.00Presented to two full-time, upper year environmental science students on the basis of financial need. 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 BursaryFaculty Faculty of Arts and ScienceProgram Geography/Environmental ScienceYear Upper Year