Scholarships and Bursaries

Who doesn’t like free money, especially when you’re a student? One of the best ways to help pay for school is to apply for scholarships and bursaries. These awards are provided to students to help finance their university education, and are not required to be repaid. Scholarships and bursaries are awarded by the university you attend and also by external organizations.

Selection criteria for scholarships and bursaries can be very different. Scholarships tend to be awarded according to academic achievement, and are based on grades from high school and university. Bursaries are generally awarded to students with financial need. Many universities provide entrance scholarships to students exiting high school, so make sure you consult your university to see if you qualify for one of these awards. There are a large number of organizations, community groups, individuals, and companies that also provide scholarships and bursaries for students. Research potential sources of awards and take advantage of this great opportunity for funding!

Check out the following for possible scholarship and bursary opportunities:
- your employer
- your parent’s employer
- your banking or financial institution
- community groups or organizations

Visit the sites below for more information about awards at NSAC and also those offered by organizations and individuals outside NSAC:

NSAC Scholarships and Awards
NSAC has a well-deserved reputation for providing excellent scholarship and bursary opportunities for students. Each year, NSAC provides upwards of $1 000 000 in awards, and over two-thirds of NSAC’s student population benefits from these awards. Please visit NSAC's Awards Office to review scholarships and bursaries, including the criteria, funding amount, and deadline for each scholarship. We encourage you to apply for as many as possible, as some scholarships may have few applicants.

External Scholarships and Awards
Do not limit yourself to awards at NSAC. Search beyond to find scholarships and bursaries awarded by companies and organizations interested in helping you finance your education. NSAC's Awards Office provides extensive links to outside organizations providing university scholaships. Check them out - and apply to as many as possible. You never know who is waiting to help you fund your education!

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