Application-based awards
Review current listings of Concordia awards and those offered by external organizations and foundations.
How to apply for an award
Application-based Scholarships normally open in August with deadlines in October, however there may be new applications throughout the year.
Review the awards listing below to discover awards you can apply to. Select 'Apply Now' to review more details and the application form.
If you meet the requirements, upload an application to your Student Centre.
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Brian T. Counihan Scholarship for Outstanding Contribution to Student Life
This scholarship was established in honour of Brian T. Counihan's contributions to student life over his 25 years as the first Dean of Students of Concordia University. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement combined with outstanding contribution to student life.
Requirements
Nomination by any Faculty or Staff member of the university who is personally familiar with the student. Open to undergraduate or graduate level of study (bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students), not open to independent or visiting students, or those in Graduate Diploma programs.
1,900 (1 award) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full- or part-time |
Dr. Dimitri Elia Bitar Scholarships
Open to new students of all programs who volunteer within the Lebanese community or participate in the Lebanese Student Federation (Tollab).
Requirements
Submit a letter from the community or association detailing their involvement in the Lebanese community or the Lebanese Student Association.
1,000 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and international Students | |
GPA 3.00 | |
Full-time for fall and winter terms |
Garnet Key Entrance Award
This award is open to new undergraduate students whose commitment and spirit towards community involvement and academic excellence reflect the values exemplified by Garnet Key Society.
Requirements
500 (1 award) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time for the fall and winter terms |
Lambda scholarship tuition award
Eligible undergraduate students entering any Concordia faculty full-time in Fall 2022 are invited to nominate themselves for the Lambda Scholarship Tuition Award. The renewable scholarship of $2,500 will be awarded to a new Concordia student with a demonstrated ongoing commitment to LGBTQI2+ activism or community involvement.
Requirements
Applicants must be BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of colour) students as well as those belonging to other groups underrepresented at the university are prioritized and welcome to self-identify
2,500 (renewable) | |
Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students | |
Full-time |
Loyola Foundation Inc. Entrance Scholarship
Open to newly admitted Loyola High School graduates to carry on the tradition and spirit of Loyola College, and recognize its academic excellence.
Requirements
2,000 (1 award) | |
Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time for fall and winter terms |
Queen of Angels Academy Foundation Memorial Award
Open to students who are newly admitted to a bachelor’s program. Applications must either be a Queen of Angels Academy alumna, have been enrolled at the Queen of Angels Academy in 2013-2014, or is a child or grandchild of a Queen of Angels Academy alumna.
Requirements
2,500 (with possible yearly renewal) | |
Newly admitted to a bachelor’s program for Fall 2022 on the basis of completion of CEGEP |
Susan Levin Woods Scholarship
This scholarship is open to female Canadian citizens only, who have demonstrated excellence in her studies.
Applicants must have successfully completed at least thirty (30) credits at Concordia towards their current degree of study (transfer credits from other institutions are excluded).
Requirements
2,000 (1 award) | |
Female Canadian citizens | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full time or part-time studies, following a career path or bringing a family. |
Colours of Concordia Award
Open to full- or part-time students enrolled in a bachelor’s program at Concordia, who has demonstrated initiative in trying to unite people from different cultures (religious, ethnic, sovereign) and who remains committed to promoting cultural integration.
Requirements
2,500 (1 award) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Full- or part-time bachelor's program |
Peter Kruyt Award for Student Leadership and Engagement
The award is intended to reward and encourage undergraduate students who demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, as well as personal engagement and leadership within the Concordia University community and the community at large.
Requirements
2,000 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Enrolled in a bachelor's program |
Economical Insurance Scholarship
The Economical Insurance Scholarships are granted through competition, based on academic merit, to students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Honours or Specialization Actuarial Mathematics, or in the Specialization Actuarial Mathematics/Finance.
Requirements
4,000 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents | |
GPA 3.50 | |
Completed 3 academic terms in their program, and attempted/passed the Associateship Exam from the Society of Actuaries or an equivalent |
Leadership in Environmental Sustainability Shuffle Award
This in-course scholarship is awarded to a high-performing student who is in a sustainability undergraduate program and who demonstrates environmental leadership by participating in an environmental sustainability group on campus.
Requirements
1,500 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 in an Environmental Sustainability program | |
Full- or part-time studies |
Nawaf Al-Rufaie Scholarship in Communication Studies
Open to talented Communication Studies students in their second year or higher who exemplify the characteristics of Nawaf Al-Rufaie, BA Communication Studies 2004.
Requirements
500 (1 award) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time studies for the fall and winter terms |
Pariso Scholarship in Communication Studies
This essay competition scholarship is open to students enrolled in the Communication Studies program, in their second year of studies (or higher).
Requirements
1,250 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time studies for fall and winter terms |
Dr. Ronald Calderisi Scholarship in Biochemistry
This scholarship for Undergraduate students was established in 2006 through the generosity of Dr. Ronald Calderisi and is open to students currently enrolled in the BSc Biochemistry program.
Requirements
4,000 (1 award, renewable) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students (preference to First peoples, Metis and Inuit) | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time in fall and winter terms |
Leonard J Bocarro Science, Engineering and Technology Scholarship
Open to undergraduate students whose passion in the science, engineering and technology disciplines extends to active participation within their community. Applicants must be enrolled in the Faculty of Arts and Science or the Gina Cody School, with at least one year of studies completed.
Requirements
2,000 (1 award, renewable) | |
Quebec residents | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time for fall and winter terms |
Louise Perrier Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is intended for female students in the John Molson School of Business (Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Administration) as well as the Faculty of Arts and Science (Bachelor of Arts – Women’s Studies).
Requirements
1,500 (2 awards) | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time for fall and winter terms |
Robert V. Tucker Memorial Award
Applicants must be enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts with a Specialization in Actuarial Mathematics, or the Bachelor of Science with a Specialization in Actuarial Mathematics/Finance, in their second year of studies (or higher); and demonstrate the intention of pursuing a career in Actuarial Mathematics, a dedicated work ethic, and a willingness to help others in need.
Requirements
1,500 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Full-time for fall and winter terms |
Ryan F. Cianflone Memorial Award
Open to students enrolled in a Bachelor’s program from the Faculty of Arts & Science in their second year (or higher), and who demonstrate commitment and spirit towards sports and student life activities, as exemplified by Ryan Francis Cianflone.
Requirements
2,000 (1 award) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Full-time studies for fall and winter terms |
Samuel Jacobson and Goldie Schacter-Jacobson Award
Established in 2014, the Samuel Jacobson and Goldie Schacter-Jacobson Award recognizes community involvement and encourages full-time students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Psychology or History in their second year (or higher).
Requirements
500 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students |
Vincent, Olga, and Denis Nicolas Diniacopoulos Scholarships
Open to excellent full-time students pursuing undergraduate studies in a Major, Specialization, or Honours, in the area of Mathematics. In addition, the purpose of these scholarships is to encourage students who express and can demonstrate an interest in interdisciplinary studies.
Requirements
3,000 (10 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time for fall and winter terms, with one year completed |
Garnet Menger Award
In memory of noted musician and teacher Garnet Menger, this award is given annually to an outstanding student in any Department of Music program and rewards accomplishment in academic, artistic, and student life activities.
Requirements
2,000 | |
Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents | |
Full- or part-time studies in the Department of Music |
Gregory John Barker Award
Open to undergraduate students in the Department of Music for a demonstrated love of music and a dedication to community through volunteer work.
Requirements
1,000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Full- or part-time studies |
Heather and Erin Walker Humanitarian Award
Offered to undergraduate students enrolled in a Bachelor of Fine Arts, as recommended by the Office of the Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts.
Requirements
1,000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full or part-time studies |
Robert Daniel Ball Memorial Award
Open to undergraduates enrolled full-time in the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Major of Specialization in Music in their third year of studies and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the world in some notable fashion, either by helping others or through overcoming some personal obstacle.
Requirements
1,200 |
Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science Student Life Award
Open to undergraduate students enrolled in the bachelor of Engineering or Computer Science programs.
Requirements
1,000 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 2.70 | |
Full-time studies in fall and winter terms, and 20 degree credits completed |
Jad Saleh Student Life Award in Engineering
Open to students in the bachelor of Engineering or Computer Science who become involved in university student life while maintaining academic excellence.
Requirements
1,000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.0 | |
Full-time in fall and winter terms, with at least one year of studies completed |
Peter Matthews Memorial Scholarship
Open to students currently enrolled in the Computer Science and Software Engineering Department who demonstrate academic excellence in combination with community service.
Requirements
3,500 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time studies |
Leonard J Bocarro Science, Engineering and Technology Scholarship
Open to undergraduate students whose passion in the science, engineering and technology disciplines extends to active participation within their community. Applicants must be enrolled in the Faculty of Arts and Science or the Gina Cody School, with at least one year of studies completed.
Requirements
2,000 (1 award, renewable) | |
Quebec residents | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time for fall and winter terms |
Michael V. Richardson Case Scholarship
Open undergraduate students in John Molson who have completed at least one year and demonstrated outstanding impact and leadership by participating in case competitions during their undergraduate degree at JMSB.
Requirements
1,000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time studies, with at least one year completed, and have competed in case competitions |
CASA Awards
Open to students in the John Molson School of Business’ bachelor of Commerce or Administration programs, in their second year or higher. Not open to CASA Executive members.
Requirements
2,000 (4 awards for FT, renewable), 1,500 (4 awards for PT, renewable) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.00 | |
Full- or part-time studies |
Magnus Flynn Scholarship
Open to students in the John Molson School of Business’ bachelor of Commerce or Administration programs, in their second year or higher.
Requirements
1,200 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time studies |
Louise Perrier Memorial Scholarship
Open to female students in the Bachelor of Commerce, Administration or Women’s Studies program in their second year (or higher).
Requirements
1,500 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time studies in fall and winter terms |
Metro Award
Supports undergraduate students at the John Molson School of Business with a passion for food. Candidates must be involved in volunteerism, have an interest in food production and distribution, and seeking employment or an internship at Metro.
Requirements
2,000 (4 awards, renewable) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Full-time studies |
Enterprise Holdings Award for Student Volunteer
Open to undergraduates in the Management program from John Molson’s School of Business, in their second year of studies (or higher).
Requirements
1,500 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full-time studies, and experience in John Molson Human Resources & Management Association or other JMSB student group |
Quadbridge Scholarship for Women in Business Technology
Open to newly admitted, high achieving female students that are entering the University and pursuing a major in Business Technology Management at the John Molson School of Business.
Requirements
7,500 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.00 | |
Full-time studies |
Brian T. Counihan Scholarship for Outstanding Contribution to Student Life
This scholarship was established in honour of Brian T. Counihan's contributions to student life over his 25 years as the first Dean of Students of Concordia University. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of scholastic achievement combined with outstanding contribution to student life.
Requirements
Nomination by any Faculty or Staff member of the university who is personally familiar with the student. Open to undergraduate or graduate level of study (bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral students),
not open to independent or visiting students, or those in Graduate Diploma programs.
1,900 (1 award) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Full- or part-time |
Garnet Menger Award
In memory of noted musician and teacher Garnet Menger, this award is given annually to an outstanding student in any Department of Music program and rewards accomplishment in academic, artistic, and student life activities.
Requirements
2,000 | |
Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents | |
Full- or part-time studies in the Department of Music |
Peter Kruyt Award for Student Leadership and Engagement
The award is intended to reward and encourage undergraduate students who demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, as well as personal engagement and leadership within the Concordia University community and the community at large.
Requirements
2,000 (2 awards) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Enrolled in a bachelor's program |
External awards
Throughout the year we receive information on scholarships, awards, and bursaries offered by a variety of external organizations, companies and foundations.
Check out the current listings below to see if you are eligible for any of the current postings. Bookmark this page and make it a point to visit often and keep up to date.
External award resources
Available external awards
Abbott Painters Scholarship Program
Requirements
500 | |
Canadian or U.S. resident | |
GPA 2.75 | |
Full-time or part-time |
Ad Standards Scholarship
Ad Standards is a non-profit organization, and the only national independent advertising self-regulatory organization in Canada. Their mission is to ensure advertising in Canada is truthful, fair and accurate.
Requirements
1,500 | |
Undergraduate students studying marketing or advertising | |
Interest in pursuing a career in advertising or marketing |
Alexander Rutherford High School Achievement Scholarship
Recognize and reward academic achievement of senior high school students and encourage them to pursue post-secondary studies.
Requirements
2,500 | |
Canadian citizens, permanent resident of Alberta | |
Full-time |
Allied Van Lines Scholarship
Canadian students across the areas of business, logistics, and similar fields.
Requirements
1,000 (4) | |
Canadian, permanent residents | |
Full-time |
Bourse d’étude « Je Pense Tech»
Dédiée au monde des technologies, la Caisse Desjardins des Technologies de l’Information est une coopérative de services financiers qui appartient au Mouvement Desjardins. Elle est l’institution financière incontournable pour ceux et celles qui contribuent à forger chaque jour le secteur en pleine évolution des technologies.
Requirements
750 (4), 500 (2) | |
Baccalauréat en applications informatiques, en cinéma d’animation, en génie informatique | |
Maîtrise en sciences informatiques |
CAE William G. Belfry Memorial SAE Scholarship
This scholarship program is sponsored by The Canadian Academy of Engineering and the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), through the generous support from friends of the late William G. Belfry. Mr. Belfry was a long-time member, exemplary leader and exceptional engineer within the SAE and its Central Ontario Section. This scholarship was established to honour his passion for life, his leadership skills, and his dedication to the service of others. Applicants will be judged on academic and leadership achievement, essay content, and their intent to pursue a career in mobility engineering. The application must include a recommendation from a previous employer and/or faculty staff member.
Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation Awards
The Canadian Engineering Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce they are ready to receive applications for their 14 undergraduate Ambassador Awards as part of their national program to encourage women to choose a career in engineering. Award values range from $5,000 to $15,000.
Ambassadors are chosen for their ability to make an effective outreach effort to high school students. Academic grades are not a consideration. Applicants must demonstrate extra curricular activity, leadership and communication skills.
Chaney-Ensign Bursary
The Hamilton Community Foundation provides bursaries to students in any subject enrolled in a college, university or institution in Canada or the US, who can demonstrate financial need and who have graduated from a publicly funded secondary school in Hamilton. Undergrad and postgrad students are eligible.
CouponBirds $3,000 Scholarship Program
CouponBirds has launched the "Help to Save" scholarship for high school and college students who need help with their tuition fees.
Requirements
1,500 (1st) | |
1,000 (2nd) | |
500 (3rd) | |
Canadian or U.S. residents |
CSA Group Undergraduate Scholarship
The CSA Group Undergraduate Scholarship supports undergraduate students in the pursuit of novel research related to standards.
Requirements
5,000 per year (16 weeks) from May to August | |
Full-time | |
Enrolled as a second year studednt or higher in an undergraduate degree |
Dean Connor Sun Life Inclusion Scholarships for Black and Indigenous Students
Inclusion Scholarship aims at supporting the Black and Indigenous Communities of Canada. This will help students get financial support, an internship, mentorship, and the possibility to have a full-time employment opportunity upon graduation.
Requirements
5,000 (20) | |
Canadian citizens, permanent residents | |
GPA 2.70 | |
Full-time (final year) |
Foster Children Bursary Program
Requirements
2,000 | |
Previously a foster child with an official Canadian or American foster care program | |
Canadian or American Citizen or Permanent Resident | |
Full-time |
FRQS - Undergraduate Introduction to Research Award 2023-2024
Haywood Hunt scholarship available to all Canadian college and university students.
Requirements
Up to $2,500 per month for a total maximum of $5,000 per internship | |
Hold a health insurance card by the (RAMQ) | |
Between 2 and 6 months, or a maximum of 280 hours |
Haywood Hunt Annual Scholarship
Haywood Hunt scholarship available to all Canadian college and university students.
Requirements
1,000 | |
Canadian resident, permanent residents | |
GPA 2.75 |
Hellenic Scholarships Foundation
Hellenic Scholarships Foundation is pleased announce up to fourteen (14) scholarships to full-time undergraduate students. Thirteen (13) scholarships will be awarded to students of Hellenic descent, and one (1) scholarship to a full-time student whose study discipline encompasses the Hellenic language, history/culture, regardless of ethnic origin.
Requirements
2,000 (13) | |
Hellenic descent | |
Full-time |
2,000 (1) | |
Full-time (Hellenic studies) |
Jelly Academy Marketing Education Scholarship Fund
Each year, Jelly Academy offers two $2500 scholarships for post-secondary students. The scholarships are to be used for by the students for their current studies at their post-secondary institution. Students must be enrolled in an undergraduate program at a Canadian university or college in one of the following fields of study:
Business
Marketing
Communications
Public Relations
Computer Science
Requirements
Two $2,500 scholarships | |
Undergraduate, Graduate or Continuing Studies | |
Interest in pursuing a career in public relations, advertising, or marketing |
Net-Zero / Climate Change
The Nation Building Scholarships Series has been established by the Canadian Academy of Engineering (CAE) in recognition of the important role to be played by engineers in the building of our nation given the technical challenges created by the geographical extent of the country, its low population density and its northern climate. This scholarship series is sponsored by the CAE, through the generous support from the CAE Fellows and the CAE Board.
Northern Infrastructure
The Nation Building Scholarships Series has been established by the Canadian Academy of Engineering (CAE) in recognition of the important role to be played by engineers in the building of our nation given the technical challenges created by the geographical extent of the country, its low population density and its northern climate. This scholarship series is sponsored by the CAE, through the generous support from the CAE members and the CAE Board.
NSERC-USRA
The Undergraduate Student Research Award (USRA) program provides research work experience for students to complement their degree program and encourage them to consider graduate studies and/or a research career.
Award details
8,120 | |
Canadian citizens, permanent residents | |
GPA 3.00 | |
Full-time summer work term |
Precast Concrete Wellness Bench Student Design Competition
The competition is hosted by the CPCI and is intended to challenge both architecture and engineering students to investigate the design and technical opportunities of precast concrete.
Requirements
2,500 (1st) | |
1,500 (2nd) | |
1,000 (3rd) |
RBC Future Launch Scholarship
RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Indigenous Youth across Canada who demonstrate strong academic performance and community involvement.
Requirements
Up to 10,000 (20) | |
Canadian citizens, permanent residents (Students who have Indian status) | |
Full-time |
Savvy New Canadians Financial Literacy Scholarship 2023
The Savvy New Canadians Financial Literacy Scholarship purpose is to increase and improve financial literacy and awareness among students in Canada.
Requirements
1,000 | |
Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international | |
Full-time |
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The British Columbia Francophone Foundation Scholarships
The British Columbia Francophone Foundation (“Foundation”) aims to promote education in French by providing publicly available scholarships and other forms of financial assistance to deserving students. Specifically, these scholarships are offered to students in need from British Columbia who are pursuing post-secondary studies and whose courses are taught in French.
This bursary is intended to encourage graduates of French-language secondary or French-immersion schools in British Columbia to pursue their post-secondary studies in French.
Requirements
3,000 | |
Admitted to a post-secondary program in French in Canada | |
Completed high school in British Columbia and graduated in British Columbia |
The CAE Bruce Aubin SAE Aerospace Design Award
This scholarship program is sponsored by The Canadian Academy of Engineering and the Society of Automotive Engineers, through the generous support of Mr. Bruce R. Aubin, ing, FCAE. Mr. Aubin, retired after 40 years of service with Air Canada. He has been widely recognized in the field of Air Transportation for his initiatives and contribution to the operation of commercial aircraft and the safety of flight. He was instrumental in revising aircraft maintenance procedures which are still used in aircraft certification to-day. He has dedicated over 50 years of service to the advancement of aerospace engineering. He was instrumental in establishing the CAE Scholarship program.
The Cedar and Maple Scholarships
This scholarship program is offered by the Foundation of the Canadian-Lebanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry to Canadian university students of Lebanese origin.
Requirements
Bachelor's ($2,000) / Master's ($3,000) / Doctorate ($4,000) | |
Canadian-Lebanese university students registered at a Quebec University who are Canadian Citizens or permanent Canadian residents and completed one year in their program | |
Academic excellence and financial need |
The Montreal Lakeshore University Women's Club Scholarship
Requirements
2,000 | |
Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada | |
High academic standing | |
Full-time |
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Rogers STEM Scholarship
The Edith Nourse Rogers Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) Scholarship allows eligible Veterans and dependents using the Post-9/11 GI Bill or Fry Scholarship to get added benefits.