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 mid-October with deadlines in November, 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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Special funding for out-of-province students to help offset tuition increases
Up to $4,000 for undergraduate programs.
Up to $15,000 for graduate programs.
View scholarships & awards by faculty
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 |
The Donald L. Boisvert and Gaston Lamontagne Scholarship for Gay and Lesbian Studies
This scholarship was created in 2002 through the generosity of Dr. Donald L. Boisvert, during his tenure as Concordia University Dean of Students. Valued at $2000.00, the Donald L. Boisvert Scholarship for Gay and Lesbian Studies is open to Undergraduate or Graduate students at Concordia University, and will be awarded on an annual basis, when merited, to a student pursuing academic work in gay and lesbian studies, or who is involved, as an activist, in gay and lesbian issues. Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.30 and must have completed at least one year of study at Concordia University in addition to meeting the other requirements described below.
Requirements
2,000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
GPA 3.30 | |
Completed one year of study at Concordia |
CIBC Entrance Scholarships in Engineering
Starting in 2023-2024, CIBC has donated to provide funds for EDI student scholarships for the Gina Cody School of Engineering & Computer Science.
The CIBC Scholarships at Concordia will further the strategy to support a more diverse student body and future workforce within specific areas of engineering and computer science.
Requirements
5,000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Applicants must belong or identify with, one of the following groups: BIPOC, LGBTQ+, female, or disabled | |
First year of a full-time studies. |
Canadian-Ukraine Foundation (CUF)
The CUF Bursary Fund for Displaced Post-Secondary Ukrainian Students will provide financial assistance to displaced Ukrainians enrolled in Canadian post-secondary learning institutions.
An initial $300,000 contribution by the Canada-Ukraine Foundation to the CUF Bursary Fund will allow for 60 successful applicants to be awarded $5,000 each toward their post-secondary costs.
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
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 2024
Allied Van Lines is proud to be offering qualifying Canadian students and chance to apply for our new scholarship, which is intended for students across the areas of business, logistics, and similar fields. Four qualified candidates will be selected to receive an award amount of $1,000 each. Read ahead to find out how you can enter!
Requirements
1,000 (4) | |
Canadian citizens or permanent resident | |
Full-time |
BridgesEDU Scholarship
The BridgesEDU $1,000 Scholarship for Canadian Students is designed to help one winning applicant pay for education costs.
Requirements
1,000 | |
Canadian citizens, permanent resident and International students | |
Full-time |
Canadian-Ukraine Foundation (CUF)
The CUF Bursary Fund for Displaced Post-Secondary Ukrainian Students will provide financial assistance to displaced Ukrainians enrolled in Canadian post-secondary learning institutions.
An initial $300,000 contribution by the Canada-Ukraine Foundation to the CUF Bursary Fund will allow for 60 successful applicants to be awarded $5,000 each toward their post-secondary costs.
David Davis Memorial Bursary
Provides bursaries to students who can demonstrate financial need and who are enrolled in a music program at a college, university or institution in Canada, the US or abroad. Undergrad and postgrad students are eligible.
Requirements
Canadian citizen or permanent resident |
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 |
Forces AVENIR
Forces AVENIR aims to recognize, honour and promote the engagement of students in projects that contribute to the development of socially conscious, responsible, active and persevering citizens who are both dedicated to their community and open to the world.
Requirements
2,000-15,000 (various grants) | |
Cannot be a former receipent of a Forces Avenir university award in the Personality Avenir category | |
Canadia, Permanent Resident, International students | |
Full-time |
Geritol Follies Bursary
Provides performing arts bursaries to students of voice, drama, dance or musical instruments who are enrolled in a college, university or institution in Canada or the US, who can demonstrate financial need, are and who have graduated from a publicly funded secondary school in Hamilton or Burlington. Undergrad and postgrad students are eligible.
Requirements
Canadian citizen or permanent resident |
Korean Canadian Scholarship Foundation
Korean Canadian Scholarship Foundation (KCSF) scholarships are awarded annually to exemplary post-secondary students, enabling them to pursue their educational and career aspirations. This exceptional program is made possible by the unwavering support and generous gifts from our donors, who share the vision of nurturing the success of our next generation of leaders. KCSF is fortunate to be able to award around 30 scholarships worth over $130,000 in total scholarship amounts each year.
Requirements
30 scholarships worth over $130,000 in total | |
Full-time students Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a student visa. | |
Applicants must be of Korean heritage or are able to evidence a significant and meaningful connection to the Korean community |
Prix Relève du CERIU
Depuis 2008, les Prix Relève du CERIU visent à célébrer la relève des étudiants en ingénierie, en urbanisme ou autres domaines connexes et qui est passionnée par les infrastructures urbaines. Les Prix Relève accordent des bourses à des étudiants universitaires qui ont réalisé et complété un projet de recherche appliquée.
Requirements
2,000 (1) | |
Undergraduate, Master and PhD | |
Full-time and Part-time |
Quebec City Women’s Club Bursary
The Quebec City Women’s Club is a group of women who understand that to be educated is not only a form of development, but also the means to bring leadership and creativity to one’s domain in contemporary society. The club provides financial support to outstanding women from the greater Quebec City region, who communicate comfortably in English, to pursue their education.
Requirements
4,000 | |
Canadian citizen, permanent resident or legal refugee of Canada | |
Full-time |
Scholarships360
A great tool to find top, vetted scholarships for high school, college, and graduate students.
Tide Scholarship
Requirements
10,000 (15) | |
17 years of age or older | |
Canadian or American Citizen or Permanent Resident | |
Full-time. Undergraduate, graduate, or postgraduate programs |