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.
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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 based on scholastic achievement combined with outstanding contribution to student life.
Requirements
2,000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Candidates are required to have completed one full academic year or equivalent | |
Undergraduate or Graduate level of study (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral students only - not open to Independent Students, Visiting Students, or those in Graduate Diploma programs). All candidates must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.30. |
Leadership in Sustainability Shuffle Award
Created in 2019 by the Shuffle 30 team known as “Shuffle for the Climate”, this in-course scholarship is awarded to a high-performing student who is in a sustainability undergraduate program (details on following page) and who demonstrates environmental leadership by participating in an environmental sustainability group on campus
The Scholarship shall be granted through competition, based on academic merit, among full or part-time students pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at the University within the specific Sustainability-related programs, and meeting the requirements listed in the application form
Requirements
2,500 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Candidates are required to have completed one full academic year or equivalent | |
Undergraduate applicants must have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.30 or higher in an Environmental Sustainability program |
Loyola Foundation Inc. Entrance Scholarship
These scholarships were created through several endowment funds established by numerous donors wishing to support Loyola College. Their donations became part of the Loyola Foundation shortly after its creation in 1973 to be used for objectives, activities and purposes that would foster and maintain the tradition and spirit of Loyola College. At its closure in 2003, the Loyola Foundation Inc. created a permanent endowment at Concordia University which will fund the Loyola Foundation Inc. Entrance Scholarship program, honour the generosity of its donors, carry on the tradition and spirit of Loyola College, and recognize the academic excellence and good character of Loyola High School graduates in perpetuity.
Requirements
2,000 | |
Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents | |
All applicants must be graduates of Loyola High School in Montreal and newly admitted to a Bachelor’s program at Concordia University for Fall 2024 on the basis of completion of CEGEP or equivalent. | |
Students who meet the eligibility requirements but were admitted to Concordia University for the Winter 2024 semester may apply to be considered for this scholarship |
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 | |
Newly admitted to a bachelor’s program for Fall 2024 on the basis of completion of CEGEP and must meet one of the 3 criterions listed on the application form |
Susan Levin-Woods Scholarship
The Susan Levin-Woods Scholarship was established through the generosity of Mrs. Susan Levin-Woods, a graduate of Concordia University.
Requirements
2,500 | |
This award is open to female Canadian citizens pursuing a degree in any area of study at Concordia. Student needs to have successfully completed at least 30 credits with a GPA of at least 3.30 |
The Colors of Concordia Award
This award was established in 2005 through the fundraising efforts of members and friends of the Colors of Concordia Team, which has had over 200 participants from 62 countries in Montréal’s annual Tour de l’Ile for several years. The guiding philosophy of the Colors of Concordia Team, and the Colors of Concordia Award, resides in promoting awareness, cooperation, cultural integration, and communication, and the bringing together of different cultural communities.
As such, the purpose of this award is to encourage and reward a full-time or part-time student 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
1,000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students |
Garnet Key Entrance Award
The Garnet Key Entrance Award is intended to encourage and reward students pursuing an undergraduate degree program at the University, whose commitment and spirit towards community involvement and academic excellence reflect the values exemplified by Garnet Key Society. Applicants must maintain a GPA of 3.00 or higher.
Requirements
1,000 | |
This award is open to new students only, enrolled in any bachelor’s degree program.Applicants must be studying full-time for the Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 terms. Applicants must maintain a GPA of 3.00 or higher. Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students are eligible. |
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 (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 |
Robert V. Tucker Memorial Award
The Robert V. Tucker Memorial Award is intended to encourage and reward promising full-time students who have taken a non-traditional educational path to reach their current academic status.
Requirements
3,500 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
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). Applicants must demonstrate the intention of pursuing a career in Actuarial Mathematics, a dedicated work ethic, and a willingness to help others in need. | |
Applications must be enrolled full-time for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025. |
Samuel Jacobson & 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.
Requirements
500 (2) | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Applicants must be enrolled full-time for Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 in the Bachelor of Arts degree – majoring in Psychology and History | |
Applicants must be in their second year (or higher) |
Carlini-DeLuca Undergraduate RISE Award for Resilience In Science & Engineering Pathways to Success
The Carlini-Deluca Undergraduate RISE Award -for Resilience In Science & Engineering Pathways to Success was established in recognition of remarkable undergraduate students in Science and Engineering, who are future focused and optimistic about their path to success despite navigating through personal strain and exceptional challenges.
Requirements
1,500 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering. Minimum GPA of 3.30 | |
Full-time undergraduate student. |
Quadbridge Scholarship for Women in Software Engineering or Computer Science
The purpose of the Quadbridge Scholarship for Women in Tech is to encourage and support high achieving female students that are entering the University and pursuing a major in Software Engineering or Computer Sciences at the Gina Cody School of Engineering. Quadbridge is a Leading IT Solutions Provider, Driving Success Through Technology by supplying hardware and software to the medium and large enterprise customers across North America. Quadbridge is passionate about encouraging women to pursue their career and become leaders in this ever-growing industry.
Requirements
7,500 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Newly admitted female students beginning their undergraduate degree at the Gina Cody School of Engineering with a major in Software Engineering or Computer Sciences | |
Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 Full-time female undergraduate student with GPA of 3.00 or higher |
Annie Kapraelian and Leon Sabbaghian Armenian Canadian Business Scholarship
The scholarships were established by Leon Sabbaghian (BCom’08) and Annie Kapraelian (BCom’10) are both graduates of Concordia University. They have established the scholarship to encourage and support students pursuing their education at the John Molson School of Business who are also involved in the Concordia Armenian Student’s Union (CASU).
Requirements
2,500 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
This award is open to students at JMSB who are involved in the Concordia Armenian Students’ Union (CASU). | |
Full-time and part-time studies with GPA of 2.85 or higher |
JMSB Undergraduate Student Life Awards 2024-25
The following Undergraduate Student Life Awards are available for students in the John Molson School of Business’ Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Administration programs in their second year or higher.
Requirements
500-1000 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Not open to CASA Executive members | |
Full-time and part-time studies. GPA 3.0 |
Quadbridge Scholarship for Women in Business Technology
The purpose of the Quadbridge Scholarship for Women in Tech. is to encourage and support high achieving female students that are entering the University and pursuing a major in Business Technology Management at the John Molson School of Business. Quadbridge is a Leading IT Solutions Provider, Driving Success Through Technology by supplying hardware and software to the medium and large enterprise customers across North America. Quadbridge is passionate about encouraging women to pursue their career and become leaders in this ever-growing industry.
Requirements
7,500 | |
Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
Newly admitted female students beginning their undergraduate degree at the John Molson School of Business with a major in Business Technology Management | |
Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 Full-time female undergraduate student with GPA of 3.00 or higher |
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 |
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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 |