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Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries
In order to apply for these award you must fill out your Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) Application at the beginning of each academic term (Fall, Winter, and Summer.)
| Award Name and Type | Consideration Criteria
(Complete criteria at go.yorku.ca/scholarships) |
Value of Award |
| Entrance Bursary for Aboriginal Students | Indigenous ancestry Resident of Ontario | $8,800
(2,200x4 years) |
| Indigenous Student Bursary | Indigenous ancestry Resident of Ontario | Varies with number of applicants |
| Alpha Foundation Bursary | Indigenous ancestry Resident of Ontario | $1500 |
You will automatically be considered for these awards when you have self identified as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) in your application. (NOTE: Fill it out as soon as you can- you don’t need to have an offer of admission and you don’t have to accept your offer- so that York can let you know what funding is available to you.)
There are three on-campus employment programs for current students such as:
- Research at York (RAY),
- Work/Study, and
- Leadership, Engagement and Ambassadorship Program (LEAP).
For more information about the program and to access the Work/Study application please visit students.yorku.ca/sfs/work-study-programs.
External awards, bursaries and scholarship
Frequently Asked Questions....
Q: What is the difference between a SCHOLARSHIP and BURSARY?
A: A scholarship is based on outstanding academic and/or athletic achievement, or personal merit and it is usually awarded during the admissions process. Bursaries are usually granted on the basis of student financial need. Academic excellence and financial need are usually the primary criteria for any type of award.
Q: Are there Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries available for Aboriginal Students at York University?
A: Yes! Please look to the above chart for the list of these scholarships, awards and bursaries. You can also find more information on the Student Financial Services web page here: SFS Award Search
Q: I am not sure if I qualify for the Entrance Awards & Bursaries?
A: If you are unsure if you qualify for the Entrance Awards & Bursaries, please fill out your Student Profile, this is an online application used to assess your financial need. York University uses this information to help identify students who may qualify for financial support. Complete the Student Profile between December 1 and April 1. You may contact the Centre for Indigenous Student Services (cissinfo@yorku.ca) if you have any questions.
Q: When can I fill this out?
A: Fill it out as soon as you can- you don’t need to have an offer of admission and you don’t have to have accepted your offer in order to fill out this form
Q: When is the deadline to fill out the Student Profile?
A: Deadlines for specific awards are listed within the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) Application portal.
Q: What about OSAP?
A: Please contact Student Support & Advising for more information on OSAP. If you are considering applying for OSAP check out the OSAP Aid Estimator here
