Use the form below to search among over 1000 scholarships and bursaries. There are two major deadlines to keep in mind:

Bursaries

October 1st is the deadline to apply for most bursaries offered by the university. Bursaries are usually given to students in financial need, though some bursaries may have additional criteria. Recipients will be notified by early February.

Struggling to pay for university? Consider applying for bursaries.

Scholarships

June 1st is the deadline for a large number of scholarships on campus. Scholarships are normally granted for academic achievement or leadership experiences. Recipients will be notified by the first day of classes.

Did you do well in your classes? Consider applying for scholarships.

In addition to the major awards above, departments, colleges, and donors from outside the university offer awards throughout the year. Use the form below to find specific awards.

Search for awards

Featured Awards

Name Deadline Value
Business and Professional Women (BPW) of Saskatoon Indigenous Female Student Bursary March 20 $2,000
Business and Professional Women (BPW) of Saskatoon Mature Student Bursary March 20 $2,000
BHP Jansen Project Scholarships April 16 $2,500 (estimated)
Len and Jen Williams Scholarship June 1 $5,000
Roman J. and Evelyn R. Gerstner Memorial Award June 1 $5,000
Susan's Award for First Nations Female Students with Dependent Children June 1 $5,000
McCreath Indigenous Student Award July 15th $10,000
RCAF Foundation Student Scholarships July 16 $1,000
Yes2Me Scholarships August 1, 2023 $1,000
Rhodes Scholarships for Canada August 8 Varies
McCall MacBain Scholarship September 21
EWI Saskatoon Chapter Bursary for Adult Students in Scholastic Transition (ASIST) October 1 $1,000
Ritenburg Family Foundation Bursary in Engineering October 1 $3,500 a year for up to 4 years
3M National Student Fellowship October 29 The award includes:
  • Recognition in Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) and 3M Canada social media, and partnering media, e.g., Maclean’s and University Affairs
  • Certificate and recognition at the annual STLHE conference in June
  • Letter from STLHE President and 3M Canada to their identified institutional leader and to the individual awarded
  • STLHE membership for two years
  • Conference registration, travel to conference, and accommodations
  • $2,000 to be spent at the discretion of the recipient
Bates Award for Excellence in Extended Practicum The first business day of February” for students completing their extended practicum in Fall; or “the last business day of April” for students completing their extended practicum in Winter term. Not applicable
Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Saskatoon Inc. Scholarships $2,500
Canadian Northern Studies Trust (CNST) Awards Varies
College of Medicine First Year Student Awards Varies
Saskatchewan Youth from Care Bursary This award is open until June 1. $20,000

The value of each award will be up to $20,000 and which will comprise the following:
  • Regular Session (Fall and Winter terms) tuition and student fees
  • Required books
  • Residence and meal plan
  • Laptop bundle
  • Cash stipend for personal needs ($125/month for 8 months)
Seabee Community Partners Scholarship November 1, February 1, August 1 Varies
Storwell Self Storage Foster Children's Bursary $2,000

Applying and eligibility

Access frequently used application forms and view eligibility criteria for university awards.  View information on how to access application forms in PAWS.

Receiving your award

Information on payment of awards, award limits, and deferral of awards.

More awards

There are awards available specifically for new or graduate students: 

You could also be eligible to apply for a variety of external awards, which are offered by agencies, governments or other organizations outside the University of Saskatchewan.