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


Avie Bennett Prize in Canadian Literature

Value: Approximately $700 & a set of new Canadian library books
Number offered: 1
Eligibility: Awarded to the student who writes the best undergraduate essay in Canadian literature.
Selection criteria: Submitted essay
Donor: Bennett Family Foundation (McClelland and Stewart Inc.).
Apply: Apply through the PAWS Scholarships and Bursaries Channel. For more information, contact asg.studentawards@usask.ca in the College of Arts and Science.
Deadline: May 15

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.