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


John McConnell Bursary

Value: $1,500
Number offered: 1
Eligibility: Open to Environmental Biology, Environment and Society, and Hydrology majors who have completed at least two years of study in an undergraduate degree program, and who have participated in environmental volunteer work within or beyond the University.
Selection criteria: Selection is based on academic achievement, financial need, and demonstrated service to the environment as determined by the Award Committee.
Donor: Environmental Studies Student Association, friends, and current and former students of John McConnell.
Apply: Apply through the Scholarships and Bursaries channel in PAWS, attaching a letter of reference/recommendation from a referee who is familiar with your participation in environmental volunteer work. Should your referee choose, they may email the letter of reference/recommendation directly to asg.studentawards@usask.ca. For more information, contact asg.studentawards@usask.ca in the College of Arts and Science.
Deadline: October 1

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.