Curated awards open to students at UofT, TMU, York, and across Ontario. Updated regularly — always free to browse.
Most students only apply to 1–2 scholarships. The students who win are usually the ones who apply to 10+. Many of these take under 30 minutes. A $1,000 scholarship is worth more per hour than almost any part-time job.
Renewable entrance scholarship for high-achieving domestic students. Based on final high school average. Automatically considered upon admission — no separate application needed.
Renewable entrance scholarships for incoming domestic students based on final average. Students with 80%+ are automatically considered. International students with 86%+ also eligible.
For TMU students who are the first in their family to attend post-secondary education and demonstrate financial need. Apply through AwardSpring each fall semester.
Automatic renewable scholarships for incoming students based on admission average. The President's Scholarship ($8,000/yr) goes to students with 95%+. Multiple tiers available.
Over 1,200 award, scholarship, and bursary opportunities for current TMU students. One application through AwardSpring matches you to everything you qualify for. Seriously — one form.
For graduate students (Masters or PhD) at UofT demonstrating academic excellence. Must be registered full-time. Competitive — apply through your graduate department.
The most important financial aid for Ontario students. Grants don't need to be repaid. Most students with family income under $175,000 qualify for some grant funding. Apply every year.
Full tuition coverage for eligible students in high-demand health fields (nursing, paramedicine, etc.) who commit to working in Ontario after graduation. Check if your program qualifies.
Need-based bursaries available at Ontario colleges and universities, funded by the provincial government. Administered directly through your school's financial aid office.
Recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional achievements in community service, leadership, and academic excellence. Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Canada's most prestigious STEM scholarship. For students entering a STEM undergraduate program with outstanding academics and entrepreneurial spirit. Nominated through high schools.
Canada's most prestigious doctoral scholarship. For students pursuing a PhD at a Canadian university demonstrating academic excellence, research potential, and leadership.
For Canadian students with exceptional character, service, and potential for leadership. Includes mentorship and a national network. One of Canada's most meaningful student awards.
Financial awards for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit students pursuing post-secondary education across Canada. Over $20 million awarded annually. Multiple streams available.
Recognizes Grade 12 students across Canada demonstrating leadership and community contribution. Essay-based application on themes of community, future vision, or affordable housing.
UofT, TMU, and York all have portals (AwardSpring, etc.) where one application matches you to dozens of awards. Start there before external scholarships.
Any scholarship you receive needs to be reported to OSAP. It may reduce your loan (not your grant). Still worth applying — less debt is a win.
Most scholarships open in fall (October–December) and close in winter (January–March). Miss the window and you wait a whole year. Set reminders now.
Five $500 bursaries = $2,500. That's a semester of groceries and transit. Don't dismiss small awards — they're less competitive and still real money.