ADVICE ON HOW TO GET FREE MONEY
FOR YOUR POST SECONDARY EDUCATION
(1) DEDICATE YOURSELF…….
There are many scholarship opportunities for students of all backgrounds and abilities. You do not need to have a 90% average. If you take the time to do some research and fill out some applications, you may be able to finance part or all of your education. It never hurts to apply – if you don’t, someone else will!
(2) ASK FOR HELP…….
Talk with your parents/guardians and ask them to inquire at work for scholarship opportunities, bursaries or other awards.
Inquire with your community organizations. You may be surprised at what you find!
Most importantly, check College and University websites and calendars for extensive opportunities. Always apply for bursaries and OSAP along with scholarships. Universities and Colleges often have extra bursaries to give out because they do not have enough applicants. If you apply to OSAP you may automatically qualify and be considered for bursaries and other opportunities.
(3) EXPLORE Scholarship Websites
- www.mowat.ca
- https://yconic.com
Personalized site for scholarships, awards and bursaries.
- www.schoolfinder.com
College and University scholarship search site.
- www.canlearn.ca
Merit based scholarships and other funding.
- www.electronicinfo.ca
Searchable scholarships function for Ontario Universities.
- www.ontariocolleges.ca
Searchable scholarships function for Ontario Colleges
- www.scholarshipsCanada.com
Database for scholarships and bursaries.
- www.petersons.com
For scholarships in the United States.
- www.fastweb.com
For scholarships in the United States.
- www.disabilityawards.ca
Awards for University and College students with disabilities.
- www.scholarship-grants.org
Canadian Scholarship information.
SOME SCHOLARSHIP EXAMPLES:
LORAN SCHOLARSHIP
http://www.loranscholar.ca/
Deadline: October 17th, 2018,
HORATIO ALGER SCHOLARSHIP
http://www.horatioalger.ca/en/scholarships/
Deadline: October 25th, 2018.
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
http://www.future.utoronto.ca/content/national-scholarship-program
Deadline: November 1st, 2018.
BURGER KING SCHOLARS PROGRAM
www.bkmclamorefoundation.org
Deadline: December 15th, 2017.
T D SCHOLARSHIP FOR COMMUNITY LIVING
https://www.tdcanadatrust.com/products-services/banking/student-life/scholarship-for-community-leadership/index.jsp
Deadline: November 17th, 2016.
Q UEENS CHANCELLOR SCHOLARSHIP
http://www.queensu.ca/studentawards/financial-assistance/admission-scholarships-bursaries-and-awards/major-admission-awards
Deadline: December 1st, 2017.
BURGER KING SCHOLARS PROGRAM
www.bkmclamorefoundation.org
Deadline: December 15th, 2017.
T erry Fox humanitarian Award
www.terryfoxawards.ca
Deadline: T.B.A. Usually February
CCRA SCHOLARSHIP
http://ccranews.com
Deadline: T.B.A. Usually March
ALliance of jamacia alumni association
http://www.ajaacanada.com/graduate/
Deadline: T.B.A. Usually May
There are also other scholarship websites to explore:
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Don't forget to apply for OSAP! Loans can be applied for through the Ontario Student Assistant Program (OSAP) and your bank. OSAP can be applied for in the spring when you confirm the post-secondary institution you will be attending. A representative will be in the school in the Spring to talk about OSAP.
Also, check under our announcement tab for some updates!
When in doubt - ASK!