IX. Scholarships and Other Awards
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
In-course Bursaries
| Acer Saccharum Bursary [I3083] | |
|---|---|
| Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services with a Financial Need Assessment Form and confirmation of registration with Student Accessibility Services. | |
| Donor(s): |
Steven Ardron and Celine Batterink
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any degree program at the University of Guelph, who have demonstrated financial need and are registered with Student Accessibility Services. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Archie and Isabelle (Cook) Rintoul O.A.C. Bursary [I3060] | |
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| Offered by Archie and Isabelle (Cook) Rintoul of O.A.C. '26 and MAC '27 respectively. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7 to Student Financial Services. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Archie and Isabelle (Cook) Rintoul
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in the department of Environmental Biology in the B.Sc., B.Sc.(Agr.) or the B.Sc.(Env.) degree programs who have completed a minimum of 10.0 credits and who have demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Beef Farmers of Ontario Degree Bursaries [I3506] | |
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| Prior to 2017-18, this bursary was called the Ontario Cattlemen's Association Degree Bursaries. Selection will be based on financial need. Apply to Student Financial Services by October 7 with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Beef Farmers of Ontario and the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust
Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students with demonstrated financial need who have completed a minimum of 8.0 credits in the B.Sc. (Agr.), B.Comm.(Food and Agricultural Business), B.Sc.(Animal Biology) or B.Sc.(Food Science) program. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Brinson Partners Inc. Bursaries [I3526] | |
|---|---|
| Brinson Partners Inc., with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, has established these bursaries. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Brinson Partners Inc. with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 2 awards of $1,500 |
| Burnbrae Farms Bursaries [I3525] | |
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| Established by Burnbrae Farms, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program to assist students with financial need to continue their studies as full-time students. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and a statement explaining interests in poultry science to Student Financial Services by October 7. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Burnbrae Farms with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time students with demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to students with a demonstrated interest in poultry science. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 2 awards of $1,000 |
| Campbell-Ouellette Family Bursary [I3098] | |
|---|---|
| Established by the Campbell-Ouellette family who are passionate about supporting students with financial need. In keeping with the family’s broad academic interests, preference will be given to students registered in the Bachelor of Arts and Science Program. Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services with a Financial Need Assessment Form. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Dr. Malcolm Campbell
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program with demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $2,000 |
| Class of '72: 25th Reunion Bursaries [I3512] | |
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| Established by the Class of '72: 25th Reunion Fund with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program to support students who wish to study full-time. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Class of '72: 25th Reunion with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 3 awards of $1,000 |
| Class of O.A.C. '33 Bursaries [I3531] | |
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| Established by the class of O.A.C. '33 on the occasion of their 65th Anniversary, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Class of 1933 (in honour of the late Prof. WIJ. Squirrell) with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities
Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Class of O.A.C. '36 Bursaries [I3501] | |
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| Established by the Class of O.A.C. '36 with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Class of 1936 with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | An O.A.C. degree student enrolled in any degree program who has demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of varying amounts |
| David Havoic Bursary [I3087] | |
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| Established by the Havoic family, and inspired by the support that Barry Wheeler provided to David Havoic while he was a student at U of G. The bursary will be awarded to the student with the greatest financial need. Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services with a Financial Need Assessment Form and attach a letter from Student Accessibility Services confirming registration and physical disability. | |
| Donor(s): |
Debbie and David Havoic
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program who have a physical disability and are registered with Student Accessibility Services and demonstrate financial need. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| David R. Leach Memorial Bursary [I3534] | |
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| Provided in memory of David R. Leach by his family, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. David entered O.A.C. in 1969 as a member of O.A.C. '73 and graduated with a B.Sc. in Agriculture in 1974. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services and a letter from SAS confirming physical disability by October 7. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Mrs Deborah Leach-Sartor with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students who are physically disabled as determined by the Student Accessibility Services with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Denis and Patricia Yates Bursary [I3097] | |
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| Established by Charlotte Yates in memory of her parents who were strong advocates for the value of education in society. Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services with a Financial Need Assessment Form. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Dr. Malcolm Campbell
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program with demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $2,000 |
| Donald P. Watson Bursaries in Horticultural Science [I4501] | |
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| Established by the estate of Donald P. Watson, O.A.C.'34, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Preference will be given to students in BLA and the CHATS major in the BSc(Agr) degree program. Apply to Student Financial Services by October 7 and include a completed Financial Need Assessment Form. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
The estate of Dr. Donald P. Watson with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in BLA program, the BSc(Env) program, the Agriculture, CHATS, Organic Agriculture majors of the BSc(Agr) program, or the Plant Science major of the BSc program who have completed a minimum of 10.0 credits and who have demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of varying amounts |
| Dr. David Pree Bursary [I3114] | |
|---|---|
| Established in memory of Dr. David Pree, OAC ’64. Apply by October 7 to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form and a statement identifying as a first-generation student and indicating farming background. | |
| Donor(s): |
Donna Pree
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| Qualification(s): | First generation students (parents did not attend post-secondary studies, full-time or part-time, in or outside Canada at any time or in any program) registered in any program offered by the Ontario Agricultural College with demonstrated financial need and a minimum of 10.0 completed credits. Preference given to students from a farming background. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Dr. Gordon Macleod Memorial Bursary [I3093] | |
|---|---|
| Established in memory of Dr. Gordon Macleod and in dedication to his interest in the dairy industry. Apply to Student Financial Services (awards@uoguelph.ca) with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and a letter reflecting on your interest in dairy related studies by October 7. Please be sure to include your name, student ID number, your program of study and the award you’re applying to on your letter and application. Please email your application to awards@uoguelph.ca and include the award name and ID number in the subject line. | |
| Donor(s): |
Cynthia Macleod
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any degree program offered by OAC, who have financial need and who can demonstrate an interest in dairy related studies. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $3,000 |
| Dr. J. L. Tennant Bursaries [I3064] | |
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| Established by the estate of Dr. J. L. Tennant, O.A.C. B.S.A 1913. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
The Estate of Dr. J. L. Tennant
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in BSAG or the Agricultural Economics major offered by the Department of FARE who have completed a minimum of 12.0 credits and have demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Egg Farmers Ontario Bursaries [I3507] | |
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| Provided by the Ontario Egg Producers' Marketing Board and the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. To be considered for this award you must indicate it on your N.A.F. and include a statement outlining your interest in the poultry industry. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Egg Farmers Ontario with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students with demonstrated financial need who have completed semester 2 and are enrolled in the B.Sc.(Agr.) or B.Comm.(Agricultural Business) programs and who have a 60% minimum cumulative average. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated an interest in the poultry industry. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Elizabeth Burton Bursaries [I3503] | |
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| Mrs. Elizabeth Burton, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, provides bursaries to students with demonstrated financial need. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mrs. Elizabeth Burton with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students in second, third or fourth year with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| F. Elsie M. Brown and William R. Brown Bursary [I3091] | |
|---|---|
| Supported by a gift from the Estate of Fredelene Elsie May Brown and her predeceased husband, William Robert Brown. Apply to Student Financial Services by Oct 7 with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Estate of Fredelene Elsie May Brown
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program offered by in the OAC who have completed at least 10.0 credits and demonstrate financial need. |
| Amount: | 2 awards of $2,500 |
| Flower Deco Bursary [I3095] | |
|---|---|
| Apply by October 7 with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form to Student Financial Services and a letter explaining your interest in horticulture. In your letter, please include a list of the courses you have taken at U of G that demonstrate your interest in horticulture. Selection will be based on financial need. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mr. Young-Hoon Song
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any of the following programs are eligible for this award: Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Crop, Horticulture and Turfgrass Sciences or Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Honours Agriculture, or Bachelor of Science with a major in Plant Science or Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. Preference will be given to students with an interest in Horticulture. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $2,000 |
| Grant Misener Bursaries [I3025] | |
|---|---|
| Dr. Andrew Grant Misener, an alumnus of the University of Guelph, has provided this endowment fund. These bursaries provide financial assistance to students with established need and are distributed at the discretion of the University Bursary Committee. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Dr. Andrew Grant Misener
|
| Qualification(s): | Students in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program. |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Gryphon Investment Council Bursaries [I3513] | |
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| Established by Gryphon Investment Counsel, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Gryphon Investment Council Inc. with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 2 awards of $1,500 |
| Guelph Compassionate Health and Dental Bursary [I3061] | |
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| This bursary has been established and approved by the Student Health and Dental Committee to assist students facing unforeseen health and dental needs above and beyond the benefits offered through the University of Guelph’s mandatory Student Health Plan, University of Guelph’s Student Dental Plan or comparable personal dental plan. Apply to Student Financial Services, Manager, Student Awards, with: (1) a completed Financial Need Assessment form; (2) a letter from physician or dentist about the required procedure/treatment that indicate the nature of the unforeseen health or dental emergency and it’s impact on the student's studies; (3) cost estimates from the health or dental practitioner identified in the Regulated Health Professions Act/RHPA; (4) physician or dentist contact information; and (5) Insurance coverage – proof that this procedure is not covered under any provincial or private health coverage already, including the Student Health Plan Student. Applications will be reviewed throughout the semester to handle emergencies immediately. If approved for this bursary, a receipt will be required to be returned to our office once the procedure is completed, unless a receipt has been submitted with the application initially. Students may only receive the bursary once per academic year. | |
| Donor(s): |
Student Health and Dental Plan Reserve
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| Qualification(s): | Students currently registered at the University of Guelph and/or be enrolled under the University of Guelph mandatory Student Health Plan. The student must require treatment for an unforeseen health and dental emergency, which is not currently or completely covered by the Student Health Plan, Student Dental Plan or comparable personal dental plan, and requires immediate intervention and treatment for which the consequences of not receiving treatment may impact on the student’s academic progress. |
| Amount: | Several awards of various amounts to a maximum of $1,500 |
| Guelph Student Assistance ACCESS Bursaries [I3556] | |
|---|---|
| These bursaries have been established and approved by undergraduate students through student referendum with the aid of the Ontario government's OTSS program to assist undergraduate and University of Guelph campus diploma students in financial need. Preference will be given to students who are not eligible for provincial and/or federal assistance programs such as Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and/or Canada Student Loan Program (CSLP).Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Central Student Association with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time students registered in any degree program with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OTSS award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts up to $1,000 |
| Guelph Student Assistance Program [I3056] | |
|---|---|
| These bursaries have been established and approved by undergraduate students through student referendum to assist undergraduate and University of Guelph campus diploma students in financial need. Preference will be given to students who are not eligible for provincial and/or federal assistance programs such as Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and/or Canada Student Loan Program (CSLP).Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. | |
| Donor(s): |
Undergraduate Students
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time undergraduate students registered in any degree program with demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts up to $1,000 |
| Gwen Karr Memorial Bursary [I3010] | |
|---|---|
| Mr. T.K.C. Karr, O.A.C. '32, has provided an endowment fund to assist students in a degree or diploma program of the Ontario Agricultural College. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mr. T.K.C. Karr, O.A.C. '32
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. students with demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards of various amounts |
| Helen Mahon Memorial Bursary [I3063] | |
|---|---|
| Established in memory of Helen Mahon, a longtime employee of the University of Guelph and who, following the death of her husband, raised three young children alone, all of whom graduated from university. Apply to Student Financial Services by October 7 with a Financial Need Assessment Form and a statement that indicates you meet the criteria of this bursary. Awarded in the winter. | |
| Donor(s): |
Family and Friends of Helen Mahon
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program who come from a family where one parent is deceased. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $500 |
| Howard and Myrtle Rogers Bursaries [I3537] | |
|---|---|
| Provided by the Estate of Howard and Myrtle Rogers, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
The Estate of Howard and Myrtle Rogers with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students with demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to students from Wellington County. Students are encouraged to apply for an award in each year of study. The award may have been held in previous years but students must demonstrate on-going financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 10 up to $2,000 |
| Indigenous Student Bursary [I3068] | |
|---|---|
| In 2009, the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development established the this Bursary as part of their new Aboriginal post-secondary education funding initiative. These bursaries provide direct support to Aboriginal Students with demonstrated financial need to assist with financing their education. Apply to Student Financial Services by October 7th with a Financial Need Assessment Form and complete the Indigenous Student Bursary application . Selection is based on financial need. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Development (MAESD)
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| Qualification(s): | Aboriginal students or students who identify as having Aboriginal identity and/or heritage (self-identification is sufficient) who are registered in any degree, are a resident of Ontario (as defined by OSAP) and have demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | several awards ranging in values from $1,000 to $3,500 |
| International Emergency Medical Aid Assistance [I3059] | |
|---|---|
| The University of Guelph provides support to International undergraduate students that are faced with unexpected, or unforeseen financial shortfalls due to a medical issue not covered by UHIP or the Student Dental/Medical insurance plans. Students should apply to the International Student Advisor, in the Centre for International Programs office, by completing an International Student Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and submitting documentation to support the medical issue. These bursaries are awarded on an on-going basis. | |
| Donor(s): |
University of Guelph
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| Qualification(s): | International students registered in a degree program and have completed a minimum 1.50 credits who have a medical emergency expenses not covered by UHIP or the Student Dental/Medical insurance plans and demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Irvine and Grace Black Memorial Bursary [I3051] | |
|---|---|
| Established in memory of Irvine and Grace Black, by friends and family to recognize their many contributions to young people. Irvine, a well-known sheep breeder, was a judge at College Royal and the Royal Winter Fair for over fifty years, and Grace was active in the Women's Institute and the Fergus Fall Fair. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and a letter outlining involvement in the 4-H Club and/or a Women's Institute by October 7. | |
| Donor(s): |
Family and friends of Irvine and Grace Black
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time undergraduate students registered in any degree program with demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to applicants who are, or have been, active in the 4-H Club and/or a Women's Institute. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $500 |
| Ivey Cook Bursaries [I3076] | |
|---|---|
| The Ivey Cook Bursaries have been established to support students who require a Learning Disability (LD) Assessment who do not have the financial means to pay for the assessment. Apply to Student Financial Services with a Financial Need Assessment Form and a letter explaining why they are unable to pay for the psycho-educational assessment, indicate who is initiating or supporting the need for an assessment (i.e. SAS) and provide documentation showing amounts already covered through insurance carriers (either the student health plan or the parent(s)). Applications will be assessed as they are submitted to meet the needs of the applicant requiring an assessment. Students will be selected on a first come first served basis, based on the validity and need for an assessment. This bursary fund may be used to provide students who receive a Bursary for Students with a Disability (BSWD/CSG-PDSE) that partially pays for a psycho-educational assessment (previously known as a learning disability (LD) assessment) or students who were denied assistance through BSWD to pay for a psycho-educational assessment will be considered automatically in lieu of sufficient applications in any given year. Students are highly encouraged to apply for BSWD-CSG-PDSE first before being considered for this bursary. | |
| Donor(s): |
Suzanne Ivey Cook
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| Qualification(s): | Students with demonstrated financial need who require a psycho-educational assessment (previously known as a learning disability (LD) assessment) and are unable to pay for the required assessment and/or who have out-of-pocket expense after submitting claims through the student health plan, the parent(s) health benefits/coverage, as well as the Bursary for Students with Disabilities (BSWD/CSG-PDSE). |
| Amount: | several awards of up to $1,500 |
| Leroux Bursaries [I3535] | |
|---|---|
| Established by Mr. Hector Leroux, O.A.C.'44, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Mr. J.H. Leroux with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. degree students in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Sc., B.Comm. or B.Sc.Env.) programs with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Madison Gough Memorial Bursary [I3103] | |
|---|---|
| Established by the friends and family of Madison Gough, a gentle, kind spirit who was inspired by nature, animals, or music and passionate about acceptance of difference. Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services with a Financial Need Assessment Form. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Bob Gough and Laura Ladouceur
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program who have demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Mary I. Whitelock Bursaries [I3524] | |
|---|---|
| Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Estate of Mary I. Whitelock with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of up to $2,000 |
| Masterfeeds Bursaries [I3514] | |
|---|---|
| Established by Masterfeeds and the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Masterfeeds with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. students in B.Sc.(Agr.) Animal Science or B.Sc. Animal Biology majors who have demonstrated financial need and, at the time of application, have a cumulative average of 60%. Students may receive one or two bursaries annually. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Métis Nation of Ontario Bursary [I3092] | |
|---|---|
| The Métis Nation of Ontario has established this bursary to encourage Métis people within Ontario to pursue post-secondary education and to support Métis students in undergraduate programs. Selection will be based on financial need. Apply by October 7th with a completed in-course Financial Need Assessment form and a statement confirming Métis status as well as confirmation that your are not registered as an Indian under the Indian Act or as an Inuk on an Inuit registry and include your card number. | |
| Donor(s): |
Métis Nation of Ontario
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| Qualification(s): | Students who self-identify as Métis and are not registered as an Indian under the Indian Act or as an Inuk on an Inuit registry are eligible. Applicants may be registered in any program and must meet all academic program requirements. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Murray P. And Florence L. Hannah Bursaries [I3571] | |
|---|---|
| Preference will be given to students from the County of Northumberland. Apply by October 7 to Student Financial Services, with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Estate of Florence Hannah with matching funding through the Ontario Trust for Student Support program
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| Qualification(s): | OAC students registered in the BSc(Agr) or the BSc(Env) program who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OTSS award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of varying amounts |
| Norma Valeriote International Student Bursaries [I3009] | |
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| Preference given to a student from a country of focus as defined by CIDA (Canadian International Development Agency). Apply to the International Student Advisor with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form for International Students. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mrs. Norma L. Valeriote
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| Qualification(s): | International students registered in any degree program who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits and demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several of varying amounts |
| O.A.C. '38 Lloyd Minshall Bursaries [I3529] | |
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| Established by O.A.C. '38 Alumni, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, to recognize the many contributions of Lloyd Minshall to his classmates and to O.A.C. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
O.A.C. '38 Alumni with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need in semesters 5, 6, 7 or 8. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of varying amounts |
| O.A.C. '55 Access Bursaries [I3517] | |
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| Provided by the class of O.A.C. '55 with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
O.A.C. Class of '55 with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students at any semester level in an O.A.C. degree program or students enrolled in the B.ENG. program with demonstrated financial need and a 60% minimum cumulative average. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statement on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of varying amounts |
| O.A.C. '57 Bursaries [I3518] | |
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| Provided by the Class of O.A.C. '57 with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
O.A.C. '57 and the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. undergraduate degree students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of varying amounts |
| O.A.C. Alumni Foundation Access Bursaries [I3533] | |
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| Provided by the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
O.A.C. Alumni Foundation with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. undergraduate students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| OAC Student Aid Bursary [I3590] | |
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| Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Annonymous with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any OAC Undergraduate Degree program with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OTSS award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | several awards of varying amounts totalling $8,000 |
| Ontario Agri Business Association Degree Bursaries [I3502] | |
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| Apply by October 7 to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and a letter (no more than two pages) outlining your involvement in extracurricular and/or community activities you have been involved in during their studies in the program. Selection will be based on financial need. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ontario Agri Business Association with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in the B.Sc.(Agr.) program or in the B.Comm. with a major in Food and Agricultural Business. Preference will be given to students involved in extracurricular and/or community activities during their studies in the program. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Ontario Co-operatives R.P. Forshaw Bursary [I3013] | |
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| The Co-operatives, Credit Unions, friends and associates of Prof. R. P. Forshaw have established this bursary. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7 and a letter indicating membership of co-op or credit unions. | |
| Donor(s): |
The Co-operatives, Credit Unions, friends and associates of Prof. R.P. Forshaw
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| Qualification(s): | Undergraduate students who have financial need. Preference may be given to candidates who have been or are members of a co-operative or credit union. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $400 |
| Ontario Federation of Agriculture Bursaries [I3520] | |
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| Provided by the Ontario Federation of Agriculture and the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program. Apply with a letter indicating 4H and/or rural community involvement and a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. To be considered for this award you must indicate it on our N.A.F. and include a statement outlining your extracurricular activities. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Ontario Federation of Agriculture with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | O.A.C. students with demonstrated financial need enrolled in the B.Sc.(Agr.), B.Comm., B.Sc. or B.Sc.(Env.) programs. Preference will be given to students from farm families who have participated in 4H and/or rural community activities. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Ontario First Generation Bursary [I3062] | |
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| The Ministry of Advanced Education & Skills Development (MAESD) established the Ontario First Generation Student Bursary as part of their Access to Opportunities Strategy. A first generation student is an individual whose parents have not attended postsecondary studies full-time or part-time, in or outside Canada, at any time or in any program. Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form and the First Generation Bursary application form. Selection is based on financial need. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ministry of Advanced Education & Skills Development (MAESD)
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program who are first generation students, Ontario residents (as defined by OSAP) and who have demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | several awards ranging in values from $1,000 to $3,500 |
| Ontario Grape Growers Bursary [I3033] | |
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| Offered by the Ontario Grape Growers Action Committee. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
The Ontario Grape Growers Action Committee
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| Qualification(s): | Students with good academic standing in semesters 3 to 6 of a degree program or semesters 3 to 4 of a diploma program administered by O.A.C., and demonstrated need of financial assistance. |
| Amount: | Several of various amounts |
| Ontario Horticultural Association Bursary [I3089] | |
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| Preference will be given to students in the B.Sc. (Agr) CHAT major who are concentrating their studies in Horticulture Science. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7 to Student Financial Services and attach a letter listing the Horticulture courses you have taken. These may include any of the courses listed in the Horticulture Science Restricted Elective list listed in the Undergraduate Calendar for the B.Sc. (Agr) students majoring in CHAT. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ontario Horticultural Association
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in the B.Sc. (Agr.) program majoring in Crop, Horticulture and Turfgrass Sciences (CHAT) who have completed a minimum of 4.0 credits and demonstrate financial need. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Ontario Pork (Degree) Bursary [I3049] | |
|---|---|
| Provided by Ontario Pork Producers' Marketing Board. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) and a statement indicating interests in pork production to Student Financial Services by October 7. | |
| Donor(s): |
Ontario Pork Producers' Marketing Board
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| Qualification(s): | B.Sc.(Agr.) and B.Comm., Agricultural Business major, students with demonstrated financial need who have completed semester 4 and who have satisfactory academic standing and an interest in pork production. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $500 |
| Québec Student Bursary [I3116] | |
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| The donor (Daniel Engels) graduated from the HAFA program at the University of Guelph in 1978. He was originally from Québec. He had an excellent experience at Guelph, and during his time at Guelph, he did not encounter many students from Québec. The bursary was established to give Québec students an opportunity to consider the University of Guelph, and benefit from the excellent university experience Guelph offers. Apply by October 7th with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. Selection will be based on financial need and this award can only be held once. | |
| Donor(s): |
Daniel Engels
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in a minimum of 2.0 credits, in any program, with demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to students who are residents of Québec. This award can only be held once. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $4,000 |
| Robert Auger Humanitarian Bursary [I3058] | |
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| Established in memory of Bob Auger, a former Associate Registrar at the University of Guelph. It is intended as an emergency fund to assist students who unexpectedly find themselves in difficult financial situation who could benefit from receiving a grocery voucher. To be considered, students must have completed a Financial Aid Assessment form and arrange an appointment with a Financial Aid Counsellor. Appointments can be made by calling 519-824-4120 extension 58715. | |
| Donor(s): |
Family and friends of Robert Auger
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any degree program with an unexpected financial emergency. |
| Amount: | Several grocery vouchers or book vouchers |
| Scotiabank Bursaries [I3532] | |
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| Established by Scotiabank, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, to assist students with financial need to continue their studies as full-time students. Distributed in the Winter semester. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Scotiabank with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 2 awards of $1,500 |
| Shirley Endean Bursaries [I3570] | |
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| These bursaries were created from gifts from multiple donors, with a leading legacy gift from Ms. Shirley Endean, and with the aid of the OTSS matching program. Apply by October 7 to Student Financial Services, with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD | |
| Donor(s): |
Estate of Shirley E. Endean & multiple donors with matching funding through the Ontario Trust for Student Support program
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any degree program with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OTSS award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Student Financial Services Bursary [I3107] | |
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| Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (NAF). Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Anonymous
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program with demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards of various amounts |
| T.K. Warley Bursaries [I3510] | |
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| Established by O.A.C. Alumni Association, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, to recognize Professor T.K. Warley's significant contribution to the O.A.C. Alumni Foundation and to students through teaching and promotion/development of "Experience Agriculture". A degree student may receive this bursary twice. Apply by letter outlining extracurricular involvement and a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
O.A.C. Alumni Association with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students with demonstrated financial need who are in semester 5 to 8 of any degree program within O.A.C. A minimum 65% is required, as is participation in student activities, governance, and/or college affairs. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of varying amounts |
| Uffelmann Connor Family Bursary for Indigenous Students [I3109] | |
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| Established by the Uffelmann Connor family in recognition of the important role that education plays in creating opportunities for future success, particularly for this historically under-represented population. Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services (awards@uoguelph.ca) with a Financial Need Assessment Form and a statement identifying as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit). | |
| Donor(s): |
Maris Uffelmann and Dean Connor
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program who self-identify with First Nations (Status and non-Status), Metis or Inuit ancestry and who demonstrates financial need. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| Uffelmann Connor Family First Generation Bursary [I3108] | |
|---|---|
| Established by the Uffelmann Connor family in recognition of the important role that education plays in creating opportunities for future success. Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services (awards@uoguelph.ca) with a Financial Need Assessment Form and a statement identifying as a first-generation student. | |
| Donor(s): |
Maris Uffelmann and Dean Connor
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program who is a first-generation student (First generation students (parents did not attend post-secondary studies, full-time or part-time, in or outside Canada at any time or in any program) registered in any program with demonstrated financial need. and who demonstrates financial need. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,000 |
| University of Guelph Access Bursaries [I3522] | |
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| Provided by alumni and friends of the University, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, to support students who wish to study full-time but who need financial support to do so. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
Alumni and Friend of the University of Guelph with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time students with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | Several awards of $500, Several awards of $2,000 |
| University of Guelph Alumni Association Access Bursaries [I3523] | |
|---|---|
| Established by the University of Guelph Alumni Association, with the assistance of the Ontario government's OSOTF program, to support students who wish to study full-time but who need financial support to do so. Apply with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) to Student Financial Services by October 7. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. ACCESS AWARD. | |
| Donor(s): |
University of Guelph Alumni Association with matching funding through the Ontario Student Opportunities Trust Fund
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any degree program with demonstrated financial need. Additionally, students must meet the government-mandated terms for receipt of an OSOTF award (see General Statements on Awards). |
| Amount: | 1 award of $1,250 |
| University of Guelph International Bursary [I3048] | |
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| The University of Guelph provides support to International undergraduate students that are faced with unexpected, or unforeseen financial shortfalls while registered on campus. Students should apply to the International Student Advisor by Nov. 1 for the fall semester; March 1 for the winter semester, and July 2 for the summer semester with a completed International Student Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.). If students have an emergency situation, please contact the International Student Advisor, in Student Life, University Centre, Level 3. | |
| Donor(s): |
University of Guelph
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| Qualification(s): | International students registered in a degree program who have competed a minimum of 4.0 credits and are registered in a minimum of 1.5 course credits. |
| Amount: | Several varies |
| University of Guelph Undergraduate In-Course Bursaries (NON OSAP TSA) [I3047] | |
|---|---|
| The University of Guelph offers in-course bursaries to students who have demonstrated financial need. Apply to Student Financial Services, with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. | |
| Donor(s): |
University of Guelph
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| Qualification(s): | Undergraduate students registered for full-time studies (as defined by OSAP) in a degree program with demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards to a maximum of $2,000 |
| University of Guelph Undergraduate In-Course Bursaries (TSA - UG) [I3037] | |
|---|---|
| The University of Guelph offers in-course bursaries to students who have demonstrated financial need. Apply to Student Financial Services, with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. | |
| Donor(s): |
University of Guelph
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| Qualification(s): | Ontario students registered for full-time studies (as defined by OSAP) in a degree program with demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | Several awards up to a maximum of $6,000 |
| University Student Assistance Program [I3057] | |
|---|---|
| These bursaries have been established and approved by the University of Guelph to assist undergraduate and University of Guelph campus diploma students in financial need. Apply to Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment Form (N.A.F.) by October 7. | |
| Donor(s): |
University of Guelph
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| Qualification(s): | Full-time undergraduate students registered in any degree program with demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to students who are not eligible for provincial and/or federal assistance programs such as Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) and/or Canada Student Loan Program (CSLP). |
| Amount: | Several awards of various amounts to a maximum of $1,000 |
| Virginia Conner Memorial Bursary [I3110] | |
|---|---|
| Apply by October 7th to the Student Financial Services with a completed Financial Need Assessment form. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. Selection will be based on financial need. | |
| Donor(s): |
Estate of Virginia Conner
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program offered by OAC with demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | several awards of up to $2,000 |
| William Barlow Memorial Bursary [I3101] | |
|---|---|
| This bursary was created to recognize the farming contributions and community spirit of Mr. Barlow. Apply by October 7th to Student Financial Services with a Financial Need Assessment Form. Selection will be based on financial need. Students will be considered for this award automatically once a N.A.F has been submitted by the deadline date. | |
| Donor(s): |
Mr. William Barlow
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| Qualification(s): | Students registered in any program within the Ontario Agricultural College at the University of Guelph who is from Durham Region, Northumberland County, or County of Victoria including City of Kawartha Lakes and has demonstrated financial need. |
| Amount: | 1 award of $3,000 |