Undergraduate Scholarships at Nipissing University

1. Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships

·         Eligibility: Domestic and international students entering directly from high school.

·         Value:

o    95%+ average: Free domestic tuition (~$6,000/year), renewable for up to 4 years.

o    90–94% average: $10,000 total ($2,500/year).

o    85–89% average: $6,000 total ($1,500/year).

o    80–84% average: $4,000 total ($1,000/year).

·         Notes: No application required; automatically awarded based on final grades.

2. Schulich Education Scholarship

·         Eligibility: Students entering the first year with a focus on education (e.g., Concurrent Education, Bachelor of Physical Health & Education, or Consecutive Education) with a minimum 80% admission average 

·         Value: $7,000.

·         Notes: Consideration of both academic merit and community involvement.

3. International Student Bursary

·         Eligibility: International students in at least their second year of full-time undergraduate study who demonstrate financial need.

·         Value: Variable.

·         Application: Requires submission of a Web Bursary application

4. In-Course Scholarships

·         Eligibility: Full-time undergraduate students who have completed at least one full year of study at Nipissing University.

·         Value:

o    80–84% average: $500.

o    85–89% average: $750.

o    90%+ average: $1,000.

·         Notes: Automatically awarded based on academic performance; no application required.

5. NU FIRST Robotics Scholarship

·         Eligibility: Students with a background in FIRST Robotics competitions.

·         Value: Equivalent to first-year domestic tuition; renewable at $3,000/year for an additional 3 years.

·         Notes: Recognizes involvement in STEM-related extracurricular activities.

6. Mac's Convenience Inc./Northmar Distributors Entrance Scholarship

·         Eligibility: Incoming students demonstrating academic excellence.

·         Value: $1,000 in the first year; renewable for one year at $500.

·         Notes: Supports students entering their first year of study. 

Additional Information

·         Application Process: While many scholarships are automatically awarded based on academic performance, some require separate applications. It's essential to review each scholarship's criteria and deadlines.

·         Financial Aid: Nipissing University offers over $4.3 million in scholarships, bursaries, and awards annually. Students are encouraged to explore all available financial support options. 

·         Work-Study Opportunities: The NUWork program allows students with financial need to gain part-time, on-campus employment, providing valuable work experience alongside academic studies.

Graduate Scholarships at Nipissing University

1. Nipissing University Graduate Scholarship (NUGS)

·         Value: $5,000 or $10,000

·         Eligibility: Full-time graduate students with a minimum 80% average.

·         Application: No application required; awarded automatically.

·         Notes: Funds are disbursed periodically and are not considered employment income. 

2. Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS)

·         Value: $15,000 per year ($5,000 per term for three terms)

·         Eligibility:

o    Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or international students with a valid study permit.

o    Minimum 80% average over the last two years of study.

o    Enrolled in a full-time graduate program in Ontario.

·         Application: Requires submission of an application form, transcripts, and academic references. 

3. Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master's (CGS-M)

·         Value: $17,500 for 12 months

·         Eligibility:

o    Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

o    Enrolled in or applying to a full-time eligible master's program.

o    Achieved a first-class average (as defined by the institution) in each of the last two completed years of study.

·         Application: Online application through the Research Portal by December 1. 

4. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship

·         Value: $50,000 per year for up to three years

·         Eligibility:

o    Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and international students.

o    Demonstrated leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement in graduate studies.

·         Application: Requires institutional nomination; internal deadlines apply.

5. Graduate Student Travel Funding

·         Value: Variable

·         Eligibility: Graduate students presenting their research at academic conferences.

·         Application: Application through the School of Graduate Studies.

·         Notes: Supports dissemination of research findings.

6. International Student Funding

·         Value: Variable

·         Eligibility: International graduate students, particularly those in thesis-based programs.

·         Application: Typically offered at the time of admission; inquire with the School of Graduate Studies.

·         Notes: Includes potential scholarships and assistantships.

 Additional Information

·         Assistantships: Graduate students may have opportunities for teaching or research assistantships, providing both financial support and professional experience.

·         Application Deadlines: Deadlines vary by scholarship;

·         Financial Planning: International students are expected to demonstrate sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses as part of the study permit application process.