University of Waterloo Entrance Bursaries
Entrance bursaries are awarded to assist students who have financial need. Approximately 1,000 entrance bursaries, valued at up to $4,000 each, are available for students entering first-year programs at the University of Waterloo, Renison University College, and St. Jerome's University. To be eligible for this bursary, candidates must have lived in Ontario for at least 12 months prior to beginning their post-secondary education and must be able to demonstrate a financial need during their first year of studies. For additional information and an application form visit the Prospective Students website at http://findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca. Completed applications must be submitted by mid-April.
Deer Ridge Entrance Award
Established by the Deer Ridge Charitable Foundation to reflect its concern for the youth of the Region of Waterloo, one or more awards are available each year to full-time students entering the University of Waterloo from a secondary school in the Region of Waterloo. To be eligible, candidates must have lived in the Region of Waterloo for at least 10 years and demonstrate good academic achievement and financial need. Participation in extracurricular activities in the school and community may also be a consideration. For additional information and an application form visit the Prospective Students website at http://findoutmore.uwaterloo.ca. Completed applications must be submitted by mid-April.
Roger Downer Entrance Award in Biology
One or more awards, valued at up to $2,000 each, are awarded to undergraduate students entering Year One in the Faculty of Science who are interested in majoring in Biology. To be eligible, candidates must have a minimum admission average of 80%, must have demonstrated financial need, and must be Ontario residents. Interested students must submit an application for the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary Program.
Downsview Secondary School Alumni Entrance Award
An award, valued at up to $1,000, is given annually to a student from Downsview Secondary School in Toronto, Ontario entering first year at the University of Waterloo. This student must have demonstrated financial need and must complete the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary Application. This fund is made possible by a donation from a Downsview Secondary School alumnus to encourage and assist students from his high school to attend the University of Waterloo.
Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited Entrance Awards
Three awards, valued at $5,000 each, are awarded annually to students entering first year of a full-time undergraduate degree program who have demonstrated financial need and a minimum admission average of 80%. The awards are renewable for up to three additional years provided the students achieve a cumulative average of 75% each year, and continue to enrol in their program on a full-time basis. Interested students must submit an application for the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary program.
Wayne C. Fox Entrance Award in Arts
Two awards, valued at up to $2,500 each, are awarded annually to outstanding students entering full-time undergraduate studies in the Faculty of Arts. To be eligible, candidates must have a minimum admission average of 80%, must have demonstrated financial need, and must be Ontario residents. Interested students must submit an application for the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary Program.
Gibbons Award
An award, valued at up to $1,600, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year One who has a minimum overall average of 80%, has a demonstrated financial need, and is an Ontario resident. To be considered, students must complete the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary application. This fund is made possible by a donation from Mr. George Gibbons who believes that his investment in talented, University of Waterloo-educated students will result in far-reaching benefits for Canada at home and abroad.
Robert M. Griffin Entrance Award
An award, valued at up to $2,500, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year One of Chemical Engineering who is in good academic standing, has a demonstrated financial need, and is an Ontario resident. Interested students must submit an application for the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary program. This fund is made possible by a donation from CSA Group in honour of their retiring CEO, Robert M. Griffin.
Hewlett-Packard (Canada) Ltd. Awards
Hewlett-Packard (Canada) Ltd. has established an award fund to recognize academic excellence and assist with financial need. Up to six awards, valued at $3,000 each, will be provided to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in Year One of any program. To be eligible, candidates must have a minimum admission average of 80%, must have demonstrated financial need, and must be Ontario residents. Interested students must submit an application for the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary Program.
HSBC Bank Canada Entrance Award in Environment and Business
One or two awards, valued at $1,000 – $2,000 each, are presented annually to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in Year One of the Environment and Business program who have a minimum admission average of 80%, demonstrated financial need, and demonstrated commitment to community service. To be considered, students must submit an application by November 1st. This fund is made possible by a donation from HSBC Bank Canada.
Lewis and Julia Meaden Entrance Award
An award, valued at $5,000, is provided annually to an outstanding undergraduate student entering first year at the University of Waterloo who is from the greater Thunder Bay district and who has financial need. This fund is made possible by a donation from Joseph (BMath 69, MMath 70) and Mary Meaden in memory of Joe’s parents, Lewis and Julia Meaden.
Physics Alumni Award
A fund has been established by University of Waterloo alumni to provide financial assistance to students enrolled in Year One of the Faculty of Science who are interested in majoring in Physics. One or more awards, valued at a minimum of $1,000 each may be awarded. To be eligible, candidates must have a strong academic standing, must have demonstrated financial need, and must be Ontario residents. Interested students must submit an application for the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary Program.
Region of Waterloo Pharmacists’ Association Bursary
One or more bursaries, valued at up to $1,500, are awarded annually to undergraduate students from Waterloo Region or Wellington County entering first year in the School of Pharmacy with financial need. Interested students must complete a special application by November 15th. This fund is made possible by a donation from The Region of Waterloo Pharmacists’ Association whose membership is drawn from pharmacist in the community, hospital, academic and industry sectors. The Association values education, community and collaboration.
Schoenmakers Family Award
An award, valued at up to $1,600, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year One who has a minimum overall average of 80%, has a demonstrated financial need, and is an Ontario resident. To be considered, students must complete the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary application. This fund is made possible by a donation from Mr. Jack Schoenmakers who believes that his investment in talented, University of Waterloo-educated students will result in far-reaching benefits for Canada at home and abroad.
Klaus Woerner Memorial Award
In 2005, family, friends and colleagues of Klaus Woerner established a fund for outstanding students entering the School of Pharmacy. Several awards, valued at approximately $4,000 each, will be provided to students based on a combination of admission marks and financial need. A special application is required by November 15th.
Note
Provincial and federal loan policies state that scholarships, awards, and bursaries provided to students receiving provincial and/or federal student loans, could reduce the loan entitlements. Please contact Student Awards & Financial Aid if further clarification is required.