Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries for Incoming Students

Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries for Incoming Students

York University offers a variety of scholarships and awards that recognize academic excellence, resilience and community leadership. Some financial awards require that you submit an application for consideration, while other entrance awards are automatically assessed and awarded at the time of your admission.

To determine your eligibility and explore your options for scholarships, awards and financial aid, please select the sentence below which best describes you:

I am a Canadian high-school applicant

Explore the resources below for details on financial assistance available to Canadian high-school applicants.

GOVERNMENT FUNDING

YORK ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

Entrance scholarships, awards and bursaries available to Canadian high-school applicants are listed in the following table. For awards requiring an application, submit the application via MyFile as noted below. You do not need an offer of admission to apply for scholarships, awards and bursaries. Complete the application early so that you are considered for the most awards possible — some scholarships close to applications as early as February 15. The application closes April 1. If you qualify for one of these awards listed, you will receive an e-mail or letter letting you know the name of the scholarship or award you have received and the value. Full award and eligibility details are available by clicking the award name. Note: Scholarship values are subject to change.

Note: Applicants to the York-Seneca-Georgian Collaborative Nursing program are not eligible for York University Entrance Scholarships & Awards.

AWARD AMOUNT

York University Automatic Entrance Scholarships

Based on final admission average:

Many high school applicants are admitted and offered entrance scholarships based on mid-year or "in-progress" results when their admission average is at or above 80%. All Entrance Scholarship amounts and eligibility are confirmed/finalized based on final grades.

95%+ (42-45 IB diploma points) — $4,000
90-94.9% (36-41 IB diploma points) — $2,500
85-89.9% (33-35 IB diploma points) — $1,500
80-84.9% (30-32 IB diploma points) — $1,000
No award application required



 

$4,000 — $16,000

This scholarship is renewable at all tiers based on grade point average and course load requirements. To renew York University Automatic Entrance Scholarships, recipients must maintain a minimum 8.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) over a minimum of 24 credits taken during the entire academic year (previous Summer and Fall/Winter sessions).

Schulich Leader Scholarships
York University is proud to be one of only 20 Canadian universities to participate in the Schulich Leader Scholarship program. This prestigious scholarship allows promising students to pursue their dreams and become the next global pioneers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) areas of study.Recipients of these scholarships must demonstrate: Academic excellence, AND Leadership, charisma and creativity. Strong consideration will be given to students with financial need.
Scholarships are valued at $100,000 ($25,000 x 4 years) for student(s) admitted to Science, Technology or Mathematics programs of study and at $120,000($30,000 x 4 years of study) for student(s) admitted to an Engineering program in the Lassonde School of Engineering. For detailed information on the nomination and application processes and a list of eligible York University programs, please visit the Schulich Leader Scholarships page.
This scholarship is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents studying at high school or CEGEP in Canada.
Nomination deadline: January 30, 2024
Application deadline: February 20, 2024

$100,000 or $120,000

Tentanda Via Award ($10,000 x 4 years)
Deadline: February 15

$40,000
Apply via MyFile

Yorke Towne Supplies Ltd. Visionary Leadership Scholarship ($9,500 x 4 years)
Deadline: April 1

$38,000

Governors' Awards of Distinction
($8,000 x 4 years, plus cost of residence accommodation for first year)
John S. Proctor Entrance Scholarship
Alumni Entrance Scholarship
Murray Ross Scholarship
Betty-Jean and John M. Bankes Scholarship
Deadline: February 15

(Merit Scholarships of $2000 are awarded to those short-listed for the Governors' Awards of Distinction)

$32,000
Apply via MyFile

Honderich Bursary ($8,000 x 4 years)
For incoming students from James Cardinal McGuigan Secondary School, Emery Collegiate Institute, CW Jeffrey's Collegiate Institute and Westview Centennial Secondary School.
Deadline: April 1

$32,000
Apply via MyFile

Awards of Achievement ($6,000 x 4 years)
No award application required - Recipients selected from applicants short-listed for the Governors' Awards of Distinction.

$24,000

Harry Arthurs Alumni Families Entrance Scholarship ($6,000 x 4 years)
Deadline: February 15

$24,000
Apply via MyFile

York University Renewable Entrance Athletic Scholarship ($5,000 x 5 years)
Award applicants must contact the head coach of the intended interuniversity team.
Deadline: April 1

$25,000
Apply via MyFile

President's Scholarships ($5,400 x 4 years)
No award application required

$21,600

Chancellor Cory Entrance Scholarship ($4,000 x 4 years)
No award application required

$16,000

Bennett Family Award for Black and Indigenous Students ($7,500 x 4 years)
Deadline: April 1

$30,000

Bennett First Generation Award ($7,500 x 4 years)
Deadline: April 1

$30,000

Bennett Family Jane & Finch Award ($7,500 x 4 years)
Deadline: April 1

$30,000

Various awards
There are a variety of entrance awards and bursaries available. A detailed listing is available when you log into the scholarships, awards and bursaries application through MyFile.
Deadline: April 1

$500 - $4,000
Apply via MyFile

Additional entrance scholarships and awards by Faculty and/or program
School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design
Faculty of Environmental & Urban Change
Glendon
Faculty of Health
Lassonde School of Engineering
Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
Schulich School of Business
Faculty of Science
Deadline: April 1 or sooner, depending on the award

Various amounts
Apply via MyFile

ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT

There are a number of on-campus employment opportunities available to help with your budget.

  • Be a department or faculty office assistant, library or research assistant, lab or gallery monitor or similar
  • Work from 10-20 hours per week, conveniently between classes
  • Salaries range from the provincial minimum wage to more than  $20 per hour depending on the nature of the job

Apply for these positions in late August/early September.

OTHER SOURCES / EXTERNAL FUNDING

Many organizations offer awards and/or scholarships. Such financial assistance may be available through your own (or a family member's) employer, places you volunteer for or other associations you are affiliated with. Sites noted below are also helpful for information on additional funding opportunities.

  • Canlearn scholarships search
  • York awards search
    (Find in-class, summer, graduating and other award types in one central database. Entrance awards mentioned above are also listed in this database. Search for additional awards by keyword, i.e., athlete, alumni families, program name, city/province of residence, etc.)
I am a Canadian college or university transfer applicant or a mature applicant

Explore the resources below for details on financial assistance available to Canadian college and university transfer and mature student applicants.

GOVERNMENT FUNDING

YORK ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

Entrance scholarships, awards and bursaries available to Canadian college/university transfer or mature applicants are listed in the following table. Awards which do not require an application are noted with "no award application required" — you are automatically considered for them. For awards requiring an application, submit the application via MyFile as noted below. You do not need an offer of admission to submit the scholarships, awards and bursaries application in MyFile. Complete the application early so that you are considered for the most awards possible. The application closes April 1. If you qualify for one of these awards listed, you will receive an e-mail or letter letting you know the name of the scholarship or award you have received and the value. Full award and eligibility details are available by clicking the award name. Note: Scholarship values are subject to change.

AWARD AMOUNT

Tentanda Via Award ($10,000 x 4 years)
Deadline: February 15

$40,000
Apply via MyFile

York University Mature Student Entrance Scholarship
Applicable to Fall admits only; 10 awarded annually
No award application required

$3,000

Provost's Award
No award application required

$500 - $1,000

ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT

There are a number of on-campus employment opportunities available to help with your budget.

  • Be a department or faculty office assistant, library or research assistant, lab or gallery monitor or similar
  • Work from 10-20 hours per week, conveniently between classes
  • Salaries range from the provincial minimum wage to more than  $20 per hour depending on the nature of the job

Apply for these positions in late August/early September.

OTHER SOURCES / EXTERNAL FUNDING

Many organizations offer awards and/or scholarships. Such financial assistance may be available through your own (or a family member's) employer, places you volunteer for or other associations you are affiliated with. Sites noted below are also helpful for information on additional funding opportunities.

  • Canlearn scholarships search
  • York awards search
    (Find in-class, summer, graduating and other award types in one central database. Entrance awards mentioned above are also listed in this database. Search for additional awards by keyword, i.e., college, mature, athlete, program name, city/province of residence, etc.)
I am an international applicant

GOVERNMENT FUNDING

US students: It is possible to transfer your FAFSA loans to assist you when studying at York University. York's FAFSA code is G07679.

YORK ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

Explore the resources below for details on financial assistance available to international applicants.

Scholarships and awards for international students are limited and you should be prepared to support yourself throughout your studies at York.

Awards which do not require an application are noted with "no award application required" — you are automatically considered for them.

For awards requiring an application, complete and submit the International Student Scholarship & Award Application form (dates to be confirmed).

AWARD AMOUNT

York University Talent Entrance Scholarships 
For applicants to programs in the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD)
No award application required

$1,000

Lassonde Entrance Scholarships 
For Lassonde school of Engineering applicants
No award application required

$2,000

Liberal Arts & Professional Studies International Undergraduate Leadership Scholarships ($10,000 x 4 years)
For Liberal Arts & Professional Studies applicants and requires an application.
Application Deadline: TBD
Submit the Liberal Arts & Professional Studies International Students Scholarship application.

$40,000

Liberal Arts & Professional Studies International Student Entrance Scholarship
For Liberal Arts & Professional Studies applicants
No award application required

$2,000

Faculty of Health International Student Entrance Scholarship of Excellence
For Faculty of Health applicants
No award application required

$2,000

Faculty of Science Entrance Scholarship
For Faculty of Science applicants
No award application required

$2,000

York Science Scholars Award
For Faculty of Science applicants and requires an application
$5,000 as an entrance scholarship + $5,000 as a guaranteed summer research position following the first year of study
Application Deadline: TBD
For more information - York Science Scholars Award (YSSA)

$10,000
Glendon International Excellence Scholarship
For Glendon applicants and requires an application.
Application Deadline: February 15
Submit the Glendon International Students Scholarship application package.
$40,000
($10,000 x 4 years)

Glendon International Scholarship
For Glendon applicants and requires an application.
Application Deadline: February 15
Submit the Glendon International Students Scholarship application package.

$5,000-$10,000

The Annie Demirjian’77 Scholarship
For Glendon applicants and requires an application.
Application Deadline: February 15
Submit the Glendon International Students Scholarship application package.

$5,000-10,000

International Scholarships and Awards Requiring an Application

York University is committed to giving a broad demographic of students access to a high quality, research-intensive learning environment committed to the public good. We champion diversity and inclusivity, embracing differing perspectives, peoples, and ways of knowing, and fostering global fluencies and cross-cultural knowledges. International students who attend York University have access to a wide variety of supports, academic, financial, and otherwise to help them in meeting their academic goals.

To be considered for the scholarships and awards below, you must submit the International Student Scholarship & Award Application. These scholarships and awards are for applicants with an exceptional academic profile, and who demonstrate leadership through community service or excellence in the arts or sport. Students do not need an offer of admission to apply for York entrance awards and scholarships.
Note: Scholarship values are subject to change.

Important dates:
The Fall/Winter 2024-2025 application will open in November 2023.
The application deadline is February 15, 2024.

Full details will be available in the International Student Scholarship & Award Application form when it opens in November.

Note: A 9-digit York reference number is required, which you will receive within 5 business days of applying to York. Ensure that you submit your application for admission well in advance of the scholarship application deadline February 15, 2024.

Requirements:

  • Must be an international student who is required to have a Study Permit to study in Canada
  • Must have applied to an undergraduate degree program at York that begins in Fall 2024
  • Must have applied to York directly from high school no more than two years after graduation, and have no previous university or college studies (not applicable to Tentanda Via Award) 
  • Must have an excellent academic record with a minimum “A” average or equivalent (where applicable)
  • Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in the arts, sports, or other areas of individual achievement (where applicable)
  • Must upload one letter of recommendation or other supporting documents as applicable
  • Must ensure all required documents are shown as “Received” in the York application (MyFile), by February 15, 2024 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time
  • Must complete and submit the online International Student Scholarship Application by February 15, 2024 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time

Apply Now

The Application form opens around November 15.

By submitting the International Student Scholarship & Award Application, you will be considered for the scholarships listed below except for the Tentanda Via Award (you must specifically select the Tentanda Via Award on the application form to be considered):

Awards Amount
President’s International Scholarship of Excellence
Twenty (20) of these scholarships are awarded per year, valued at $45,000/year. It is renewable for an additional three years of full-time undergraduate study if the student maintains good academic standing each year, bringing it to a total of $180,000 over four years.
$180,000 ($45,000 x 4 years)
Tentanda Via Award
Fifteen (15) of these awards are awarded per year, valued at $30,000/year. It is renewable for an additional three years of full-time undergraduate study if the student maintains good academic standing each year, bringing it to a total of $120,000 over four years.
$120,000 ($30,000 x 4 years)
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award for International Students
Two (2) of these scholarships are awarded per year, valued at $20,000/year. It is renewable for an additional three years of full-time undergraduate study if the student maintains high academic standing each year, bringing it to a total of $80,000 over four years.
$80,000 ($20,000 x 4 years)
International Circle of Scholar’s Scholarship
One (1) of these scholarships is awarded per year, valued at $15,000. It is for $15,000 towards a student’s first year of study.
$15,000
York University Academic Excellence Scholarships for International Students
Five (5) to 10 of these scholarships are awarded per year, valued at $5,000 to $10,000. It is for $5,000 to $10,000 towards a student’s first year of study.
$5,000-10,000

EMPLOYMENT

Visit the Work/Study website for information on job opportunities available to international students at York.

OTHER SOURCES / EXTERNAL FUNDING

Many organizations offer awards and/or scholarships. Sites noted below are helpful for information on additional funding opportunities.

I am an Indigenous applicant

The following section lists resources specific to Indigenous applicants. 

BAND FUNDING

If you are a First Nations (status), Métis or Inuit student, you may be eligible for postsecondary financial support to help offset the costs of tuition, books and supplies, travel and living expenses. Given that each Band, Tribal Council or other funding agency has its own postsecondary policy, you will need to contact your Band or Tribal Council directly. The Coordinator of the Centre for Indigenous Student Services, Randy Pitawanakwat, can assist you during this process. Contact Randy at rpitawan@yorku.ca.

Detailed information is available on our Student Financial Services website: Post-Secondary Financial Support for Indigenous Students: Sponsorship Funding.

How to apply for Band funding:

  • Contact the Education Counsellor at your local Band office to have a postsecondary education application package sent to you.
  • Carefully read the policy and guidelines. Complete and send out the application before the required deadline.
  • Your Band office will inform you if you have been approved. Follow through with any additional requests from the Band.

If you receive Band funding, your tuition fees will be paid directly to the University by a third party (your Band). Submit your sponsorship letter to Student Financial Services at the time of your enrolment. You must pay your registration deposit within five business days of enrolling in courses to maintain your enrolment status; York will then bill the third party for the balance of your fees. In some cases, your Band may also set up an account for you at the York University Bookstore to pay for your textbook costs.

YORK INDIGENOUS ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

Entrance scholarships, awards and bursaries available to Indigenous applicants are listed in the following table. For awards requiring an application, submit the application via MyFile as noted below. You do not need an offer of admission to submit the scholarships, awards and bursaries application in MyFile. Complete the application early so that you are considered for the most awards possible. The application closes April 1. If you qualify for one of these awards listed, you will receive an e-mail or letter letting you know the name of the scholarship or award you have received and the value. Full award and eligibility details are available by clicking the award name. Note: Scholarship values are subject to change.

AWARD AMOUNT

Bennett Family Award for Black and Indigenous Students ($7,500 x 4 years)

Deadline: April 1

$30,000

York Entrance Bursary for Indigenous Students ($2,200 x 4 years)

  • Available to status and non-status undergraduate students of Indigenous ancestry who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons and are residents of Ontario who demonstrate financial need
  • The bursary is renewable for a maximum of three additional years provided the student maintains a cumulative grade point average of 5.00 (C+) and enrolment in a minimum of 18 credits

Deadline: April 1

$8,800
Apply via MyFile

You are strongly encouraged to explore any other sections on this page which also apply to you:

Tentanda Via Award ($10,000 x 4 years)
Deadline: February 15

$40,000
Apply via MyFile