Funding for Students
Below is information about funding opportunities such as scholarships and bursaries for students.
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Dr. J. Donald Rowlatt Entrance Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to a British Columbia secondary school student entering their first year at UVic and who has been granted admission to the Peter B. Gustavson School of Business. Preference will be given to an aboriginal student. This scholarship is...
George W. Nelms Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship will be awarded to a student with high academic standing who is entering UVic directly from a secondary school or college in Northern British Columbia or the Peace River district of Alberta and intends to pursue a degree in a program offered by the...
A.H.B. “Spoon” Wotherspoon Memorial Scholarship
Children of insurance industry practitioners can apply for the A.H.B. "Spoon" Wotherspoon Memorial Scholarships, worth $1000. Applicants must show a commitment to community service and preference given to applicants with a connection to an IBABC member. Application...
BC Housing Education Awards Program
The Education Awards Program helps residents in a household directly receiving subsidy from BC Housing, or receiving rental assistance through the Rental Assistance Program (RAP) at the start of courses pursue their educational goals. The bursaries and awards are for...
Jane-Claire Inkster Memorial Scholarship
Three scholarships will be awarded to students who intend to study programs other than business, commerce, or economics and who are entering the University of Victoria from British Columbia secondary schools, colleges, or universities. Preference will be given to...
India Canada Cultural Association of Victoria Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded to a student entering the University of Victoria directly from a British Columbia secondary school or college. Preference is given to an Indo-Canadian student. Eligibility requirements include: attending UVIC within two years of graduating...
Youth Futures Education Fund
Youth Futures Education Fund helps former youth in care navigate post secondary education. They provide ways to get financial aid and can answer general questions as well. Website: https://youthfutures.ca/youth-resources/ Contact: Andrew Procknow (Campaign Manager for...
B.C. access grant for deaf students
This grant helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students with the additional costs incurred while attending specialized post-secondary institutions where the curriculum is delivered in American Sign Language. If you would like to learn more follow the link below....
Grants for Indigenous Students through Aboriginal Learning Links B.C.
Aboriginal Learning Links is a resource that helps connect indigenous students with various funding programs for post-secondary education. They will also help student with the application process and to discover government funding programs that are available. Contact:...