Scholarships and Bursaries

*NEW $3,000 ACUFC Bursaries for FSL Learning

Award	Amount
Bursaries for postsecondary studies in French as a second language Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: April 1	$3,000

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Award description at a glance:

• This new program was established by the Government of Canada. Its aim is to encourage young English-speaking students to pursue their postsecondary studies in French. The objective is simple: Allow a greater number of English-speaking Canadians to become bilingual. Watch this video for more information.

To receive a bursary for postsecondary studies in French as a second language, one must:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
• Have English as the first official language spoken;
• Have completed their secondary school studies in an English-language institution and graduated from this institution;
• Have reached the postsecondary level of education;
• Study full time in a Canadian institution during the current year;
• Intend to pursue full-time studies in a college or undergraduate university program in Canada, to take at least 50% of their courses and participate in related activities (placements and training activities in the community) in French.

Note: Special consideration will be given to students facing financial challenges and those who come from under-represented groups.

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 your MyFile application as noted below. 

Some helpful tips:

• 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 MyFile 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 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database. Note: Scholarship values are subject to change.

Award	Amount
York University Automatic Entrance Scholarships Application method: No award application required. NOTE FOR CÉGEP: Effective for Fall-Winter 2021, all students admitted with CÉGEP (one and two years) as their basis of admission will now be eligible to receive the automatic entrance scholarship if they meet the minimum GPA requirement.	$1000 – $16,000*

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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) - $1000 

*Effective Fall/Winter 2022-2023, 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).

Award	Amount
Tentanda Via Award Application method: Domestic applicants apply via MyFile between November 1 and February 15 International applicants apply via the online application form between December 1 and February 3	$40,000 ($10,000 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• The Tentanda Via Award has been created to recognize undergraduate students who: (a) Have had to face significant personal barriers, and who despite these challenges, have persevered and demonstrated fortitude and resilience in overcoming these personal barriers in the pursuit of a university education; or (b) Are student leaders/changemakers who are pushing boundaries by demonstrating commitment to progressive and sustainable development initiatives by making a difference regarding compelling issues of our time (either connected to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (‘SDGs’) or other complex issues).
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
President’s Scholarships Application method: No award application required.	$21,600 ($5,400 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to the top student in each Faculty entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study who have achieved the highest admission average (including prerequisites) 
• This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance Scholarship 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Chancellor Cory Entrance Scholarship Application method: No award application required.	$16,000 ($4,000 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a student entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study who has achieved a minimum 90% admission average 
• The recipient of this award is also eligible for the York University Automatic Entrance Scholarship 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award

Amount

Governors’ Awards of Distinction John Proctor Scholarship  Alumni Award of Distinction Scholarship Murray Ross Scholarship Betty-Jean and John M. Bankes Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. In addition, you must submit three letters of recommendation by mail. Deadline:  February 15

$32,000 ($8,000 x 4 years, plus cost of residence accommodation for first year, approx. $4,000)

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a student entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study who has achieved a minimum 90% admission average 
• Applicants must demonstrate accomplishments in community service, leadership, arts or sports, or excellence in other areas of individual endeavour which demonstrate the wholeness of the person and grace of character 
• This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship 
• Click on each award’s title above for full award details and application instructions 

Award	Amount
York University Awards of Achievement Application method: No award application required	$24,000 ($6,000 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• Recipients are selected from applicants short-listed for the Governors’ Awards of Distinction.
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database

Award	Amount
Awards of Distinction Merit Scholarships Application method: No award application required	$2,000

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Award description at a glance:

• Recipients are selected from applicants short-listed for the Governors’ Awards of Distinction.
• This scholarship can be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship.
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Harry Arthurs Alumni Families Entrance Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. You must also submit three letters of recommendation and a letter outlining your relationship to a York University alumnus by mail. Deadline:  February 15	$24,000 ($6,000 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a student entering their first year of undergraduate study with a minimum 90% admission average 
• Applicant must be a child, grandchild or sibling of a York alumnus/alumna 
• Applicant must demonstrate a record of participation and leadership in extracurricular student life 
• This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database

Award	Amount
Avie  Bennett Visionary Leadership Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. You must also submit your letters of recommendation and leadership project proposal by mail. Deadline:  April 1	$36,000 ($9,000 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a student entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study with a minimum 80% admission average 
• Applicant must be a resident of Brampton (Ontario), demonstrate financial need, and have a proven commitment to service and society and a desire to continue that service as a leader while at York 
• This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Honderich  Bursary Application method: Apply via MyFile and contact your high school guidance office for the in-school application form. Deadline:  April 1	$32,000 ($8,000 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• For incoming high school students from James Cardinal McGuigan Secondary School, Emery Collegiate Institute, CW Jeffrey’s Secondary School and Westview Centennial Secondary School 
• Recipients are guaranteed a summer job at the Toronto Star at the end of the first year 
• This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship or the York Continuing Student Scholarship 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Bennett Family Award for Black and Indigenous Students Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline:  April 1	$30,000 ($7,500 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• The Bennett Family Award for Black and Indigenous Students will be available to students who identify as Black and/or Indigenous.
• Recipients must have a 75% admission average be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons and residents of Ontario who demonstrate financial need.
• The award is renewable for 3 additional years provided the recipient maintains a 6.0 sessional GPA.
• This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with another renewable entrance scholarship, the York University Automatic Entrance Scholarship or the York University Continuing Student Scholarship.
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database.

Award	Amount
Bennett First Generation Award Application method: Apply via MyFile  Deadline:  April 1	$30,000 ($7,500 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• The Bennett First Generation Award will be granted to first-generation students entering their first year of undergraduate study who have a minimum admission average of 75%.
• To be eligible, recipients must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, residents of Ontario and demonstrate financial need.
• The Award will be renewable up to 3 years, provided the recipient maintains good academic standing and continues to demonstrate financial need.
• This Award cannot be held in conjunction with another renewable entrance scholarship, the York University Automatic Entrance Scholarship, or the York University Continuing Student Scholarship.
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database.

Award	Amount
Bennett Family Jane and Finch Award Application method: Apply via MyFile  Deadline:  April 1	$30,000 ($7,500 x 4 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• The Bennett Family Jane & Finch Award will be granted to students entering first year of undergraduate study from a high school within the Jane and Finch community (Westview Centennial Secondary School, C.W. Jeffreys Collegiate Institute, Emery Collegiate Institute, James Cardinal McGuigan and North Albion Collegiate) who have a minimum admission average of 75%.
• To be eligible, recipients must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, residents of Ontario and demonstrate financial need.
• The Award will be renewable up to 3 years, provided the recipient maintains a minimum grade point average of 6.0 and continue to demonstrate financial need.
• Recipients of a renewable award must continue to participate in mentoring programs offered in local community schools to support and encourage younger students to persist in their current studies and pursue postsecondary education.
• This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with another renewable entrance scholarship, the York University Automatic Entrance Scholarship or the York University Continuing Student Scholarship.
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database.

Award	Amount
York University Renewable Entrance Athletic Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. Deadline:  April 1	$22,500 ($4,500 x 5 years)

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a student entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average 
• This scholarship was established to support athletic and academic excellence 
• This scholarship can be held in conjunction with other merit-based scholarships and awards however the value of all funding in which athletic ability is a criteria cannot exceed $4500 (or the value of tuition and compulsory fees) per year 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Various awards There are a variety of other entrance awards and bursaries for you to apply for! A detailed listing is available when you log into the scholarships, awards and bursaries application through MyFile. Deadline to apply:  April 1	$500-$4,000

Glendon Entrance Scholarships & Awards

Award	Amount
LLIR 40th Anniversary Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile	$1,250

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to the top incoming Glendon student who graduated from an immersion or extended French program in Ontario. To be eligible, students must demonstrate financial need.
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database

Award	Amount
Pearson Alumni Entrance Scholarship Application method: No award application required. Deadline: April 1	$1,500

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a Canadian high school student entering Year 1 at Glendon with high academic standing
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Glendon Bursary for Black Students Application method:  Apply via MyFile Deadline: April 1	$1,000

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Award description at a glance:

• Glendon strives to be a safe, equitable and welcoming environment for all students. Black students, who represent a significant portion of Glendon’s student population, have identified the ways in which anti-Black racism has limited access to academic resources – including grants, fellowships and scholarships. In order to support Black inclusion at Glendon, Glendon is offering Black francophone students an award, with the aim of reducing financial barriers and creating a more inclusive environment.
• Preference will be given to Black Francophone Glendon students who demonstrate financial need.
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Ethel Harris Entrance Scholarship	$10,000
Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline:  April 1

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to entering undergraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence and are applying to Glendon from outside of Ontario. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate financial need. 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database  

Award	Amount
Ron  Triffon  Entrance Scholarship	$1,500
Application method: No award application required.

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a Year 1 Glendon student with high academic standing coming from a province east of Ontario (Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland & Labrador and Prince Edward Island)
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Perigoe Family Scholarship	$1,000
Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline:  April 1

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to the top incoming Glendon student majoring in English demonstrating financial need 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database  

Award	Amount
Club Richelieu Internship	$1,500
Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities and community service. Deadline:  April 1

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a new full-time Glendon student in exchange for 100 hours of community service in their second language 
• Recipient must demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities and financial need 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Omer and Norah Deslauriers  Internship	$1,500
Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities and community service. Deadline:  April 1

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to a new full-time Glendon student in exchange for 100 hours of community service in their second language 
• Recipient must demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities and financial need 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database

Award	Amount
Bourse d’entrée pour les finissants des écoles de langue française  de  l’Ontario	$3,000
Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: April 1

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to students entering directly from an Ontario French-language high school who demonstrate financial need 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Roseann  Runte  Scholarship	$1,250
Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service and personal statement. Deadline: April 1

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to students entering their first year of studies who demonstrate high academic achievement and leadership 
• Students must also show a commitment to bilingualism at the national or international level 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Escott Reid Entrance Scholarship	$1,000
Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service and personal statement. Deadline: April 1

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to an incoming Glendon student who demonstrates activity in international events through education, volunteerism or employment 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database 

Award	Amount
Sarah and Joe  Rainsberger  Entrance Bursary for Home-Schooled Students	$1,000
Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: personal statement. Deadline: April 1

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Award description at a glance:

• Awarded to an incoming Glendon student who has been home schooled and who demonstrates financial need 
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database

Award	Amount
John M. Vincent Bursaries Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline to apply: April 1	$1,000

Award description at a glance:

• The John M. Vincent Bursaries will be awarded to entering undergraduate students at Glendon Campus who demonstrate financial need. This award was established by John M. Vincent (BA '67) who attended Glendon College as a mature student. His positive experience and Glendon professors played a pivotal role in his education and ensuing 28- year career in the Canadian Trade Service (Foreign Affairs) and with the Canadian Department of Industry. He hopes this bursary will enable more students to broaden their knowledge and give them the good general grounding that he got from Glendon which prepared him for a career in public service.
• Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database