Overview

David Hunter Jorgensen was a graduate of the Master's program in English at York University and a member of the Doctoral program. His family has established this award in his honour, to recognize a Master’s or Doctoral student with a disability.

Value and Duration

• One award of up to $5,000 (Subject to change)
• Non-renewable

Eligibility

• Full-time or part-time Master's or Doctoral with a disability;
  • Financial need will be considered

Deadlines

• November 20

Award Period (when the award will be paid)

• Winter Term

Application Process

Students must complete the Award Submission Portal with the following information:

• The applicant's statement section should outline why the applicant wishes to apply for this award, their strengths and achievements as a graduate student as well as how the award will be used. Please note that you are not required to disclose your disability.
• A letter of support that demonstrates the student's strengths and achievements (academic or non-academic).
• Complete Student Financial Profile.

Support

• If you require further assistance, please contact our Scholarship & Awards Coordinator by visiting our FGS Staff Directory.