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York University Retirees' Association (YURA) Graduate Award

Overview

The York University Retirees' Association (YURA) Graduate Award was established in 2014. It will be awarded to full-time Master's students who demonstrate financial need and either a strong commitment to volunteerism in the community or active engagement in a student leadership role.

The YURA Graduate Award applications are available to eligible students in Faculties on the following rotational basis:

  • In academic year 2023-2024, the award will be available to students enrolled in Business or Law.
  • In academic year 2024-2025, the award will be available to students enrolled in the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD), Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS), Glendon or Education.
  • In academic year 2025-2026, the award will be available to students enrolled in the Faculties of Engineering, Environmental Studies, Health, or Science.

A new three-year cycle following the above rotational pattern will be set for 2026-27 and beyond.

Applications are reviewed and awarded by the Faculty of Graduate Studies Awards Committee.

Value and Duration

  • Annually
  • 3-4 awards valued at $1,500 each.

Eligibility (for 2024-25)

  • Full-time registered York Master's student in School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD), Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS), Glendon or Education.
  • Actively engaged in volunteer activities or in a student leadership role;
  • A minimum academic standing of B+
  • Demonstrate financial need.

Deadlines

  • January 3

How to Apply

Support

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