Applications for the LA&PS Emergency Bursary are now closed and will resume in the Fall of 2026. Please visit Emergency Bursaries to apply for the York University Emergency Bursary.
LA&PS Student Emergency Bursary
The LA&PS Student Emergency Bursary is administered by the Associate Dean, Students in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies. This bursary is to assist current LA&PS domestic students who are experiencing financial need and meet the criteria listed below. It is intended to cover costs directly related to the student's academic success.
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Application Details
The recipient must:
- be enrolled in the faculty of LA&PS
- be registered and pursuing an undergraduate degree
- be enrolled in courses at the time of application
- be a domestic student
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person
- be a resident of Ontario
- submit a statement outlining their personal and educational background
- complete the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) Application for the current session before applying
Note: Both full and part-time students who meet the above criteria are eligible to apply. You may only apply once to this bursary during your academic career at York University.
Preference will be given to students experiencing:
- Financial difficulty through unforeseen circumstances
- Housing insecurity
- Food insecurity
- Loss of wages
- Urgent need for basic living necessities
Note: Due to limited funds, this bursary will not fund a student’s entire financial need. The maximum amount for this bursary is $500, with $500 only being given in extenuating circumstances. Due to limited financial resources, students can only receive this bursary once per academic year (e.g., September-April).
LA&PS Student Emergency Bursary will be adjudicated at the end of each month during the fall and winter terms of the academic year.
Additional Financial Resources
Domestic Students
If you are a domestic student, please visit the Student Financial Services Emergency Bursaries for details on how to apply for the York University Emergency Bursary.
International Students
If you are an international student, please visit the York International Global Learning Funding page for more information about York University's International Student Emergency Bursary.
Graduate Students
Graduate students should apply for assistance through the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS).
Additional Funding
Please visit the Scholarships, Awards & Bursaries for full details on additional scholarships, awards and bursaries along with information on how to apply.
