We want to recognize your academic success and provide a financial boost to those who need it. Not just a source of extra funds – scholarships, awards and bursaries are a great way to enhance your resume and university transcript, demonstrating your hard work and dedication to your studies.
If you have an unexpected financial need – short-term emergency funding is also available.
Entrance Awards
Did you know that there are numerous financial aid opportunities available for students enrolling at York? The awards listed below can assist with tuition costs, allowing you to concentrate on your studies. Take a look at some of the available awards and apply now!

Financial Aid, Awards & Scholarships (FAAS App) is transforming the way you get access to financial aid!
Did you know that York University is transforming the way students get access to the many financial aid, awards and scholarship opportunities that are available to them? York is also making it easier for faculty and staff to adjudicate and distribute the awards.
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Winter application period is now open!
Please ensure you fully complete your profile, including the financial section, to see all funding opportunities available to you!
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Questions?
We're here to help answer any questions you may have about scholarships, awards and bursaries. Email awdslaps@yorku.ca for more information.
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Morris Krever History Prize
Department of History
Value: $1,500
Offered: Winter
Demographic Requirement: Demonstrated Financial Need
Nick DiLorenzo/Ontario Formwork Bursary
Department of Languages, Literatures & Linguistics
Value: Varied Unspecified
Offered: Summer
Nicol, Vince and Wensley Prize in Anthropology
Department of Anthropology
Value: $100
Offered: Winter
Ontario Modern Language Teachers' Association Toronto French Contest Prize
Department of French Studies
Value: $1,400
Offered: Fall
Demographic Requirement: Demonstrated Financial Need
Ontario Real Estate Association Prize
School of Administrative Studies
Value: $500
Offered: Fall, Winter
Outstanding International Student Leadership & Volunteer Award
Dean's Office
Value: $300
Offered: Winter
Demographic Requirement: Community Service, Demonstrated Leadership, Extra Curricular Activities, International
Outstanding Sociology Student Award
Department of Sociology
Value: $100
Offered: Summer
Demographic Requirement: Community Service, Extra Curricular Activities
Outstanding Student Leadership Award
Dean's Office
Value: $300
Offered: Winter
Demographic Requirement: Demonstrated Leadership, Extra Curricular Activities
Penny Jolliffe Scholarship in Communication Studies
Department of Communication & Media Studies
Value: $130
Offered: Winter
Peter and Basya Hunter Award
Value: $600
Offered: Fall
Demographic Requirement: Demonstrated Financial Need, Ontario resident
Peter Sato Award in Japanese Language
Department of Languages, Literatures & Linguistics
Value: $500