Donor awards, bursaries and University Works
Looking for financial assistance? Check out our bursaries, donor awards and University Works applications. See below for application instructions and frequently asked questions.
Please note: Once you have opened an application, even just to view it, the application moves to the next step, “My Open Applications,” within the blue Update box.
Apply
If you are opening or viewing a bursary, donor award, or University Works application for the first time.
Update
If you have opened, viewed or started an application for a bursary, donor award or University Works.
Results
The results of your submitted bursary, donor award or University Works application.
Frequently asked questions
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Why can't I find an application?
Applications are made available to you based on a number of factors, including university deadlines, as well as your residency, course load, student level and, in some cases, your faculty or program of study.
If you are unable to find or modify the application you are looking for, please check the following:
- Confirm the university deadlines, as the deadline to apply may have passed.
- Check your registration record, as you may not meet the eligibility requirements to apply for the award.
Please note: Once you have opened an application, even just to view it, the application moves to the next step, “My Open Applications,” within the blue Update box.
If you have followed the steps above and still have further questions about missing applications, please contact us at connect@ontariotechu.ca.
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Can students with a disability apply for a full-time bursary?
Yes. If you're a student with a documented disability that impacts your ability to take a full course load and you are unable to locate the full-time bursary application, please contact us to have the full-time application opened for you.
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Where is the part-time bursary application?
If you are studying part-time, the bursary application will not be visible until you have booked an appointment with a Financial Aid Officer (FAO) to determine bursary eligibility. If eligible, the application will be opened for you to complete.
Part-time bursaries may be provided to assist with tuition fees and book expenses. Normally, assistance will not be provided to cover living expenses.
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When will my application be assessed?
Applications are assessed based on a variety of criteria. Some bursary, donor award or University Works applications will receive immediate assessment if the information provided meets specific criteria.
Applications will normally be assessed within two weeks from the application deadline. In some cases, individual students may have their applications assessed earlier.
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What is the difference between a bursary, award and scholarship?
- Bursary: Based on financial need.
- Scholarship: Based on academic merit.
- Award: Based on varying criteria, a combination of financial need, academic merit and community involvement.
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What is the University Works program?
Our on-campus employment program is designed to help full-time undergraduate students gain useful career-related experiences. We're here to help you achieve both your personal and professional goals, with a focus on growing your résumé.
Learn more about our University Works Program.
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Why is the University Works application missing?
The University Works application is available during designated time periods. Once the deadline has passed, the application will no longer be visible. If you are unable to find or modify the University Works application:
- The deadline may have passed.
- Check your registration record, as you may not meet the eligibility requirements to apply for University Works.
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Where can I find more information?
Check out our one-stop-shop page for further information about financial aid services including OSAP, bursaries and awards, University Works, and answers to your commonly asked questions.
