Awards & Scholarships for Current Students

Offered upon admission to selected outstanding international students on the basis of merit. Financial need may be considered. Students are automatically considered for this award. The value of the award is equal to the cost of international tuition, including tuition fees, incidental fees and UHIP fees for four consecutive years, or until degree completion, whichever comes first. Residence fees are not included under this award.

Terms & Conditions

This award is for four consecutive academic years (Fall/Winter terms) and the total award value is indicated on your JOIN U of T portal. 

This award is not tenable with any other admission award offered by the University of Toronto and supersedes any other previously awarded scholarships received with your admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science. Receipt of this award will not affect your application to the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship if you are still under consideration. Should you be selected as a recipient of the Lester B. Pearson Scholarship at a later time, this award will be null and void. 

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration in eight consecutive Fall/Winter terms and completion of at least 3.0 credits by the end of each Fall/Winter session (September - April). An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation. Credits earned during Summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered. An exception is made for transfer credits earned during an outbound exchange through U of T Programs (Centre for International Experience). Please see the Outbound Exchange section below for more information. Summer session tuition fees are not included under this award. 
3. Registration as an international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit) in the Faculty of Arts & Science. International students charged domestic fees are not eligible.
4. Registration in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus. As this award is funded by the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus, it is not transferable to other campuses or faculties.  
5. Registration in a regulated fee program within Humanities, Social Sciences, Life Sciences or Math & Physical Sciences. De-regulated academic programs including Rotman Commerce (Specialist), Computer Science (Specialist or Major), Data Science (Specialist) and Bioinformatics & Computational Biology (Specialist) are not eligible in any year.  

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the Terms & Conditions as outlined above following your first, second and third year of study (consecutive). The renewal will be based on your final grades and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following Summer term. While renewal is not tied to a specific minimum grade point average, we expect that your high academic achievement will continue and that you remain “in good standing” as defined by the Faculty of Arts & Science. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance. Please consult with your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding your academic progress and ability to meet the Terms & Conditions of this award.

Payment

The annual award value will be applied to your student account in two installments after your full-time registration in an eligible program is confirmed. The first installment will be made in November and the second installment will be made in February. This scholarship is eligible for a tuition fee deferral (registration without payment) on the basis of Undergraduate Awards. For more information, please visit the Student Accounts Website.

Should you complete your degree in less than eight consecutive Fall/Winter terms, the award payment will be applied to your student account up to and including your final Fall term of fourth year, provided you meet all the award Terms & Conditions outlined above and are enrolled in a minimum of 1.5 FCE. If you are enrolled in less than 1.5 FCE, you will not be eligible to receive the award. Should you complete your degree within your first, second, or third year of study, you would not be eligible for further award renewals.  

Changes to Registration, Legal or Fee-Paying Status  

You are required to inform the Office of the Faculty Registrar, Arts & Science before dropping below full-time status, withdrawing from your studies or if there is a change in your legal or fee paying status. Students who withdraw, substantially reduce their course-load or have a change to their legal or fee paying status during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation.  

Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) 

Recipients of this award who are participating in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) are eligible for a scholarship deferral during their work term period. To be eligible for a scholarship deferral, students must meet the Terms & Conditions of the award at the time of their deferral request and must continue to meet the Terms & Conditions upon their immediate return to studies. While the scholarship is deferred, students are responsible for any fees incurred. Full conditions on award deferrals are outlined below: 

Fall Term Return to Studies

Students with a Fall restart must meet all Terms & Conditions, including full-time registration status and enrolment in a minimum of 3.0 FCE. The full renewal payment will be disbursed upon confirmation of registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions, typically by mid-October.  

Winter Term Return to Studies

• Students with a Winter restart must meet all Terms & Conditions, including full-time registration status as an international student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus.  
• Remain “in good standing” as defined by the Faculty of Arts & Science. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance.  
• Recipients of the A&S Global Scholarship will be eligible for renewal provided they maintain enrolment and successfully complete a minimum of 1.5 FCE in the Winter term. 
• Payments will be disbursed upon confirmation of registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions, typically by early February. 

If students return to studies with a part-time status, they will no longer be eligible to receive their award. An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation. 

The award will not exceed the total original offered value and will not exceed 8 terms of full-time study. 

If students do not meet the terms as outlined above upon return to studies, the scholarship will be cancelled in full. 

U of T Outbound Exchange 

Recipients of this award who are participating in an outbound exchange through the Centre for International Experience (CIE) must meet the Terms & Conditions of the award at the time of their outbound exchange and must continue to meet the Terms & Conditions upon their immediate return to studies. Students are required to maintain full-time registration during their outbound exchange.  Full conditions on renewal eligibility requirements are outlined below:   

Fall or Winter Term Abroad (one term) 

If you are participating in an outbound exchange program for one term (i.e., Fall term only or Winter term only), you will be required to earn a minimum of 1.5 FCE in transfer credits during your study abroad and 1.5 FCE during your study term at the Faculty of Arts & Science, University of Toronto. Award renewal eligibility will be assessed once the transfer credits have been assessed and recorded on ACORN. For information regarding transfer credits earned through Learning Abroad & Exchange Programs, please visit the Transfer Credit Team’s website. Please note, award renewals for outbound exchange students may be delayed as timelines are contingent upon the transfer credit process.  

Fall & Winter Terms Abroad (two terms) 

If you are participating in an outbound exchange program for two consecutive terms (i.e., the Fall and Winter terms), you are required to maintain full-time registration and earn a minimum of 3.0 FCE in transfer credits during your study abroad. Award renewal eligibility will be assessed once the transfer credits have been assessed and recorded on ACORN. For information regarding transfer credits earned through Learning Abroad & Exchange Programs, please visit the Transfer Credit Team’s website. Please note, award renewals for outbound exchange students may be delayed as timelines are contingent upon the transfer credit process. 

Additional information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Note: The Building Canadian Leaders: Physical & Mathematical Sciences Award is no longer being offered as of 2024. 

Awarded to domestic students (Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, Protected Persons or (Convention Refugees) entering the Physical & Mathematical Sciences admission category. The award supports and encourages well-rounded students who demonstrate a track record of community engagement, involvement in sports, culture and extracurricular activities, entrepreneurial spirit and leadership potential. Valued up to approximately $14,000 over four years of study. 

Terms & Conditions

This award is for four consecutive academic years (Fall/Winter terms) and the total award value is indicated on your JOIN U of T portal. 

This award is not tenable with any other admission award offered by the University of Toronto. This means that the scholarship offer that is of higher value will replace the scholarship of lower value. If in doubt, please contact the Faculty of Arts & Science Awards Unit at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration in Physical & Mathematical Sciences at the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus, in Year 1.
3. Full-time registration in a Specialist or Major Physical & Mathematical Sciences program at the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus, in Years 2, 3 and 4.
4. This award is renewable for three additional years, provided you continue to be enrolled full time and maintain an annual GPA (AGPA) of 3.0 or higher. The renewal will be based on your final grades, and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following Summer term. Credits earned during Summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered. 

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the Terms & Conditions outlined above following your first, second and third consecutive year of study in an Arts & Science degree program. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance.

Payment

The value of this award is based on the annual income earned from endowed funds and is estimated to be up to approximately $14,000 over four years of study. The annual award value will be confirmed in July at the time of renewal eligibility assessment. The estimated breakdown is as follows but may be subject to change: 

Year 1 - $2,000
Year 2 - $3,000
Year 3 - $4,000
Year 4 - $5,000

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your full-time registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions is confirmed, typically by mid-October.

Withdrawal or Transfer to Part-Time

Students are required to inform the Office of the Faculty Registrar, Arts & Science before dropping below full-time status. Students who withdraw or reduce their course-load below the threshold may be required to repay all or part of their award. 

Additional Information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Offered to an undergraduate student for general proficiency upon admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science. The total award value is $5,500 over four years of study, with $2,500 awarded upon registration in first year and $1,000 awarded in the second, third and fourth years if the Terms and Conditions of the scholarship are met.

Terms & Conditions

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration as a student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus; the award is not transferable to other campuses or faculties.
3. This award is renewable for three additional years at $1,000, provided you continue to be enrolled full time and provided outstanding academic performance is maintained (Annual GPA of 3.50 or higher). The renewal will be based on your final grades and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following Summer term. Credits earned during Summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered.

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the Terms & Conditions outlined above following your first, second and third consecutive year of study in an Arts & Science degree program. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance. 

Payment

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your full-time registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions is confirmed, typically by mid-October.    

Withdrawal or Transfer to Part-Time

Students who withdraw or who substantially reduce their course load during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. Please consult with the Office of the Faculty Registrar before dropping below full-time status or withdrawing from your studies.

Additional Information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Note: The terms and conditions below are applicable to students admitted to the Faculty of Arts & Science as of 2023. This award is not renewable for students admitted to the Faculty of Arts & Science prior to 2023.  

Offered upon admission to selected international students on the basis of merit. Students are automatically considered for this award, which is valued at up to $50,000 over four consecutive years, or until degree completion, whichever comes first (up to $20,000 in the first year and renewable for $10,000 in the second, third and fourth years). 

Terms & Conditions

The total award value is indicated in your JOIN U of T portal. 

This award is tenable with other University of Toronto admission awards, unless otherwise stated. An exception is the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship, the Arts & Science Global Scholarship, the International Student Admission Bursary and the University of Toronto International Scholar Award.

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration in eight consecutive Fall/Winter terms and completion of at least 3.0 credits by the end of each Fall/Winter session (September - April). An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation.  Credits earned during Summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered. An exception is made for transfer credits earned during an outbound exchange through U of T Programs (Centre for International Experience). Please see the Outbound Exchange section below for more information. Summer session tuition fees are not included under this award.
3. Registration as an international student (i.e., a non-Canadian requiring a study permit) in the Faculty of Arts & Science. International students charged domestic fees are not eligible for this award.
4. Registration as a student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus. The award is not transferable to other campuses or faculties.

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the above outlined Terms & Conditions following your first, second and third year of study. The renewal will be based on your final grades, and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following Summer term. While renewal is not tied to a specific minimum grade point average, we expect that your high academic achievement will continue and that you remain “in good standing” as defined by the Faculty of Arts & Science. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance. Please consult with your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding your academic progress and ability to meet the Terms & Conditions of this award. 

Payment

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions is confirmed for the Fall term, typically by mid-October. This scholarship is not eligible for a tuition fee deferral on the basis of an Undergraduate Award. For more information, please visit the Student Accounts Website.   

Should you complete your degree in less than eight consecutive Fall/Winter terms, the award payment will be applied to your student account up to and including your final Fall term of fourth year, provided you meet all the award Terms & Conditions outlined above and are enrolled in a minimum of 1.5 FCE. If you are enrolled in less than 1.5 FCE, you will not be eligible to receive the award. Should the annual award value exceed outstanding fees owing in your final term, the remaining value will not be disbursed. Should you complete your degree within your first, second, or third year of study, you would not be eligible for further award renewals.

Changes to Registration, Legal or Fee-Paying Status  

You are required to inform the Office of the Faculty Registrar, Arts & Science before dropping below full-time status, withdrawing from your studies or if there is a change in your legal or fee paying status. Students who withdraw, substantially reduce their course-load or have a change to their legal or fee paying status during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation.  

Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP)  

Recipients of this award who are participating in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) are eligible for a scholarship deferral during their work term period. To be eligible for a scholarship deferral, students must meet the Terms & Conditions of the award at the time of their deferral request and must continue to meet the Terms & Conditions upon their immediate return to studies. While the scholarship is deferred, students are responsible for any fees incurred. Full conditions on award deferrals are outlined below:  

Fall Term Return to Studies 

Students with a Fall re-start must meet all Terms & Conditions, including full-time registration status and enrolment in a minimum of 3.0 FCE. The full renewal payment will be disbursed upon confirmation of registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions, typically by mid-October.   

Winter Term Return to Studies 

• Students with a Winter restart must meet all Terms & Conditions, including full-time registration status as an international student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus.
• Remain “in good standing” as defined by the Faculty of Arts & Science. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance.  
• If students are enrolled in a minimum of 3.0 FCE, they will be eligible to receive the full renewal payment.   
• If students are enrolled in less than 3.0 FCE but more than 1.5 FCE, they will be eligible to receive a partial renewal payment of 50%. The remaining 50% will be applied to your student account in your final Fall term of fourth year, provided you meet all the award Terms & Conditions outlined above and are enrolled in a minimum of 1.5 FCE. If you are enrolled in less than 1.5 FCE, you will not be eligible to receive the carried forward partial payment of 50%.
• If students choose to fast track over the Summer and do not return to full-time study in their final Fall term, they will not be eligible to receive the carried forward partial payment of 50%. The award does not pay out funding in the Summer term.   
• Payments will be disbursed upon confirmation of registration, typically by early February.  

If students return to studies with a part-time status, they will no longer be eligible to receive their award. An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation.

The award will not exceed the total original offered value and will not exceed 8 terms of full-time study.  

If students do not meet the terms as outlined above upon return to studies, the scholarship will be cancelled in full.  

U of T Outbound Exchange 

Recipients of this award who are participating in an outbound exchange through the Centre for International Experience (CIE) must meet the Terms & Conditions of the award at the time of their outbound exchange and must continue to meet the Terms & Conditions upon their immediate return to studies. Students are required to maintain full-time registration during their outbound exchange.  Full conditions on renewal eligibility requirements are outlined below:   

Fall or Winter Term Abroad (one term) 

If you are participating in an outbound exchange program for one term (i.e., Fall term only or Winter term only), you will be required to earn a minimum of 1.5 FCE in transfer credits during your study abroad and 1.5 FCE during your study term at the Faculty of Arts & Science, University of Toronto. Award renewal eligibility will be assessed once the transfer credits have been assessed and recorded on ACORN. For information regarding transfer credits earned through Learning Abroad & Exchange Programs, please visit the Transfer Credit Team’s website. Please note, award renewals for outbound exchange students may be delayed as timelines are contingent upon the transfer credit process.  

Fall & Winter Terms Abroad (two terms) 

If you are participating in an outbound exchange program for two consecutive terms (i.e., the Fall and Winter terms), you are required to maintain full-time registration and earn a minimum of 3.0 FCE in transfer credits during your study abroad. Award renewal eligibility will be assessed once the transfer credits have been assessed and recorded on ACORN. For information regarding transfer credits earned through Learning Abroad & Exchange Programs, please visit the Transfer Credit Team’s website. Please note, award renewals for outbound exchange students may be delayed as timelines are contingent upon the transfer credit process. 

Additional Information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Note: The International Student Admission Bursary is no longer being offered as of 2024. 

Terms & Conditions

Note: The terms and conditions below are applicable to students admitted to the Faculty of Arts & Science as of 2022. This award is not renewable for students admitted to the Faculty of Arts & Science prior to 2022. 

This award is for four consecutive academic years (Fall/Winter terms) or until degree completion, whichever comes first. The total award value is indicated on your JOIN U of T portal. 

This award is tenable with other University of Toronto admission awards, unless otherwise stated. An exception is the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship, Arts & Science Global Scholarship, International Merit Admission Award and International Scholar Award — Faculty of Arts & Science.

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration in eight consecutive Fall/Winter terms and completion of at least 3.0 credits by the end of each Fall/Winter session (September - April). An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation. Credits earned during Summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered. An exception is made for transfer credits earned during an outbound exchange through U of T Programs (Centre for International Experience). Please see the Outbound Exchange section below for more information. Summer session tuition fees are not included under this award.
3. Registration as an international student (i.e., a non-Canadian requiring a study permit) in the Faculty of Arts & Science. International students charged domestic fees are not eligible.
4. Registration in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus. As this award is funded by the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus, it is not transferable to other campuses or faculties. 

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the above outlined Terms & Conditions following your first, second and third year of study. The renewal will be based on your final grades, and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following Summer term. While renewal is not tied to a specific minimum grade point average, we expect that your high academic achievement will continue and that you remain “in good standing” as defined by the Faculty of Arts & Science. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance. Please consult with your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding your academic progress and ability to meet the Terms & Conditions of this award.

Payment

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions is confirmed for the Fall term, typically by mid-October. This scholarship is not eligible for a tuition fee deferral on the basis of an Undergraduate Award. For more information, please visit the Student Accounts website.   

Should you complete your degree in less than eight consecutive Fall/Winter terms, the award payment will be applied to your student account up to and including your final Fall term of fourth year, provided you meet all the award Terms & Conditions outlined above and are enrolled in a minimum of 1.5 FCE. If you are enrolled in less than 1.5 FCE, you will not be eligible to receive the award. Should the annual award value exceed outstanding fees owing in your final term, the remaining value will not be disbursed. Should you complete your degree within your first, second, or third year of study, you would not be eligible for further award renewals.

Changes to Registration, Legal or Fee-Paying Status  

You are required to inform the Office of the Faculty Registrar, Arts & Science before dropping below full-time status, withdrawing from your studies or if there is a change in your legal or fee paying status. Students who withdraw, substantially reduce their course-load or have a change to their legal or fee paying status during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation.  

Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) 

Recipients of this award who are participating in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) are eligible for a scholarship deferral during their work term period. To be eligible for a scholarship deferral, students must meet the Terms & Conditions of the award at the time of their deferral request and must continue to meet the Terms & Conditions upon their immediate return to studies. While the scholarship is deferred, students are responsible for any fees incurred. Full conditions on award deferrals are outlined below: 

Fall Term Return to Studies

Students with a Fall re-start must meet all Terms & Conditions, including full-time registration status and enrolment in a minimum of 3.0 FCE. The full renewal payment will be disbursed upon confirmation of registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions, typically by mid-October.  

Winter Term Return to Studies

• Students with a Winter restart must meet all Terms & Conditions, including full-time registration status as an international student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus.
• Remain “in good standing” as defined by the Faculty of Arts & Science. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance.
• If students are enrolled in a minimum of 3.0 FCE, they will be eligible to receive the full renewal payment.  
• If students are enrolled in less than 3.0 FCE but more than 1.5 FCE, they will be eligible to receive a partial renewal payment of 50%. The remaining 50% will be applied to your student account in your final Fall term of fourth year, provided you meet all the award Terms & Conditions outlined above and are enrolled in a minimum of 1.5 FCE. If you are enrolled in less than 1.5 FCE, you will not be eligible to receive the carried forward partial payment of 50%. 
• If students choose to fast track over the Summer and do not return to full-time study in their final Fall term, they will not be eligible to receive the carried forward partial payment of 50%. The award does not pay out funding in the Summer term.  
• Payments will be disbursed upon confirmation of registration, typically by early February. 

If students return to studies with a part-time status, they will no longer be eligible to receive their award. An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation. 

The award will not exceed the total original offered value and will not exceed 8 terms of full-time study. 

If students do not meet the terms as outlined above upon return to studies, the scholarship will be cancelled in full. 

U of T Outbound Exchange 

Recipients of this award who are participating in an outbound exchange through the Centre for International Experience (CIE) must meet the Terms & Conditions of the award at the time of their outbound exchange and must continue to meet the Terms & Conditions upon their immediate return to studies. Students are required to maintain full-time registration during their outbound exchange.  Full conditions on renewal eligibility requirements are outlined below:   

Fall or Winter Term Abroad (one term) 

If you are participating in an outbound exchange program for one term (i.e., Fall term only or Winter term only), you will be required to earn a minimum of 1.5 FCE in transfer credits during your study abroad and 1.5 FCE during your study term at the Faculty of Arts & Science, University of Toronto. Award renewal eligibility will be assessed once the transfer credits have been assessed and recorded on ACORN. For information regarding transfer credits earned through Learning Abroad & Exchange Programs, please visit the Transfer Credit Team’s website. Please note, award renewals for outbound exchange students may be delayed as timelines are contingent upon the transfer credit process.  

Fall & Winter Terms Abroad (two terms) 

If you are participating in an outbound exchange program for two consecutive terms (i.e., the Fall and Winter terms), you are required to maintain full-time registration and earn a minimum of 3.0 FCE in transfer credits during your study abroad. Award renewal eligibility will be assessed once the transfer credits have been assessed and recorded on ACORN. For information regarding transfer credits earned through Learning Abroad & Exchange Programs, please visit the Transfer Credit Team’s website. Please note, award renewals for outbound exchange students may be delayed as timelines are contingent upon the transfer credit process. 

Additional Information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Offered to a domestic (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, Protected Person, or Convention Refugee) undergraduate student enrolled in an arts program at the Faculty of Arts & Science on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The total scholarship value is $12,000, payable towards the recipient’s first year of study.

Terms & Conditions

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration as a student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus in an arts program. This award is not transferable to other campuses or faculties.
3. Demonstration of financial need.
4. Recipient must be a domestic student (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, Protected Person, or Convention Refugee.) 

Payment

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your full-time registration and compliance with the above Terms & Conditions is confirmed, typically by mid-October. This scholarship is eligible for a tuition fee deferral (registration without payment) on the basis of Undergraduate Awards. For more information, please visit the Student Accounts website. 

Payment will be made upon confirmation of financial need. Financial need is demonstrated through an application to a provincial financial aid program, for example, the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Withdrawal or Transfer to Part-Time

Students who withdraw or who substantially reduce their course load during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. Please consult with the Office of the Faculty Registrar before dropping below full-time status or withdrawing from your studies.

Additional Information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Offered to undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts & Science on the basis of academic merit. The total value of this scholarship is $10,000 payable towards the recipient’s first year of study.

Terms & Conditions

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration as a student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus. The award is not transferable to other campuses or faculties.

Payment

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your full-time registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions is confirmed, typically by mid-October. 

Withdrawal or Transfer to Part-Time

Students who withdraw or who substantially reduce their course load during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. Please consult with the Office of the Faculty Registrar before dropping below full-time status or withdrawing from your studies.

Additional Information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Offered to a first generation undergraduate student upon admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science on the basis of academic merit. The total award value is up to $40,000 over four years of study, with $10,000 awarded upon registration in first year and $10,000 awarded in the second, third and fourth years if the Terms and Conditions of the scholarship are met.

Terms & Conditions

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration as a student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus; the award is not transferable to other campuses or faculties.
3. This award is renewable for three additional years at $10,000, provided you continue to be enrolled full time and maintain good academic standing. The renewal will be based on your final grades and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following summer term. Credits earned during summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered.

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the Terms & Conditions outlined above following your first, second and third consecutive year of study in an Arts & Science degree program. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance.  

Payment

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your full-time registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions is confirmed, typically by mid-October.

Withdrawal or Transfer to Part-Time

Students who withdraw or who substantially reduce their course load during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. Please consult with the Office of the Faculty Registrar before dropping below full-time status or withdrawing from your studies. 

Additional Information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services.

Offered to an outstanding undergraduate student upon admission to the Humanities at the Faculty of Arts & Science on the basis of academic merit and financial need. The recipient must be a graduate of a Toronto high school. Valued up to approximately $20,000 over four years of study.

Terms & Conditions

This award is for four consecutive years (Fall/Winter terms) and the total award value is indicated on your JOIN U of T portal. 

This award is tenable with other University of Toronto admission awards, unless otherwise stated. 

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration as a student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus; the award is not transferable to other campuses or faculties.
3. Registration in first year studies in Humanities for year 1 and in an Arts program in years 2, 3 and 4. Explore programs by admission category on the Explore our Programs page. 
4. This award is renewable for three additional years, provided you continue to be enrolled full time and maintain an annual GPA (AGPA) of 3.50 or higher. The renewal will be based on your final grades, and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following Summer term. Credits earned during Summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered. 

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the Terms & Conditions outlined above following your first, second and third consecutive year of study in an Arts & Science degree program. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance. 

Payment

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your full-time registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions is confirmed, typically by mid-October.

Withdrawal or Transfer to Part-Time 

Students who withdraw or who substantially reduce their course load during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. Please consult with the Office of the Faculty Registrar before dropping below full-time status or withdrawing from your studies. 

Additional Information 

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions. 
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Offered to an outstanding student enrolled in a science program at the Faculty of Arts & Science on the basis of financial need. The total award value is $25,000 over four years of study, with $10,000 granted upon registration in first year and $5,000 awarded in the second, third and fourth years if the Terms and Conditions of the scholarship are met. 

Terms & Conditions

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration as a student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus; the award is not transferable to other campuses or faculties.
3. This award is renewable for three additional years at $5,000, provided that you continue to demonstrate financial need and maintain good academic standing and full-time registration in a science program in any of the following areas of study: Anthropology, Astronomy, Cell and Systems Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Statistics, Centre for Environment, Human Biology. The renewal will be based on your final grades and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following Summer term. Credits earned during Summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered. 
4. Financial need is demonstrated through an approved application to a Canadian provincial financial aid program, for example, the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) or other provincial aid programs.

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the Terms & Conditions outlined above following your first, second and third consecutive year of study in an Arts & Science degree program. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance. 

Payment

Payment for admission awards is applied to your student account after your full-time registration and compliance with the above Terms and Conditions is confirmed, typically by mid-October. This scholarship is eligible for a tuition fee deferral (registration without payment) on the basis of Undergraduate Awards. For more information, please visit the Student Accounts Website. 

Withdrawal or Transfer to Part-Time

Students who withdraw or who substantially reduce their course load during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. Please consult with the Office of the Faculty Registrar before dropping below full-time status or withdrawing from your studies.

Additional information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Offered upon admission to selected international students on the basis of merit. Students are automatically considered for this award, which is valued at up to $100,000 over four consecutive years, or until degree completion, whichever comes first (up to $40,000 in the first year and renewable for $20,000 in the second, third and fourth years).

Terms & Conditions

This award is for four consecutive academic years (Fall/Winter terms) and the total award value is indicated on your JOIN U of T portal. 

This award is tenable with other admission awards offered by the University of Toronto, unless otherwise stated. An exception is the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship, the Arts & Science Global Scholarship, the International Merit Admission Award and the International Student Admission Bursary.

This award is conditional on:

1. Completion of your secondary school program with high academic standing and fully satisfying the conditions of your offer of admission to the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto. The faculty reserves the right to withdraw this award offer if these conditions are not satisfied.
2. Full-time registration in eight consecutive Fall/Winter terms and completion of at least 3.0 credits by the end of each Fall/Winter session (September - April). An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation. Credits earned during Summer sessions and transfer credits are not considered. An exception is made for transfer credits earned during an outbound exchange through U of T Programs (Centre for International Experience). Please see the Outbound Exchange section below for more information. Summer session tuition fees are not included under this award.
3. Registration as an international student (i.e., a non-Canadian requiring a study permit) in the Faculty of Arts & Science. International students charged domestic fees are not eligible.
4. Registration in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus. As this award is funded by the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus, it is not transferable to other campuses or faculties. 

Award renewal is based on your academic performance and compliance with the above Terms & Conditions following your first, second and third year of study.  The renewal will be based on your final grades and you will receive an email notifying you of your renewal eligibility in the following Summer term. While renewal is not tied to a specific minimum grade point average, we expect that your high academic achievement will continue and that you remain “in good standing” as defined by the Faculty of Arts & Science. The award may be withdrawn due to unsatisfactory academic performance. Please consult with your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding your academic progress and ability to meet the Terms & Conditions of this award.

Rotman Commerce students should refer to the International Scholar Award – Rotman Commerce for Terms & Conditions.

Payment

Payment for admission scholarships or awards is applied to your student account after your registration is confirmed for the Fall term, typically by mid-October. This scholarship is eligible for a tuition fee deferral (registration without payment) on the basis of an Undergraduate Award in the first year of studies only. Award renewal payments are not eligible for a tuition fee deferral. For more information, please visit the Student Accounts Website.  

Should you complete your degree in less than eight consecutive Fall/Winter terms, the award payment will be applied to your student account up to and including your final Fall term of fourth year, provided you meet all the award Terms & Conditions outlined above and are enrolled in a minimum of 1.5 FCE. If you are enrolled in less than 1.5 FCE, you will not be eligible to receive the award. Should the annual award value exceed outstanding fees owing in your final term, the remaining value will not be disbursed. Should you complete your degree within your first, second, or third year of study, you would not be eligible for further award renewals.  

Changes to Registration, Legal or Fee-Paying Status  

You are required to inform the Office of the Faculty Registrar, Arts & Science before dropping below full-time status, withdrawing from your studies or if there is a change in your legal or fee paying status. Students who withdraw, substantially reduce their course-load or have a change to their legal or fee paying status during the academic year may be required to repay all or part of their award. An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation.  

Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) 

Recipients of this award who are participating in the Arts & Science Internship Program (ASIP) are eligible for a scholarship deferral during their work term period. To be eligible for a scholarship deferral, students must meet the Terms & Conditions of the award at the time of their deferral request and must continue to meet the Terms & Conditions upon their immediate return to studies. While the scholarship is deferred, students are responsible for any fees incurred. Full conditions on award deferrals are outlined below: 

Fall Term Return to Studies

Students with a Fall re-start must meet all Terms & Conditions, including full-time registration status and enrolment in a minimum of 3.0 FCE. The full renewal payment will be disbursed upon confirmation of registration compliance with the above Terms and Conditions, typically by mid-October.  

Winter Term Return to Studies

• Students with a Winter re-start must meet all Terms & Conditions, including full-time registration status.  
• If students are enrolled in a minimum of 3.0 FCE, they will be eligible to receive the full renewal payment.  
• If students are enrolled in less than 3.0 FCE but more than 1.5 FCE, they will be eligible to receive a partial renewal payment of 50%. The remaining 50% will be added onto their final Fall term of full-time study. 
• If students choose to fast track over the Summer and do not return to full-time study in their final Fall term, they will not be eligible to receive the carried forward partial payment of 50%.  The award does not pay out funding in the Summer term.  
• Payments will be disbursed upon confirmation of registration, typically by early February. 
• If students return to studies with a part-time status, they will no longer be eligible to receive their award. An exception is made for students registered with Accessibility Services with a reduced course load accommodation. 

The award will not exceed the total original offered value and will not exceed 8 terms of full-time study. 

If students do not meet the terms as outlined above upon return to studies, the scholarship will be cancelled in full. 

U of T Outbound Exchange 

Recipients of this award who are participating in an outbound exchange through the Centre for International Experience (CIE) must meet the Terms & Conditions of the award at the time of their outbound exchange and must continue to meet the Terms & Conditions upon their immediate return to studies. Students are required to maintain full-time registration during their outbound exchange.  Full conditions on renewal eligibility requirements are outlined below:   

Fall or Winter Term Abroad (one term) 

If you are participating in an outbound exchange program for one term (i.e., Fall term only or Winter term only), you will be required to earn a minimum of 1.5 FCE in transfer credits during your study abroad and 1.5 FCE during your study term at the Faculty of Arts & Science, University of Toronto. Award renewal eligibility will be assessed once the transfer credits have been assessed and recorded on ACORN. For information regarding transfer credits earned through Learning Abroad & Exchange Programs, please visit the Transfer Credit Team’s website. Please note, award renewals for outbound exchange students may be delayed as timelines are contingent upon the transfer credit process.  

Fall & Winter Terms Abroad (two terms) 

If you are participating in an outbound exchange program for two consecutive terms (i.e., the Fall and Winter terms), you are required to maintain full-time registration and earn a minimum of 3.0 FCE in transfer credits during your study abroad. Award renewal eligibility will be assessed once the transfer credits have been assessed and recorded on ACORN. For information regarding transfer credits earned through Learning Abroad & Exchange Programs, please visit the Transfer Credit Team’s website. Please note, award renewals for outbound exchange students may be delayed as timelines are contingent upon the transfer credit process. 

Additional Information

• For information about admission award conditions, please review the Frequently Asked Questions.
• For questions related to your award, please contact Undergraduate Awards, Arts & Science at undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.
• You should consult your College Registrar’s Office if you have any questions or concerns regarding academic advising, financial matters and support services. 

Variable amount based on proposal and competition. Provides funding for undergraduate and graduate students studying Israel.

Eligibility Criteria

• Reserved for undergraduate or graduate students in the Faculty of Arts & Science who are traveling to Israel for study or research, or who are pursuing study or research related to Israel (in Canada).
• Students may apply for either travel or non-travel awards. Preference will be given to requests for travel support.
• Students must demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to students from Ontario.
• For advice on writing a research proposal, please visit the U of T Writing page.

Possible Programs

• Independent Research
• Centre for International Experience
• Summer Abroad
• Archaeology of Israel. For more information about this opportunity, please contact archaeology@utoronto.ca.

Award and Payment Info

• Award amount and total number of awards will be determined annually. 
• Projects that involve travel outside of Canada, students must complete the Safety Abroad process before your funding can be released. For more information on travel approval, please contact safety.abroad@utoronto.ca.

Applications 

• Complete the Andrea and Charles Bronfman Student Awards in Israeli Studies application form 
• Applicants must upload their completed Budget Template directly to the application form. Budgets submitted in other formats will not be accepted. 
• Faculty Supervisor Form (if applicable) 
• SGS Financial Need Assessment Form (if applicable) 

Deadline

• Application deadline: February 10, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in April 2025. 

If you have any questions about the Andrea and Charles Bronfman Award in Israeli Studies, please email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 

Provides recognition to students engaged in outstanding anti-racism efforts through demonstrated volunteerism, leadership and/or community involvement.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to students in any program in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus.
• Awarded on the basis of academic merit and engagement in outstanding anti-racism efforts through demonstrated volunteerism, leadership and/or community involvement. 
• Preference is given to activities that take place at the University of Toronto and during the academic year in which the award is given. 
• This award is open to both full-time and part-time students.

Award and Payment Info

• The award disburses $25,000 annually. Each award value will be variable at the discretion of the awarding committee with allotment per student ranging between $1,000 and $10,000.
• After the deduction of any outstanding tuition fees or residence charges owing, the award will be directly deposited into student’s Canadian bank account.

Applications

• Complete the Bosco Law Award for Student Leadership in Anti-Racism and Inclusion application form

Deadline

• Application deadline: February 24, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in May 2025. 

If you have any questions about the Bosco Law Award for Student Leadership in Anti-Racism and Inclusion, please email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca. 

Provides recognition and $1,250 to meritorious Black students who demonstrate academic merit and leadership ability.

Eligibility Criteria

• Awarded to two part-time or full-time undergraduate domestic students enrolled in any program in the Faculty of Arts & Science, who self-identify as Black.
• Students require demonstration of academic merit, financial need (OSAP or out of province assistance) and ability to demonstrate community service or a leadership role.
• Preference is given to students who demonstrate financial need (Students who are receiving OSAP or out of province assistance). 
• This award is open to both full-time and part-time students.

Award and Payment Info

• There will be two $1,250 awards presented each year
• After the deduction of any outstanding tuition fees or residence charges owing, the award will be directly deposited into student’s Canadian bank account.

Applications

• Complete the Cyril A. Morong Scholarship of Excellence application form 

Deadline

• Application deadline: February 24, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in May 2025. 

If you have any questions about the Cyril A. Morong Scholarship of Excellence, please email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.

The Daisy Ho award is open to third-year students undertaking a research project related to China. Please visit the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy website for more details and to complete the application form.

The Dean’s Student Initiative Fund (DSIF) has been established to provide financial support for student initiatives that aspire to create dialogue and foster a greater sense of community through special events, lectures or other forms of community engagement.

Event organizers are at all times required to follow current legislation, regulations, and public health guidelines.

Eligibility Criteria

The Dean's Student Initiative Fund is open to undergraduate students enrolled in the Faculty of Arts & Science or student groups where the applicant is enrolled in the Faculty of Arts & Science.

Graduate students please refer to the Graduate Funding in Arts & Science page. 

The following criteria will be considered in evaluating proposals:

• Does the proposal fulfill an educational purpose for Arts & Science students?
• Does the proposal promote dialogue? Special consideration will be given to proposals that promote cross-cultural dialogue.
• Does the proposal create a forum for various viewpoints?
• Does the proposal engage with communities within and outside campus boundaries?
• Is the proposal realistic, with credible timelines, resource requirements, and goals?
• Will the proposal be of sufficiently broad interest to engage a significant portion of the student community?

Value

Variable depending on project budget (maximum $1,000).

Notes

• Priority is given to organizations that are seeking funding for the first time. Sponsors of annual events (e.g. conferences, symposiums) who are applying for one-time-only funding should demonstrate the innovative components of the event for which they are applying.
• Repeat applicants need to demonstrate how the funds were used in the past by submitting a report of the funded event.
• Applicants for activities intended to be ongoing or annual should demonstrate plans to become self-sustaining. The Fund should be viewed only as start-up assistance for such activities.
• Journals and magazines should focus on electronic dissemination. Hard copy printing costs will not be considered.
• The Fund does not fund catering costs.
• The Fund does not provide funds for individual students requesting travel for research, delivering papers, or taking courses. Graduate students requesting funds for travel should contact their home unit. Undergraduate students should approach their college or program sponsor.

Applications

• Complete the Dean's Student Initiative Fund application form. 
• Applicants are required to upload the Dean’s Student Initiative Fund Budget directly to the application form. Budgets submitted in other formats will not be accepted. 

Deadline

• Application deadline: November 4, 2024. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in January 2025.
• If you have any questions about the Dean's Student Initiative Fund, email us.

Provides recognition to students with an interest in pursuing higher education or a career focused on planning/real estate. 

Eligibility Criteria 

• Awarded to a full-time 4th year student in the Faculty of Arts & Science, St. George campus. 
• Students must have successfully completed one of the following University of Toronto courses by the end of the current Fall/Winter session:  
  • GGR339H1: Urban Geography, Planning and Political Processes (Department of Geography and Planning)
  • GGR357H1: Housing and Community Development (Department of Geography and Planning)
  • GGR359H1: Comparative Urban Policy (Department of Geography and Planning)
  • GGR377H1: Introduction to Urban Data Analytics (Department of Geography and Planning)
  • JGU346H1: The Urban Planning Process (Department of Geography and Planning)
  • RSM483H1: Real Estate Markets (Rotman Commerce)
• Students must demonstrate an interest in pursuing higher education or a career focused on planning/real estate. 

Award and Payment Info 

• The value of the award is equal to the annual income earned from endowed funds, approximately $1,000. 
• After the deduction of any outstanding tuition fees or residence charges owing, the award will be directly deposited into student’s Canadian bank account. 

Applications

• Complete the Diversity in Urban Development Award application form

Deadline 

• Application deadline: February 24, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in May 2025.

If you have any questions about the Diversity in Urban Development Award, email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.  

Variable amount based on proposal and competition. Awarded to undergraduate and graduate students who are pursuing studies or research related to the Asia Pacific region.

Eligibility Criteria

• Reserved for undergraduate or graduate University of Toronto students pursuing study or research related to the Asia Pacific region (East and Southeast Asia).
• Students require demonstration of financial need. Ontario residents are given priority, but non-Ontario residents with financial need are also encouraged to apply.
• For advice on writing a research proposal, please visit the U of T Writing page.

Possible Programs

• Independent Research
• Centre for International Experience
• Summer Abroad

Award and Payment Info

• The value and total number of individual awards will be determined annually.
• Projects that involve travel outside of Canada, students must complete the Safety Abroad process before your funding can be released. For more information on travel approval, please contact safety.abroad@utoronto.ca.

Applications

• Complete the Dr. David Chu Scholarship in Asia Pacific Studies application form. 
• Applicants must upload their completed Budget Template directly to the application form. Budgets submitted in other formats will not be accepted. 
• SGS Financial Need Assessment Form (if applicable) 

Deadline

• Application deadline: February 10, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in April 2025.

If you have any questions about the Dr. David Chu Scholarship in Asia Pacific Studies, please email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.

Variable amount based on need, up to $1000 per year. Awarded to undergraduate and graduate Indigenous students to help remove barriers to participation in curricular experiential-learning activities. 

Eligibility Criteria

• Undergraduate and graduate students Indigenous to North America. For example, First Nations (status or non-status), Inuk (Inuit), Métis, Alaska Native, Native American or Native Hawaiian.
• Enrolled full-time or part-time in a Faculty of Arts & Science program or course.
• Students must demonstrate financial need to participate in the course-embedded experiential learning activity.  

Funding

• Need-based: up to $1,000 per student, per year.

Eligible Expenses

Eligible expenses include, but are not limited to, transportation, vulnerable sector check, immunization, professional attire and childcare that are related to the participation of the course-based experiential learning activity. 

Applications

• Complete the Indigenous Student Experiential Learning Access Fund application form.
• In your application, describe the course-based experiential learning activity and your financial need, and download and edit the budget template to provide a detailed budget for your participation in the experiential learning activity.
• To demonstrate financial need: 
  • Students receiving OSAP, other provincial financial aids or First Nations band funding may upload their Notice of Assessment form or equivalent.
  • Students not receiving OSAP, other provincial financial aids or First Nations band funding should complete the SGS Financial Need Assessment Form which helps us assess the financial situations. Please note that students are not required to be a Canadian citizen/permanent resident/Ontario resident to be eligible for this fund. Feel free to skip any parts in this form that are not relevant.

Deadline

• Applications should be submitted as soon as students are aware of their course-based experiential learning activity, ideally at the start of the term. Applications will not be accepted after the course has ended.

For questions regarding this fund and its application, reach out to the Experiential Learning Coordinator, Research, International & Indigenous Initiatives at experiential.artsci@utoronto.ca.

Variable amount based on proposal and competition. Awarded to undergraduate students who are undertaking a special research project on the topic of China, Russia or Soviet studies. 

Eligibility Criteria

Student Applicant 

• Must be current undergraduate degree student(s) in the Faculty of Arts & Science and must be registered as such during the period in which the research will be conducted.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Can receive the Mark Gayn Undergraduate Research Fund only once during their academic career.  
• Must be interested in undertaking research on the topic of China, Russia or Soviet studies.
• The award will be used to help defray the costs of research and/or travel expenses associated with the Research project. 

Faculty Supervisor 

• Must be an Arts & Science faculty member with a continuous undergraduate appointment at the St. George campus, or have a continuous appointment in a division that offers A&S undergraduate programs. 
• Can supervise only one application per competition round (e.g., one student’s application or one group application limited to three members with one student designated as contact applicant). 

Research Project 

• Research must be a stand-alone project (i.e., cannot be related to a current project in the same location with similar goals, and for which students are already funded). 
• Research must be related to the student’s degree; or in the case of groups, all of the students’ degrees. 
• Applications for funding to recover costs for research projects already completed will not be considered. 
• Requests for stipends for students will be considered. 
• For advice on writing a research proposal, please visit the U of T Writing page. 

Award and Payment Info

• The value and total number of individual awards will be determined annually by the committee.
• For projects that involve travel outside of Canada, students must complete the Safety Abroad process before your funding can be released. For more information on travel approval, please contact safety.abroad@utoronto.ca.
• Any awards for projects that require an REB Protocol will be paid once the student has confirmed with the Undergraduate Awards Office that a protocol has been obtained. 

Applications

• Complete the Mark Gayn Undergraduate Research Fund application form
• Applicants must upload their completed Budget Template directly to the application form. Budgets submitted in other formats will not be accepted. 
• Complete the Faculty Supervisor Form (if applicable)

Deadline

• Application deadline: February 10, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in April 2025.

If you have any questions about the Mark Gayn Undergraduate Research Fund, please email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.

Eligibility Criteria

• Awarded to an undergraduate student in their third year of study in the Faculty of Arts & Science. As part of the application, students are required to provide a statement describing an "act of kindness" they have been involved in.
• This award is open to both full-time and part-time students.
• This is an OSOTF award that requires demonstration of Ontario residency and financial need (must be receiving an OSAP loan).

Award and Payment Info

• The value of the award is equal to the annual income from the endowed fund, which is approximately $4,000.
• This award will be paid upon enrolment and registration in the student’s fourth year.
• After the deduction of tuition fees or residence charges owing, the award will be directly deposited into student’s Canadian bank account.

Applications

• Complete the Michael and Ida Shankman Bursary application form 

Deadline

• Application deadline: February 24, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in May 2025.

If you have any questions about the Michael and Ida Shankman Bursary, please email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca

The Undergraduate Research Fund fosters research experience at the undergraduate level by providing students with an opportunity to develop a research project of their own, for which there is no other available funding. The fund is open to all Arts & Science undergraduate students in good academic standing and no minimum GPA is required.

The Fund is to be used for research initiated by students, related to their degree, and supervised by a faculty member either through a regular course, an independent study, a research essay, or other academic project. The research must be completed within a year of funding or before graduation, whichever comes first. All students granted funding are required to submit a short summary of research findings.

The Undergraduate Research Fund is funded jointly by the Arts & Science Students’ Union (ASSU) and the Faculty of Arts & Science. 

Download the Undergraduate Research Fund slide deck with tips on how to write a research proposal and apply to the Undergraduate Research Fund.

Eligibility Criteria

Student Applicant

• Must be current undergraduate degree student(s) in the Faculty of Arts & Science and must be registered as such during the period in which the research will be conducted.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Can receive the Undergraduate Research Fund only once. 

Faculty Supervisor

• Must be an Arts & Science faculty member with a continuous undergraduate appointment at St. George campus, or, have a continuous appointment in a division that offers A&S undergraduate programs.
• Can supervise only one application per competition round (e.g., one student’s application or one group application limited to three members with one student designated as contact applicant).

Research Project

• Research must be a stand-alone project (i.e., cannot be related to a current project in the same location with similar goals, and for which students are already funded).
• Research must be related to the student’s degree; or in the case of groups, all of the students’ degrees.
• Applications for funding to recover costs for research projects already completed will not be considered.
• Requests for stipends/salaries for students will not be considered.
• For advice on writing a research proposal, please visit the U of T Writing page.

Award and Payment Information

• The value and total number of individual awards will be determined annually by the committee.
• Projects that involve travel outside of Canada, students must complete the Safety Abroad process before your funding can be released. For more information on travel approval, please contact safety.abroad@utoronto.ca
• Any awards for projects that require an REB Protocol will be paid once the student has confirmed with the Undergraduate Awards Office that a protocol has been obtained.
• All approved funding is available and must be spent within one (1) year, or until your graduation, whichever comes first. 

Applications

• Complete the Undergraduate Research Fund application form
• Applicants must upload their completed Budget Template directly to the application form. Budgets submitted in other formats will not be accepted. 
• Complete the Faculty Supervisor Form (if applicable) 

Deadline

• Round 1 application deadline: November 4, 2024. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Decisions will be communicated to students in January 2025.
• Round 2 application deadline: February 10, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Decisions will be communicated to students in April 2025.

If you have any questions about the Undergraduate Research Fund, please email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca

The University of Toronto Student Leadership Award recognizes outstanding student leadership, volunteer service, and commitment to the university. Students must be in their final year (graduating in spring or fall 2024) and have at least one year of significant volunteer leadership and high-impact service.

Eligibility Criteria for Student Applicants

Please visit the U of T Alumni website to see a full list of criteria and access the nomination form.

Deadline

• Application deadline: Nomination packages must be approved by the candidate and be received by the divisional Nomination Coordinator no later than November 15, 2024 at 5 p.m.

Variable amount based on proposal and competition. Awarded to undergraduate students who are undertaking a period of study at an international post-secondary institution or pursuing international field work in conjunction with their U of T program.

Eligibility Criteria

Student Applicants

• Reserved for undergraduate students in the Faculty of Arts & Science who are undertaking a period of study at an international post-secondary institution or pursuing international field work in conjunction with their University of Toronto program.
  • Students undertaking an independent research project (not part of an official U of T program i.e. CIE, Summer Abroad, Field Course, etc.) are required to secure a U of T faculty supervisor to oversee your research. Please see below for faculty member eligibility. 
• Must demonstrate financial need. Priority is given to students qualifying for OSAP for the academic year in which the application is made, but non-Ontario residents with financial need are also encouraged to apply.
• For advice on writing a research proposal, please visit the U of T Writing page.

Faculty Supervisors

Faculty supervisors are only required for students undertaking an independent research project. Faculty supervisors should meet the following criteria:

• Must be an Arts & Science faculty member with a continuous undergraduate appointment at St. George campus, or, have a continuous appointment in a division that offers A&S undergraduate programs.
• Can supervise only one application per competition round.

Possible Programs

• Independent Research
• Centre for International Experience
• Summer Abroad

Award and Payment Info

• The value and total number of individual awards will be determined annually by the committee.
• Projects that involve travel outside of Canada, students must complete the Safety Abroad process before your funding can be released. For more information on travel approval, please contact safety.abroad@utoronto.ca.

Applications

• Complete the Walter and Mary Tuohy Award in Arts and Science application form 
• Applicants must upload their completed Budget Template directly to the application form. Budgets submitted in other formats will not be accepted. 
• Complete the Faculty Supervisor Form (if applicable)
• SGS Financial Need Assessment Form (if applicable) 

Deadline

• Application deadline: February 10, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Decisions will be communicated to students in April 2025. 

If you have any questions about the Walter and Mary Tuohy Award in Arts and Science, please email undergrad.awards.artsci@utoronto.ca.