Scholarships and Bursaries

Did you know there are hundreds of scholarships and bursaries that could help pay for your education?

Many scholarships are based on academic achievement. However, others are awarded for athletic involvement, leadership, community service or areas of interest.

Understand the Difference between a Scholarship and a Bursary

• A scholarship is a monetary award given to a student for academic excellence in a specific area of study (such as biology or English) or for achievements in non-academic areas (such as athletics or community service).
• A bursary is a monetary grant given to a student based on clearly demonstrated financial need and/or satisfactory academic achievement.

Find and apply for Scholarships and Bursaries

• Alberta Scholarships
  Find a list of scholarships and awards administered by Alberta Student Aid.
• Apprenticeship Scholarships
  Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board scholarships for apprentices and occupational trainees.
• Bursaries and Scholarships for Indigenous Students
  Designed specifically for Indigenous students pursuing post-secondary education.
• Post-Secondary Institutions
  Many schools offer scholarships and bursaries for students attending their school.

Additional Resources

• Scholarships Canada - a database for students looking for scholarships, bursaries, grants and student awards.
• Yconic - scholarships and student community offering free scholarship matching and peer-to-peer support for your life as a student.