Awards Bursaries and Scholarships

Planning for post-secondary education can be exciting. Ursuline College is here to help you explore financial aid options, scholarships, and bursaries to support your journey.

Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships

• Opportunities are available from a variety of sources.
• Review selection criteria carefully to ensure eligibility.
• Scholarships and bursaries are listed by application deadline in the Ursuline College Chatham - Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries 2025-2026 resource (requires a student or staff "SCCDSB" account).
• Always confirm details and deadlines on the official websites, as they may change.
• Some scholarships require UCC nomination. 

Other Opportunities

Parent’s Work / Your Work / Volunteer Organizations

• Employers, unions, and businesses often offer scholarships for employees or their children and/or grandchildren.
  Tip: Check with your HR department.
• Service groups like Rotary, Kinsmen, and organizations such as Girl Guides, Boy Scouts, and 4H may also provide funding opportunities.

Post-Secondary Institutions

• Visit the Scholarships page or contact the Financial Aid Office at your chosen college or university.
• Helpful links:
• https://www.ontariouniversitiesinfo.ca/scholarships
• https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/colleges/paying-for-college

Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)

OSAP offers student loans and bursaries.

• Use the OSAP Aid Estimator to see what you may qualify for.
• Apply online: https://www.ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program

College & University Information Sessions

• Many institutions offer virtual information sessions.

Your Guidance Counsellor

• Inform your counsellor about scholarships you plan to apply for.
• Some scholarships require an endorsement or reference letter:
• Provide your resume and at least one month’s notice.

Scholarship & Bursary Search Engines

• Search for these tools to match your skills and interests.