First-year students who apply by January 15 and self-declare grades are automatically considered for grades-based Early Entrance Awards. Undergraduate students who apply to study, submit a leadership award application, and provide two letters of reference before January 15 are considered for Leadership Awards.
Application deadlines for awards
| Value | Deadline | |
|---|---|---|
| Early Entrance Scholarships | $2,500 and $5,500 | January 15 |
| Leadership Awards | $3,000 | January 15 |
| President’s Silver Anniversary Awards for Excellence in Leadership |
$6,000 (renewable at $5,500 for up to three additional consecutive years) | January 15 |
| General Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards | Varies, up to $25,000 | April 1 |
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Awards and financial aid can help you secure the education you want from the start of your first year to completing your doctorate.
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Non-UNBC Awards Providers
UNBC’s Awards and Financial Aid team has compiled links to external organizations who also provide financial scholarships, awards, bursaries, and grants. Review them at https://www.unbc.ca/financial-aid
Provincial Tuition Waiver for Former Youth in Care
If you are a resident of British Columbia and meet the eligibility criteria, you may qualify for free tuition at UNBC.
Post-secondary Education Grants
Federal and Provincial governments don’t just issue student loans – they also provide financial grants that do not need to be repaid. https://www.studentaidbc.ca