Ada Slaight Bursary

What you will need

• ✓ Enrollment at OCAD University
• ✓ Submission via the OCAD University AwardSpring scholarship portal

About this award

You can receive up to $3,918.55. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. This is for you if you are an Ontario resident attending OCAD University and you need extra financial help to afford your education. You must apply by November 9, 2026. When you apply, ask OCAD University how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, the portal, or phone. OCAD University says its bursaries are given out based on financial need and the number of students who apply. Ask OCAD University's financial aid office how many students usually apply, so you can judge your odds. Ask OCAD University during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with OCAD University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be an Ontario resident and you must be enrolled at OCAD University. This award is open to you regardless of your discipline or what year of study you are in, provided you have a demonstrated need for financial assistance.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

• ✓ Open to post-secondary students
• ✓ Resident of Ontario

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's official page

   Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

2. 2

   Submit your application

   Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

• Financial NeedAvoid giving vague descriptions of your situation. Instead, provide clear details about your specific expenses and income gaps. List your monthly costs to show why you need this funding.
• SupportAvoid submitting your application without checking for errors. Instead, ask a counselor or peer to review your details. Double-check that your residency status is clearly documented.
• StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to access the portal. Instead, create your account on AwardSpring (the online system OCAD University uses to manage scholarships) early. This ensures you have time to fix any technical glitches before November 9.
• RealismAvoid assuming this award will cover all your costs. Instead, treat this as a supplement to other grants or loans. Compare the total value with your remaining tuition balance to see the actual impact.

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