Canadian Federation of University Women North Toronto Bursary for Mature Students

What you will need

• ✓ Apply through OCAD University's AwardSpring scholarship portal

About this award

You can receive up to $1,302.82 per student. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. This is for you if you are a mature student starting your first year of study who needs extra financial support to succeed in your program. 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 a first year student at OCAD University. You must be enrolled full-time and have mature student status. While open to eligible students, preference will be given to mature students, and the school is prioritizing female students with demonstrated financial need.

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 current expenses and income gaps. List your specific monthly costs to show why this funding is needed.
• SupportAvoid using references that cannot speak to your maturity or readiness for school. Instead, choose a referee who can confirm your dedication to returning to education. Ask a former employer or community leader to write your letter.
• StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to navigate the portal. Instead, set up your account on the AwardSpring (the digital system OCAD University uses to manage scholarship applications) portal early. Test your login a week before the deadline.
• RealismAvoid assuming this award will cover all your costs. Instead, treat this as a supplement to other grants and loans. Check the OCAD University Financial Support page for other bursaries you can combine with this one.

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