Queen s University · National
CIBC Queen’s University Bursaries
About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for an annual bursary for Indigenous students in STEM programs at Queen s University who show financial need. Apply through Indspire's central Building Brighter Futures program — one application covers all sponsor pools.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Queen s University to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student pursuing a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) and need extra financial support to finish your studies. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, a portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Queen s University how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Queen s 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 Queen s University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain. How to apply: This funding is administered through Indspire's Building Brighter Futures Bursaries & Scholarships program. Students complete one central application that's evaluated against all 360+ of Indspire's funding pools (including this one) — you don't apply to the sponsor directly. The Apply button on this page routes to Indspire's portal automatically. For the full program description, all three application deadlines, and detailed eligibility, see Indspire Building Brighter Futures Bursaries & Scholarships on FundMyCourse.
Can you get it?
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident — citizenship requirement
- Professional, Undergraduate — study level
- Studying Bachelor of Science (Honours), Bachelor of Computing (Honours), Concurrent Education/Bachelor of Science (Honours) — field of study
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Submit by No deadline~1 hour
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
The biggest mistake is providing a vague statement about needing money.
Winners instead provide a clear budget showing exactly where their funding gaps are and how this bursary solves a specific problem.
List your monthly expenses and existing grants to prove your need.
The biggest mistake is using a general character reference.
Winners instead use a professor or mentor from their STEM program who can speak to their academic persistence despite financial hurdles.
Ask your advisor to highlight your resilience.