Dr. James S. Jamieson Award in Music

What you will need

• ✓ Completed General Application via the Nipissing University awards portal
• ✓ Enrollment in a Bachelor of Education program
• ✓ Enrollment in elective music course(s)
• ✓ Financial need
• ✓ Ontario residency as defined by OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program)

About this award

You can receive $625.00. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a future teacher who has a sincere passion for bringing music into your classroom. You must apply by November 1, 2026. When you apply, ask Nipissing University how and when you will hear back — whether it is by email, the portal, or phone. Ask Nipissing University how many students usually apply, so you can judge your odds. Ask Nipissing 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 Nipissing University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

To qualify, you must be a Bachelor of Education student who is enrolled in one or more elective music courses. You must express a strong and sincere desire to teach music and demonstrate financial need. Additionally, you must be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP (the Ontario Student Assistance Program — the provincial office that manages student loans and grants).

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 undergraduate students
• ✓ Resident of Ontario
• ✓ Studying Education or music

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

• Music PassionAvoid simply stating that you are taking a music class. Instead, describe why you are sincerely driven to teach music to young students. Mention a specific goal you have for your future classroom.
• StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to fill out the portal. Instead, complete your General Application early since this award considers you automatically based on that form. This ensures you don't miss the November 1 deadline.
• RealismAvoid assuming this is a guaranteed award. Instead, remember that you are competing with other education students who share a love for music. Apply for several different bursaries to increase your chances of funding.

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