Edward & Dorothy Williams Bursary

What you will need

• ✓ Completed application via the OCAD University AwardSpring portal

About this award

You can receive up to $5,000 for this award. While the maximum is $5,000, OCAD University notes that its bursaries generally range in value from $500 to $5,000. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep — there is nothing to repay. This is for you if you are a graduate student who needs extra financial support to complete your degree. You must apply by November 9, 2026. When you apply, ask OCAD University how and when you will hear back — whether it is through email, a phone call, or the application portal. 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 a graduate student currently enrolled at OCAD University. You must also be a resident of Ontario and demonstrate 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 graduate 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.
• StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to navigate the portal. Instead, create your account on AwardSpring (the online system OCAD University uses to manage scholarships) early. This gives you time to fix any technical glitches before the November deadline.
• RealismAvoid assuming the full $5,000 is guaranteed. Instead, remember that the amount depends on your specific need and how many other students apply. Plan your budget around the lower end of the $500 to $5,000 range.

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