J. Wesley McNutt Environmental Science Award

What you will need

• ✓ Completed General Application via Nipissing University's awards portal
• ✓ Full-time enrollment in an upper year of an environmental science program
• ✓ Ontario residency as defined by OSAP (the Ontario Student Assistance Program — the provincial office that manages student loans and grants)
• ✓ Financial need

About this award

You can receive $850.00. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an upper-year student specializing in environmental science who needs financial support to continue your studies. 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. Selection is based on financial need. 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 one of two full-time, upper year environmental science students. You must also be a resident of Ontario as defined by OSAP (the Ontario Student Assistance Program — the provincial office that manages student loans and grants). Priority is given to those demonstrating 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 undergraduate students
• ✓ Resident of Ontario
• ✓ Studying environmental science

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 providing vague statements about needing money. Instead, use specific examples of your current financial gaps. List your monthly expenses compared to your available income.
• StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to fill out your profile. Instead, complete your General Application early. Since you are automatically considered based on that form, ensure every section is detailed and current.
• RealismAvoid assuming that being in the program guarantees the money. Instead, remember that only two students will receive this award. Focus on clearly documenting your financial need to stand out.

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