L'Hibou Award

What you will need

• ✓ Completed General Application via the Nipissing University awards portal

About this award

You can receive $600.00. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a high-achieving first-year student who is deeply involved in the culture and community life of your campus. You must apply by November 1, 2026. When you apply, ask Nipissing University how and when you'll 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

You must be a full-time first year student at Nipissing University. You generally need a minimum of first class honour standing and must show active participation in cultural and/or athletic events that better the life of the University. This award targets the student who most successfully strives toward excellence and virtue.

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

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

• Campus InvolvementAvoid just listing the clubs you joined. Instead, describe how your participation in cultural or athletic events actually improved the university experience for others. Mention a specific event you helped organize or lead.
• StrategyAvoid treating the General Application as a formality. Instead, use the optional text fields to highlight your balance of academics and campus leadership. Since you are automatically considered, your profile must clearly show both sides of your achievement.
• RealismAvoid relying on this as your primary funding source. Instead, view this as a reward for your contributions to campus life. Because it is a single $600 award, continue applying for larger bursaries to cover your main tuition costs.

Questions students ask

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