St. Paul s University College · National
St. Paul s University College
About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for annual awards supporting Indigenous students at the University of Waterloo who show financial need and academic success.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact St. Paul's University College to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As these are scholarships, 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 at the University of Waterloo who balances strong grades with financial challenges, especially if you lead community projects or live in the college residence. 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 St. Paul's University College how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask St. Paul's University College 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 St. Paul's University College whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Indigenous — citizenship requirement
- Post Secondary — study level
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.
Request your official transcript1–2 weeks
Order through your school registrar — allow 1–2 weeks.
Draft and revise your essays~10 hours
Use the STAR framework. Be specific, show impact, proofread twice.
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 listing a long list of clubs without explaining your impact.
Winners instead describe exactly how their work at the Waterloo Indigenous Student Centre helped other students.
Give a specific example of a project you led.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic character reference.
Winners instead use referees who can vouch for their specific leadership in Indigenous communities.
Ask a mentor or center coordinator to highlight your reliability.