Trent University · National
Trent University
About this award
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for Indigenous bursaries and scholarships at Trent University.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Trent University to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. Since these are bursaries and scholarships, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you identify as Indigenous and are pursuing your education at Trent University, especially if your work involves using technology to help Indigenous communities. 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 Trent University how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Trent 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 Trent University whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Can you get it?
- Indigenous — citizenship requirement
- Undergraduate, Graduate — 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.
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 writing a general essay about your identity.
Winners instead specifically describe how their projects or studies use technology to solve real problems in Indigenous communities.
Give a concrete example of a tool or system you have worked with.
The biggest mistake is providing a generic character reference.
Winners instead use referees who can vouch for their leadership within their community or their technical skills.
Ask a community elder or a professor who knows your specific project work.