1600
First year students receiving entrance scholarships each year
$40 million
Value of awards given out by UM each year
3000
Number of awards you can find in the UM awards database
$14 million
Value of bursaries given out by UM each year
Eligibility
Many award opportunities are available to UM students based on academic achievement and financial need. Here are some things to keep in mind when you are applying for scholarships and awards:
- Scholarships are normally offered to full-time students based on academic achievement and course load.
- Students who receive an entrance scholarship are required to enrol in at least 24 credit hours at the University of Manitoba in the current year in order to qualify for funding.
- In most cases, students must register for and complete at least 80 percent of a full course in the current academic year to be eligible for scholarships.
- Some course load exceptions apply and are specified in the terms of the scholarship by the donor or a representative of the donor.
- Graduate students do not have to adhere to credit hour minimums provided they are registered as full-time students over the fall and winter terms with the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
- Students may apply for bursaries based on financial need. Bursary applications are available through Aurora in mid-August and due Oct. 1.
By submitting your application for admission to the University by March 1, you will automatically be considered for entrance scholarships. Others require a separate application. Eligibility criteria and application requirements vary by award, so please be sure to read the details of each award carefully before applying.
Award opportunities
Entrance awards
If you are a Canadian high school student with a minimum 85% average from the list of eligible high school courses, you will automatically be considered for a wide range of entrance scholarships based on your admission application and submitted transcripts.
Scholarships for current students
Every year, UM students are eligible for thousands of scholarships based on academic achievements, areas of interest, community involvement and more. Learn more about scholarship opportunities that can help you cover your expenses while you're a student.
Bursaries
The University of Manitoba offers a wide-range of bursaries ranging from $100 to $1,000 to support students with financial need. Complete the University of Manitoba General Bursary application to be considered for a bursary.
Indigenous student awards
A robust award program is available to improve access to education and increase representation of Indigenous students in various programs of study.
International student awards
International students are eligible for entrance scholarships, bursaries and other awards.
Graduate student awards
The Faculty of Graduate Studies is committed to supporting graduate student success through scholarships and bursaries.
Search the awards database
Filter thousands of senate-approved awards by faculty, program or type of awardProgram and faculty-specific awards
Find your program or faculty to explore additional awards available to youExternal awards
Many organizations outside the University of Manitoba offer scholarships and bursaries available to UM students
Financial aid
If you're facing financial hardship, or need support to pay your expenses as a student, there are programs available to help you. Apply for a loan, find on-campus employment or use our on-campus food bank.
Government student loans
If you are a full-time Canadian or permanent resident you can apply for student loans from the federal and provincial governments to support your studies.
U.S. student funding
Learn about financial aid available to U.S. students, including government student loans.
Work-study program
The Work–study program at UM provides supplementary financial assistance for students who are currently receiving government student loans.
Emergency loans and emergency bursaries
The University offers short-term loans to students facing unanticipated living costs or delays in government funding; and emergency bursaries to students in financial distress because of war, international conflicts, environmental catastrophes and extraordinary life events; and have exhausted all other resources and options available to them.
UM food bank
Students can use the food bank to help offset the costs of groceries during times of financial distress.
Consent, communication and confidentiality
The University of Manitoba will only use your UM email account for official communications, including messages from your professors, department, advisors and administrative offices. If you are an incoming student, you will be provided with information on how to claim your UM email account.
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of access to information and the protection of privacy outlined in the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). If you would like to authorize another individual to access your student award information, you must complete aRelease of Applicant’s Undergraduate/Graduate Information form (PDF). Parents of first year students will be unable to access information of any dependent student's account until the consent form is completed.
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