A Carleton University Entrance Bursary will provide you with additional funds to help you meet the direct educational costs of your first-year studies.
To be eligible for a Carleton University Entrance Bursary:
- You have applied and been offered admission to an undergraduate degree program at Carleton University for September.
- You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
- You have demonstrated financial need and will be applying for government student financial assistance.
- You complete and submit the Entrance Bursary application, through the Undergraduate Application Forms system on Carleton Central, by June 30.
- Students who have not applied by June 30 may still be considered for a bursary by completing the General Undergraduate Bursary application for Current Students. The General Undergraduate Bursary application for Current Students is available as of September, through the Undergraduate Application Forms system on Carleton Central.
Leadership Entrance Bursary Awards for Prospective/New Students – Fall 2023
If you are a Canadian high school student with financial need, demonstrated leadership abilities, and participation in secondary school extra-curricular activities and/or community service that impacted the lives of others – the following leadership entrance bursaries have been established to recognize your achievements and to provide additional financial assistance.
Carleton Calgary Alumni Award
Valued at $5,000 for first year. Calgary-area high school students admitted to any undergraduate degree program at Carleton University are considered.
The 2023-2024 application is now open. The link will open the application in a new tab. Do not complete the application on this tab; you must download and save to your computer.
Garay Family Award for Indigenous Students in Science
Awarded to an outstanding Indigenous student in demonstrated financial need who is entering a full-time undergraduate degree program in Science at Carleton University. This award may be continued for 3 subsequent years of full-time enrolment provided the recipient remains in good academic standing and continues to demonstrate financial need. This award is valued at $4000. Endowed in 2021 by the Garay family.
For more information please visit our Awards for Indigenous Students page.
Helen and Douglas Nicholson Science Entrance Bursary
Valued at full tuition plus $1000 for the 2023-2024 academic year. Canadian high school students admitted to the Bachelor of Science Program at Carleton University are considered.
The 2023-2024 application is now open. The link will open the application in a new tab. Do not complete the application on this tab; you must download and save to your computer.
Humphrey Law Bursary for Indigenous Students in Business
Value $5,000. Awarded annually to an Indigenous student in demonstrated financial need who is entering any undergraduate program of study within the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University. This bursary may be continued for 3 years of full-time enrollment provided the students remains in good academic standing and continues to demonstrate financial need. Application is required. Endowed in 2020 through the generosity of Humphrey Law, BComm/57. Revised 2022.
For more information please visit our Awards for Indigenous Students page.
Joyce Family Foundation Bursary for Indigenous Students
Awarded annually to an Indigenous student who is entering any full-time undergraduate program at Carleton University for the first time and who has demonstrated financial need.
For more information please visit our Awards for Indigenous Students page.
Donald R. Yeomans Bursary
Valued at full tuition for four years. Ontario high school students admitted to any undergraduate degree program at Carleton University are considered.
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person
- Demonstrate financial need
- Demonstrate academic promise, community leadership and participation in extra-curricular secondary school activities or community service
- Minimum admission average of 75%
- Pursuing post-secondary studies for the first time
The 2023-2024 application is now open on Carleton Central.
Carleton University Alumni Association Leadership Bursary
Valued at $5000 for first year. Ontario high school students admitted to any undergraduate degree program at Carleton University are considered.
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person
- Demonstrate financial need
- Demonstrate academic promise, community leadership and participation in extra-curricular secondary school activities or community service
- Minimum admission average of 75%
- Pursuing post-secondary studies for the first time
The 2023-2024 application is now open on Carleton Central.
CIBC Bursaries
Canadian high school students admitted to either the Bachelor of Commerce or the Bachelor of International Business undergraduate degree program with the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University are considered.
The 2023-2024 application is now open. The link will open the application in a new tab. Do not complete the application on this tab; you must download and save to your computer.
Douglas Arthur de Pencier Leadership Bursary
Valued at $6,000 for first year and eligible for renewal for 3 years. Awarded to students entering Carleton University from a high school in North Grenville, North Dundas, Winchester, Kemptville, Richmond, Osgoode, Merrickville-Wolford, Smiths Falls and North Gower areas of Eastern Ontario. Up to eight students will be selected.
The 2023-2024 application is now open. The link will open the application in a new tab. Do not complete the application on this tab; you must download and save to your computer.
Pamela and Richard Joho Leadership Bursary
Awarded annually to an outstanding student entering the Bachelor of Humanities, Bachelor of Arts in Greek and Roman Studies, or the Bachelor of Arts in Religion in the College of the Humanities (or any additional undergraduate degree program in the College of Humanities) at Carleton University. Application is required. Eligible students must demonstrate a strong academic background and participation in extra-curricular activities. Recipients will have demonstrated financial need, must be Canadian Citizens or permanent residents of Canada (landed immigrant or a protected person) and must meet OSAP’s Ontario residency requirements. Students who study abroad as part of any undergraduate degree program within the College of the Humanities are eligible to hold this bursary in their year abroad. This bursary is renewable for up to four years. Endowed in 2009 by Pamela and Richard Joho to honour their commitment to a classical education.
The application is currently not available.
Dunsmore Family Bursary
Valued at $5000 for first year and eligible for renewal for 3 years. Awarded to a first year undergraduate student entering Carleton University from high school who requires financial assistance. Eligible students must be Canadian Citizens or permanent residents of Canada and demonstrate diligence through academic work and participation in extra-curricular secondary school activities
The application is currently not available.