Returning Students Awards & Bursaries Application

  • 2026-2027 Undergraduate Returning Students: Awards & Bursaries Application Form

  • Bishop’s University is proud to offer Returning Awards and Bursaries. This funding is made possible thanks to the generous support of alumni and donors who believe in investing in our students’ success.

    The questions in this application are designed to help us match you with funds that reflect the intentions of these donors—many of whom wish to support students with specific criteria, particular interests, or who are actively involved in certain activities.

    Eligibility for these awards and bursaries may be based on a variety of criteria, including:

    • Academic achievement
    • Financial need
    • Leadership
    • School and community involvement
    • Other unique experiences or interests

    By completing this application thoughtfully, you help us connect you with opportunities that align with your accomplishments, needs, and aspirations.

    Deadline to submit this form: May 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

  • Applicant Information

  • Do you self-identify as Indigenous? (referring inclusively to members of First Nations, Métis, Inuit peoples, Native Americans, recognizing that many people prefer the terms that are specific and traditional to their communities.)*
  • What is your status in Canada?*
  • Some bursaries are region-specific. If you grew up in any of these regions, please select all that apply:
  • Do you self-identify as having any accessibility-related needs or barriers? Examples may include, but are not limited to, visual or mobility impairments, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or ADHD.*
  • Do you have a parent, legal guardian, or sibling who graduated from Bishop's?*
  • Would you like to be considered for awards and bursaries designed to support students facing financial challenges? If yes, please note that you will need to show that you have applied for government financial assistance or provide an explanation if you have not.*

  • Financial Need

    "Parent" refers to your birth or adoptive parent(s), stepparent(s), or legal guardian(s).
  • In lieu of parental contribution, do you declare to be married or in a common-law relationship?*
  • Do you come from a single-parent household?*
  • Parent #1 employment status*
  • Parent #1 gross annual income
  • Parent #2 employment status*
  • Parent #2 gross annual income
  • Spouse or common-law partner’s gross annual income:
  • Do you have any dependent children?*
  • Do you personally own or lease a vehicle?*
  • Have you applied or will you be applying for governmental loans/bursary programs, either federal or provincial?*
  • How much will receiving awards and bursaries from Bishop’s influence your ability to continue your studies?*

  • Student Life

  • Will you be involved in a BU sports team (varsity or intramural) during the 2026- 2027 academic year at Bishop's?*
  • In which sport(s) are you planning on being involved at Bishop's?*
  • Have you been offered athletic funding and/or an athletic scholarship from Bishop's?*
  • Are you planning on living in On-Campus Housing for the 2026-2027 academic year?*
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