Current Students

Scholarships & Awards

Due to the impact of the economy on investment income generated by Ryerson's endowments for the 2012-13 awards cycle, the monetary value of some awards may be less than the amounts stated on web sites, application forms, etc.

There are many awards available to both new and returning Ryerson University students. Some awards are automatically awarded while others require time to review eligibility and complete applications. Take time to check the categories outlined below to find out what is available.

Entrance Scholarships
Entrance scholarships are open to students entering their first year of study. This section outlines all Ryerson guaranteed and competitive entrance scholarships, program specific entrance scholarships, as well as privately sponsored entrance scholarships.

University Wide Awards
University wide awards are open to all current Ryerson University students enrolled in any program of study.

Faculty Wide Awards
Each faculty has its own specific awards. Check your faculty to find out what is available.

Program Specific Awards
Each program has its own awards. In addition to the awards, scholarships and bursaries listed on this website, there may be additional funding opportunities available directly through your academic program department.

Special Categories
Awards by Special Categories are open to all current Ryerson University students who are international students, student athletes, aboriginal students or students with disabilities.

External Awards
Many groups, organizations, companies and foundations offer external awards to students attending postsecondary institutions. Use this section as a resource to find out more about specific awards and utilize online search tools.

Disclaimers:
The availability and monetary value of all awards, bursaries and scholarships are subject to change. The Student Financial Assistance Office reserves the right to change the listed award, scholarship or bursary information and/or value without notice.

Ryerson's awards, scholarships and bursaries are not transferable to other postsecondary institutions.

Awards Subject to Cancellation: Students that withdraw, reduce their courseload, alter their program of study, experience a decline in grades or no longer meet other scholarship eligibility/requirements may have to forfeit all or part of their award. The decision will be made by the Student Financial Assistance Office and will be based on the terms of the award, circumstances leading to the student becoming ineligible and educational costs incurred already. A cancelled award will be a charge against the student's University customer/fee account.