Bursaries and grants are non-repayable funds given to eligible students who demonstrate financial need through their school year budget. They are non-repayable (read: free money), and are intended to assist you in paying for educational expenses.
It is expected that before you apply for a grant, you will have explored all sources of funding such as: OSAP or other government assistance programs, family support, savings from summer employment, part time employment or a bank line of credit.
U of T Grants are not intended to fund noneducational expenses or help you repay debt.
| UTAPS (University of Toronto Advanced Planning for Students) |
The UTAPS (University of Toronto Advanced Planning for Students) Program is the University of Toronto’s largest need-based support program and covers the financial gap between a student’s actual education costs and the costs recognized by their provincial/territorial government student financial aid program. In other words, UTAPS provides non-repayable grants to students to help cover this financial need gap, or unmet need. New for 2023-24 - All students who would like to be considered for UTAPS for the 2023-24 school year must complete and submit an application through the Need Navigator, along with any supporting documentation required as stated on the student’s application by the deadline. For more information, Please visit the UTAPS webpage. |
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UTSC Grant |
Students are expected to first submit a UTAPS application, in order to gain UTSC Grant eligibility. Full-time undergraduate students are eligible to apply for this grant. The application is available for students studying in the Fall/Winter session or Fall, Winter or Summer semesters. Fall/Winter & Summer Sessions UTSC undergraduate students can apply for the U of T Undergraduate Grant Application Portal.
When to Apply The online application will be available at the beginning of each academic session: Fall/Winter & Fall Only – September 5, 2023 Winter Only - January 8, 2024 Summer - May 1, 2023 Application Deadline Fall/Winter – March 29, 2024 Fall Only – October 31, 2023 Winter Only – March 29, 2024 Summer (May to August) – August 8, 2023
Processing and Decisions We begin assessment of Fall/Winter and Fall Only applications in mid October. Assessment of Summer applications begin in mid June. The average processing time is 3 to 6 weeks from the date of submission. To view the status on your grant applications, login to the U of T Undergraduate Grant Application Portal. Payment of the Grant If approved, you will be able to view the grant payment information on ACORN, under the Awards & Financial Aid section. You can also see the payment on your invoice. If you have an outstanding balance on your tuition invoice, the grant will first be used to pay tuition. If your fees are paid in full, we will refund the grant to your bank account. Please ensure that you have entered your bank account information in ACORN. Appealing a Grant Decision Speak to a Financial Aid Advisor at the Registrar's Office. |
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University of Toronto Grant for Individuals in Extended Society Care (formerly the University of Toronto Crown Ward Grant)
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The University of Toronto Grant For Individuals in Extended Society helps eligible students with their tuition costs. These students will receive 100% of their tuition costs, to a maximum of 100% of tuition charged for a first-year, regular Arts and Science program. For more details, please visit the University Registrar's Office website. |
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Academic Travel Fund |
The Academic Travel Fund supports undergraduate students who travel to academic conferences, meetings and/or research initiatives can submit project proposals by the appropriate deadline dates. Questions? Contact the Office of Student Experience & Wellbeing. |
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Global Learning Travel Fund |
The Global Learning Travel Fund supports undergraduate travel for a field course, exchange, summer abroad course, language course, internship or research. Questions? Contact the Office of Student Experience & Wellbeing. |
| SCSU Academic Bursary |
The Academic Bursary is meant to help eliminate financial barriers from students succeeding in pursuing their academics by making post-secondary education more accessible through supporting with academic related expenses such as textbooks, tuition, internet, and electronic resource necessities. More information is available from the SCSU about the application process. Please visit the SCSU Website.
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SCSU Dollar for |
This grant is funded by the Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU). This grant provides eligible students with assistance for daycare or babysitting expenses. More information will be available from SCSU about the application process. Please visit the SCSU Website. |
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SCSU Emergency Support Bursary |
This emergency fund was created by the Scarborough Campus Students’ Union (SCSU). It is intended to support members dealing with financial hardship. Applications to this fund are considered on a rolling basis while funds are available. More information is available from the SCSU about the application process. Please visit the SCSU Website. |
| SCSU Transit Grant |
The Transit Grant is intended to support members dealing with financial hardships in accessing transportation. Applications to this fund are considered on a rolling basis while limited funds are available. Members applying to the Transit Grant may receive up to $200, depending on demonstrated need. More information is available from the SCSU about the application process. Please visit the SCSU Website. |
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APUS (Association of Part-time Undergraduate Students) |
APUS offers a variety of scholarships and bursaries for part time students. View full details on the APUS website. |
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Noah Meltz Program of Financial Assistance |
The Noah Meltz Program helps eligible part-time undergraduate students finance their education through non-repayable grants for their tuition costs to a maximum of one credit, along with a tuition allowance, transportation and child-care costs. Students can apply for this grant once during the September to April study period, and once during the May to August study period. |
*Updated July 31, 2023