Application-based awards
Review current listings of Concordia awards and those offered by external organizations and foundations.
We are now accepting applications until March 17, 2026 at midnight.
Queen of Angels Academy Foundation Memorial Award
Open to students who are newly admitted to a bachelor’s program. Applications must either be a Queen of Angels Academy alumna, have been enrolled at the Queen of Angels Academy in 2013-2014, or is a child or grandchild of a Queen of Angels Academy alumna.
Requirements
| 2,500 | |
| Newly admitted to a bachelor’s program for Fall 2025 on the basis of completion of CEGEP and must meet one of the 3 criterions listed on the application form |
Global News Scholars Award
The Global News Scholars Award is granted through competition, based on academic merit, demonstrated academic excellence and involvement in causes within the Black community. The award is open to students in journalism, with preference to students who can demonstrate their involvment in causes within the Black community through a one-page statement.
Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee made up of the Chair of the Journalism department or delegate, as Chair the selection committee, with two other members of the Journalism Department. The selection committee will review the applications and recommend the recipients to the Undergraduate Awards and Awards Committee (USAC) via Financial Aid and Awards (FAAO)
Requirements
| 1,000 | |
| Open to Canadian Citizens ad Permanent Residents only | |
| Minimum GPA of 3.00 | |
| Full-time in fall 2025 and winter 2026 enrolled in the Journalism bachelor's degree |
Samuel Jacobson & Goldie Schacter-Jacobson Award
Established in 2014, the Samuel Jacobson and Goldie Schacter-Jacobson Award recognizes community involvement and encourages full-time students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in History.
Requirements
| 500.00 | |
| Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
| Applicants must be enrolled full-time for Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 in the Bachelor of Arts degree – majoring in History | |
| Applicants must be in their second year (or higher) |
AEE Canada East Founders Scholarship in Energy, Efficiency and Renewable Energy Innovation
The AEE Canada East Founders Scholarship for Undergraduates in Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Innovation was established in 2023 by the founders of the Canada East chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers. The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage engineering students who are studying and have academic interest in energy, energy efficiency, renewable energy, decarbonization, smart cities, or innovation.
Requirements
| 2,500 | |
| Open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International students | |
| Minimum GPA requirements 3.30 | |
| Candidates must be enrolled full-time for 25-26 in an undergraduate degree program at the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, in their 3rd or 4th year of studies. |
Dr. George D. Xistris Scholarship in Mechanical Engineering
The Dr. George D. Xistris Scholarship Endowment in Mechanical Engineering was created in 2023 by Kathryn Xistris (B.Comp.Sci. ’85) in honour of her father, Dr. George D. Xistris. Spanning a 30-year academic career at Concordia and the Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, Dr. Xistris held varying roles where he most notably served as Associate Professor and researcher in Mechanical Engineering from 1968-1995 and Assistant Dean from 1973-1993.
He was instrumental in establishing the Engineering Faculty by leading the first accreditation of Concordia University (previously known as Sir George Williams) Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering Program in 1969. He led the accreditation of the Building Engineering program in 1982 and Computer Engineering in 1983 and reaccreditation process until his retirement in 1993.
The scholarship will recognize an outstanding student pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering at the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science, with preference will be given to a student involved in the Greek community.
Requirements
| 1,030 | |
| Open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents only | |
| Applicants must be enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering undergraduate program. | |
| Applicants must be enrolled full-time for the 25-26 academic year and in their final year of studies. |
PwC Award in Computer Science
The PwC Awards in Computer Science are intended to encourage and reward students currently enrolled in the Computer Science program at the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science. The awards shall be granted on the basis of academic merit and the contributions to the school or community that promote equity, diversity and inclusion among full-time students pursuing a Bachelor Degree in Computer Science.
Requirements
| 2,500 | |
| Open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International students | |
| Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.8 and provide a written statement showing contribution to the school or community activities that promote equity, diversity and inclusion. | |
| Applicants must be enrolled full-time for the 25-26 academic year in Computer Science. |
Sogex Accountancy Scholarship
This scholarship was established through the generosity of Georges Massi & family, a Democratic Republic of Congo-born international student who studied in the accounting program and worked in the field. The scholarship was established to support and encourage International Undergraduate students within the John Molson School of Business – Accounting Majors only, who are actively involved in the African community to excel in their desired field of study
Requirements
| 1,000 | |
| International Students within the John Molson School of Business – Accounting Majors only | |
| GPA 3.00 | |
| Full-time and Part-time studies for Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 terms |
Donald L. Boisvert and Gaston Lamontagne Scholarship for Gay and Lesbian Studies
This scholarship was established in 2002 through the generosity of Dr. Donald L. Boisvert, during his tenure as Concordia University Dean of Students. The Donald L. Boisvert Scholarship for Gay and Lesbian Studies is open to undergraduate and graduate students at Concordia University, and will be awarded on an annual basis, when merited, to a student pursuing academic work in gay and lesbian studies, or who is involved, as an activist, in gay and lesbian issues.
Selection of recipients shall be made y the coordinating committee for the Minor in Interdisciplinary Studies in Sexuality, from qualified candidates. The Financial Aid and Awards Office will administer this award.
Requirements
| 2,000 | |
| Open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students | |
| Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 3.3 and have completed at least one year of studies at Concordia University. | |
| This award is open to graduate students only for 2025-2026. |
External awards
A large number of scholarships, awards, and bursaries offered by a variety of external organizations, companies and foundations go unclaimed each year. Do not miss out on these opportunities!
Check out the current listings below to see if you are eligible for any of the current postings. Bookmark this page and make it a point to visit often and keep up to date.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce that five of our students at JMSB have been awarded the Quebec CPA Foundation Scholarship.
Keep up the amazing work!
External award resources
Available external awards
Alexander Rutherford High School Achievement Scholarship
Recognize and reward academic achievement of senior high school students and encourage them to pursue post-secondary studies.
Requirements
| 2,500 | |
| Canadian citizens, permanent resident of Alberta | |
| Full-time |
Allied Van Lines Scholarship 2024
Allied Van Lines is proud to be offering qualifying Canadian students and chance to apply for our new scholarship, which is intended for students across the areas of business, logistics, and similar fields. Four qualified candidates will be selected to receive an award amount of $1,000 each. Read ahead to find out how you can enter!
Requirements
| 1,000 (4) | |
| Canadian citizens or permanent resident | |
| Full-time |
Bridges EDU Scholarship
The BridgesEDU $1,000 Scholarship for Canadian Students is designed to help one winning applicant pay for education costs.
Requirements
| 1,000 | |
| Canadian citizens, permanent resident and International students | |
| Full-time |
Foster Children Bursary Program
Requirements
| 2,000 | |
| Previously a foster child with an official Canadian or American foster care program | |
| Canadian or American Citizen or Permanent Resident | |
| Full-time |
Hellamaid Scholarship Program
Hellamaid Scholarship, is a $500 award given every semester designed to support Canadian students in their academic pursuits. This scholarship is open to students enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program at any accredited Canadian college or university.
Requirements
| 500 | |
| Commitment to community service or volunteer work, particularly in areas related to health, well-being, or cleanlines | |
| Canadian citizen, Permanent resident | |
| Full-time undergraduate or postgraduate program |
Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal
Every year, thanks to the incredible generosity of many donors, the Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal (JCF) offers scholarships to students interested in a wide range of academic pursuits. These scholarships are available for CEGEP, undergraduate, graduate, and other studies across various disciplines.
Montreal Lakeshore University Women's Club Scholarships (MLUWC)
TAs part of its scholarship and bursary programme, the Montreal Lakeshore University Women’s Club is offering three $4,000 scholarships to female university students for the academic year 2026–2027 who are residents of the West Island, who are enrolled full-time in a Quebec university for the purpose of continuing their education in undergraduate or postgraduate studies.
Requirements
| 3x $4000 | |
| Word essay and CV | |
| Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident | |
| Full-time |
The Cedar and Maple Scholarships
The scholarship is open to all Canadian-Lebanese university students who are registered at a Quebec University who are either Canadian citizens or hold the status of permanent Canadian resident, and who have successfully completed at least the first year of their University program.
A combination of academic excellence and financial need are the primary criteria for awards.
| Bachelor's program: $2k - Master's program: $3k - Doctoral program: $4k | |
| Undergraduate and Graduate (Full-time) with at least one year completed toward their degree | |
| Canadian citizen or permanent resident |
Scholly Scholarships
A great website where U.S students can easily find and sort through thousands of college scholarships
The SellFoneNow Smart Tech Scholarship
The SellFoneNow Smart Tech Scholarship is offering a CAD $750 scholarship to one thoughtful student in the U.S. or Canada. Your task? Write an essay that explores the iPhone upgrade cycle from your own perspective—what it means, what it costs, and what you’ve learned from being in the middle of it.
| 750 (1) | |
| Undergraduate and Graduate (Full-time) | |
| Canadian citizen, permanent resident and international students |
Scholarships360
A great tool to find top, vetted scholarships for high school, college, and graduate students.
Jennifer Maccarone Bursary
The Member of the National Assembly for Westmount–Saint-Louis, Jennifer Maccarone, is pleased to announce the launch of the sixth edition of her Scholarship Program. Selected scholarship recipients will be evaluated based on the originality of their application, their creativity, and their motivation.
Requirements
| 1,000 | |
| Reside in the riding of Westmount-Saint-Louis | |
| Canadian or Permanent Resident (holding a valid health insurance card or a driver's license). | |
| Enrolled full-time for the Winter 2026 semester |