Financial Aid
Investing in your future may require some help along the way.
uOttawa offers financial aid to eligible students, as well as many scholarships and bursaries specifically for Indigenous students.
Scholarships and Bursaries
Financial aid is available to you through scholarships, bursaries, government loans and
Here are 2 examples of awards available at uOttawa:
- The Indigenous Leadership Scholarship is awarded to an Indigenous student who has demonstrated excellent academic performance and outstanding leadership skills.
- The Education Bursary for Indigenous Students is given to Indigenous students who are pursuing undergraduate studies at uOttawa and who demonstrate financial need.
View a list of uOttawa’s scholarships and bursaries.
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
A student loan through OSAP is one of the ways that you can fund your postsecondary education.
Work-Study Program and Part-time Work
The Work-Study Program at uOttawa can help eligible students to find part-time work at the university. Some jobs available to you include helping professors with research or working at campus organizations such as the Indigenous Resource Centre.
Financial Aid Services
For information about financial aid available specifically to Indigenous students, visit Financial Aid and Awards.