All Entrance Awards

 

How Can Laurentian University Help Students Finance Their Education?

Laurentian University is committed to helping students meet the monetary challenges of postsecondary education by offering a variety of financial aid programs. Our entrance awards are an important source of financing, and are available to students entering the first year of full-time studies at Laurentian University (Sudbury campus) with no previous post-secondary experience.

Information on awards and all applications are automatically sent to students with their offer of admission. Copies of all applications is also available to download from this website. Successful candidates will receive confirmation of their eligibility beginning in mid May.

Scholarships, prizes, awards and medals are based primarily on academic performance and are generally given to students in full-time attendance with first-class standing.  Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status is a mandatory criterion.

Unless otherwise specified, applications for entrance scholarships are not required since they are awarded on academic merit. Application deadline is May 1st of each year. Not all awards need to be awarded each year. The University may withdraw any award for which, in any year, no qualified applicant is found. In order that scholarships and bursaries may be equitably distributed, the committee reserves the rights to restrict the value of scholarships that any one student may receive. The committee also avoids the awarding of multiple scholarships wherever possible. Additional information and application forms may be obtained at the Student Awards Office, Laurentian University, Ramsey Lake Rd., Sudbury, Ontario P3E 2C6

 

 

 

 

Entrance application forms available for download:

 

 

 

 

National Deans' Entrance Scholarship for Excellence application deadline is May 1st

 

Jim Fielding Memorial Bursary

 

Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards deadline is May 1st

 

Leadership Awards Program

 

Jacqueline Labelle Award - graduates of École secondaire catholique Horizon

Pada Memorial Award - graduates of Marymount College

Consortium national de formation en santé Scholarships - Laurentian University - deadline June 30, 2012

Entrance scholarships for which an application is required
Application deadline: May 1

 

 

 

 

Jim Fielding Memorial Bursary 

 

Value:  $60,000 - maximum of $15,000 per year and renewable for three years (equivalent to the cost of tuition, cost of residence (if applicable), Super Saver Meal Plan and cost of books and equipment).  Established by his children, Norinne, Murray and Craig. Mr. Jim Fielding was born, raised and lived his life in the Sudbury area. He was proud to be a member of a large well known area family and he relished every opportunity to be in attendance at numerous family occasions. Jim held the position of Chairman of the Board of Alexander Centre Industries Ltd. (ACIL), Waters and associate companies. Further, he was elected as Director of Canadian Pacific on May 7th, 1986 and continued serving in that capacity through to his successful re-election in April 2000. He also had a passion for learning. He was highly respected in the business community, known as a caring and considerate employer who was always interested in others. This bursary was created to provide students with an opportunity to attend university and realize their fullest potential. It will be awarded to students who may have struggled academically because of financial and personal challenges that have limited their ability to concentrate on their studies. Nomination and application form is required.

 

National Deans' Entrance Scholarship for Excellence 

 

Value: $22,000/ea ($5,500 renewable for three years). These are awarded annually and include a mentorship with the Dean of the faculty or a distinguished faculty member selected by the dean, a guarantee of a single room in residence (residence application required and residence fees applicable), and a study carrel in the Library. A scholarship is awarded in each of the five faculties (Humanities, Social Sciences, Professional Schools, Faculty of Management and Sciences and Engineering) to a student who has achieved at least 90% on her/his best six Ontario Academic Credits U/M courses. He or she must have also demonstrated leadership qualities and made a significant contribution to her or his school and community. To keep this scholarship in subsequent years of the undergraduate program, the student must maintain a min. 80% average. One of the five winners of a National Deans' Scholarship will be chosen to receive the Dr. Judith Woodsworth President's scholarship valued at $1000, renewable provided the recipient meets the renewal criteria for the National Deans' Entrance Scholarship for Excellence program.  National Deans' Entrance Scholarship for Excellence application required.

Jacqueline Labelle Award

 

Value:  $1,000

Recipient:  Full-time student entering the first year of any program, on the basis of academic excellence, financial need and Ontario residency as defined by OSAP.  Candidates must be graduates of École secondaire catholique Horizon.  Selection is made on the recommendation of the secondary school.  Jacqeline Labelle Award Application form required.

 

Laurentian University Entrance Financial Need Bursaries

Bursaries are non-repayable awards offered to students who demonstrate financial need. These awards are valued at $600 to $1,000 each. Eligibility is based on financial need. Laurentian University Entrance Bursary Application required.

Leadership Awards Program

Value: $1,000. Recipients: 1st-year students in any program who exemplify strong leadership potential and good citizenship, and who have contributed in a positive way to making their school and community a better place. Candidates must be nominated by the principal or head of guidance at their secondary school, and must register as full-time students (Sudbury campus), in the year they are selected to receive the award. Each school may nominate only one student. Application for Leadership Awards Program required.  

Pada Memorial Award

 

Established by the Pada family, friends and associates, in memory of a fine gentleman and noted CVRD-Inco geologist, Vishnu Pada.  He and his two daughters, Brinda and Arti, died tragically in the crash of Air India flight 182 in 1985. The bursary will be awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need, and Ontario residency as defined by OSAP.; the recipient must be a graduate student from Marymount Academy Secondary School. If no qualified applicant is chosen from Marymount Academy Secondary School, the bursary will be awarded to a full-time Geology Student at Laurentian University. Value:  $500  Application is deadline by May 1.

 

Laurentian University Federation Memorial Award

 

Laurentian and its federated institutions created the Laurentian University Federation Memorial Award to to recognize the sacrifices of our soldiers and their families, of those who give their lives doing what we as a nation have asked of them.

 

The award will provide full-time Laurentian students tuition for up to four years of study, and free on-campus housing in Sudbury for the first year.

 

To be eligible, a student must be under the age of 26, a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, dependant of a Canadian Forces member killed while deployed on combat or peace support operations, and registered as a full-time undergraduate at Laurentian University in Sudbury or one of its federated universities.    To apply, candidates should contact the Student Awards Office.

 

Bourses d’études du ROCS Regroupement des organismes culturels de Sudbury

À l’occasion de l’inauguration du tout nouveau Baccalauréat en théâtre de l’Université Laurentienne, les membres du Regroupement des organismes culturels de Sudbury (ROCS) sont fiers d’offrir (7) bourses d’études d’une valeur de mille cinq cents dollars (1 500$) chacune pour l’année scolaire 2011-2012.  Il faut présenter le formulaire de mise en candidature ROCS.

 

FOR ALL OTHER AWARDS REQUIRING AN APPLICATION, PLEASE DOWNLOADTHE LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY APPLICATION FOR ENTRANCE AWARDS.

Anne Crichton-George Scholarships (2)

Established in 1998, in memory of Anne Crichton-George and her active involvement in Chapleau Ontario. Value: $2,500/ea. Recipients: full-time 1st-year students from Chapleau, Ont. enrolled in any program (if there is no qualified applicant from Chapleau, the award may be given to a student from Northeastern Ontario). They must have achieved a min. average of 80% in an Ontario Secondary School (in six U/M courses), have demonstrated a broad range of interests and community involvement, as well as financial need. Renewable in subsequent years with acceptable academic standing. Students may receive this award in addition to other University financial aid. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

 

Dowling Horseshoe Club Bursary

 

A gift from the Dowling Horseshoe Club in recognition of the financial needs of students. The Club, founded in 1969, provided residents with an enjoyable competitive setting and contributed to the social fabric of the Dowling community for over 25 years. Value: $1,500. Recipient: a full-time student from the Sudbury area (preferably a resident of Dowling), who is entering the 1st year of study, on the basis of financial need. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Gerald (KStJ) and Marguerite Lougheed Scholarship

 

The Lougheed family is recognized in the region for its philanthropic accomplishments and commitment to caring for others. This scholarship was established in this spirit and to honour Gerry Lougheed Senior's Knighthood in the Order of St. John by Governor General Ray Hnatyshyn in 1990. Value: $1,200. Recipient: a resident of the City of Greater Sudbury who has attained a min. 80% average in the secondary school examinations required for admission to the University. The student must present (1) a recommendation from the head of the Department of English or Français of their secondary school stating that he or she has demonstrated excellent literacy skills, and (2) a personal data sheet outlining community involvement. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

 

Association des étudiantes et étudiants francophones Scholarship

 

Value: $500. Recipient: a full-time student, member of the AEF, enrolled in a program offered entirely in French. The student must have a min. 75% average in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses), or an average of 3.0 or more at the postsecondary level, and have made a significant contribution to her or his school and community. The student must also submit a personal data sheet outlining community involvement and official course transcripts. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

 

LUAA-Alumni Association Faculty Entrance Scholarships

Value: $500/ea. Recipient: one student in each of Sciences/Engineering, Arts (Humanities or Social Sciences), Professional Schools and Management. Based on academic standing (min. 80%) in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses) and financial need. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Sid Forster Memorial Award

 

Established by family and friends of the late Sidney Clair "Sid" Forster as a tribute to his dedication and commitment to his family and community. Value: 5% of the endowment ($825). Recipient: a 1st-year student enrolled in any undergraduate program. The student must: (1) have demonstrated the greatest improvement in academic standing in secondary school studies; (2) have made a contribution to her or his school or community; (3) have demonstrated financial need; (4) be a resident of the City of Greater Sudbury, and (5) receive the recommendation of a high school guidance counsellor. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Nick Volf Engineering Bursary

Value: $800. Recipient: a full-time 1st-year student of Engineering, on the basis of financial need, and Ontario residency, as defined by OSAP. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Douglas Williamson Bursary

 

Established to recognize the contributions of Dr. Douglas Williamson, a founder of the Department of Geology. Value: $500. Recipient: a student entering the 1st year of the Geology program, on the basis of financial need and academic standing. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

India-Canada Association of Sudbury Scholarship

Value: $500. Recipient: a full-time 1st-year student enrolled in any program. He or she must have achieved a min. 80% average in an Ontario Secondary School (in six U/M courses) and outline community contributions. Preference is given to dependents of members of the India-Canada Association of Sudbury, or other East Indian culture and heritage organization that shares the association's objectives. The student must present a personal data sheet outlining involvement or research interests in East Indian arts, culture, history and music. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

L.U. French Immersion Scholarships

Value: $500/ea. Recipients: students of Ontario secondary school French immersion programs, based on academic standing. Students must register in a minimum of one (3 credit) course taught in french.  Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Richard Pound SPAD Bursary

Established by alumni, family and friends in attendance at the SPAD 35th Reunion celebration in 2007, the Richard Pound SPAD Bursary will be awarded to a student enrolled in the 1st year of the Honours Bachelor of Commerce in Sports Administration.  Selection of the recipient is based on academic excellence (min. 80%) in an Ontario secondary school (6 best U/M courses).  The bursary will be awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need, and Ontario residency as defined by OSAP.  Value is $500.  Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Sudbury Canada-Wide Science Fair Scholarship

 

Value: $400. Recipient: a full-time 1st-year student enrolled in an undergraduate program in Sciences or Engineering, as selected by the Senate Committee on Under-graduate Academic Awards on the basis of academic achievement in secondary school. Preference is given to students who have previously participated in a science fair. Students must present a written recommendation from the high school guidance counsellor. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Thomas Balfe Memorial Award

 

Established as a loving testament to Tom Balfe, a loyal son, brother and friend, by his family and friends. Tom had just started his first year in the Commerce program (1992-93) when he died suddenly in a car accident. Value: $330. Recipient: a student entering the 1st year of the Commerce program, on the basis of financial need. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Michelle (Jane) Richer Memorial Bursary

 

Established by family and friends in memory of the late Michelle (Jane) Richer, an out-spoken person who was dedicated to her school, sports, work and friends, and applied herself with perseverance and determination for acceptance into the Kinesiology program before her tragic death in a car accident. Value: $360. Recipient: a full-time student enrolled in the Kinesiology program, on the basis of financial need and demonstrated leadership qualities. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Dr. Frank J. Clumpus Bursary Fund 

 

Established by family and friends to commemorate Dr. Clumpus' term as Chair of the Board of Governors (1981-1984). Value: $245 Recipient: a full-time 1st-year student from Northern Ontario, who has been an active volunteer and demonstrates financial need. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

Christopher and Eva Doherty Bursary

This award was established by their children to honor Dr. and Mrs. C.J. Doherty. Dr. Doherty served on the Laurentian University Board of Governors from 1960 to 1968 and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of law by the University in 1985. The bursary is awarded to a student entering the first year of full time study with at least a “B” average. The student must maintain a minimum “B” average to continue receiving the award in subsequent years of study. Preference will be given to Northern Ontario students who are studying in a discipline in the health sciences, and can demonstrate financial need. Value is variable (up to full tuition). Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

John F. Mellaney Memorial Scholarship

 

Established by Eldon Mellaney is to aid a student with financial need at the Laurentian University. The recipient must be enrolled in their first year of the Computer Science program and must have a minimum academic standing of 80% average in their final year of high school. If no qualified recipient, this award will be offered to a student in the Mathematics program. Application is required.

 

Laurentian University Faculty Association Scholarship

 

Value: $1500. Recipient: the son or daughter of a member of the CAW/Mine Mill and Smelter Workers Union, Local 598, entering the 1st year of any program with the highest overall average in the final year of secondary school. A high school guidance counsellor must provide a recommendation. Laurentian University Application for Entrance Awards required.

 

 

LISTED BELOW ARE ALL OTHER ENTRANCE AWARDS FOR WHICH AN APPLICATION IS NOT REQUIRED.

 

 

 

 

 

Laurentian University Entrance Scholarships

Each newly admitted student who just graduated from full-time studies at a secondary school and meets the criteria to be an Ontario Scholar (on 6 best U/M courses) is guaranteed an entrance scholarship. The value of the scholarship is as follows:

$14,000 ($3,500 x 4 years) with a grade average of 95-100%

$10,000 ($2,500 x 4 years) with a grade average of 90-94.9%

$8,000 ($2,000 x 4 years) with a grade average of 85-89.9%

$4,500 ($1,500 year 1, $1,000 years 2, 3, 4) with a grade average of 80 – 84.9%

To continue your scholarship at the same value, your average in subsequent years must remain within the same range as your admission average. If your average decreases, or increases in subsequent years, your award will be recalculated on the basis of the above scholarship grid.

Scholarship offers are extended on the basis of interim marks, and are renewable for a maximum of three additional years with the value in subsequent years based on the above grid. Application is not required. For further information, please read the "Scholarship Fact Sheet".

Dr. Judith Woodsworth President’s Scholarship

Established by Dr. Judith Woodsworth. The purpose of this award is to recognize excellence among students of Laurentian University.  The recipient will be chosen among the new recipients of a National Dean's Scholarship for Excellence each year. Value:  $1,000.  This scholarship is renewable for three years.

 

LUAA-Alumni Association Entrance Scholarship

 

Value: $2,500. Recipient: a full-time student entering the 1st year of any program, with a min. 70% average in a secondary school. Student must not be in receipt of any other awards from the University.


Board of Governors Scholarship

 

Value: $1,300. Recipient: a student entering the 1st year of a program in arts or science. The applicant must have obtained a min. 75% average in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses) or the equivalent and must not be in receipt of any other major award.

 

Carl and Lyle Sanders Scholarships (2)

Donated by the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl J. Sanders, Toronto-based business people and philanthropists. Value: $2,200/ea. Recipients: 1st-year students enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts program, with a min. 80% average in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses).

Carl J. Sanders Scholarships (2)

A gift from the late Carl J. Sanders, a Toronto-based businessman with varied interests who, over the years, donated generously to educational institutions and charitable organizations. Value: $1,200/ea. Recipients: 1st-year students enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts, Science or Commerce program, with a min. 80% average in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses).

Concours provincial de français Entrance Prizes (2)

Value: tuition fees. Recipients: the top two contestants in the Concours provincial de français secondary school language contest, enrolled in the 1st year of any program.

 

Concours de français - langue seconde Entrance Prizes (2)

Value: tuition fees. Recipients: the top two contestants in the Concours de français - langue seconde secondary school language contest, enrolled in the 1st year of any program.

 

Dr. Edna L. Moore Entrance Scholarship

A gift from the friends and colleagues of the late Dr. Edna L. Moore, the first Public Health Nurse in the Ontario Ministry of Health. Having been previously active in a national organization for public health nursing in the United States, she received an honorary doctorate degree from the University of Western Ontario in 1957. Value: $150. Recipient: the 1st-year student enrolled in the School of Nursing with the highest academic standing. The student may not be in receipt of any other major award. The faculty of the School of Nursing makes the selection. 

Edith Rose Brooks Memorial Award

This award is given in memory of Miss Edith Brooks, through the Music Department, and will be awarded to a student in his/her first year of the music program with the highest overall standing in secondary school U/M courses.  Value is variable.

Bourse Franco

The Bourse Franco, valued at $1000 has been created to encourage first year students to register in a program offered in French.  Students must register in 24 credits, (i.e. 80% of a full course load) in French.  Application not required.

 

Frank S. Ressel Memorial Scholarships (4)

Established in 1990 by the late Frank S. Ressel of Sudbury. Value: $1,000/ea. Recipients: 1st-year students enrolled in any undergraduate program on the basis of academic standing in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses).

Horace J. Fraser Scholarship

A gift from Mrs. Catherine Fraser in memory of her late husband, Horace J. Fraser, former President of Falconbridge Nickel Mines Ltd., esteemed member of the University's Board of Governors from 1960-1969 and Chair of the Board from 1965-1969. Value: $2,000. Recipient: a full-time student entering the 1st year of any program, with a min. 80% average in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses).

Laurentian University 35th Anniversary Scholarships (4)

Value: $1,000/ea. Recipients: 1st-year students enrolled in any undergraduate program, on the basis of academic standing (min. 80%) in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses).

McIntosh Engineering Scholarship Fund & Stantec – Mining Scholarship for Academic Excellence

 

Requirements:  Established in 2009, these scholarships seek to award premiere students early in their years of study in the mining and mechanical engineering programs at Laurentian University.  There are 44 awards in total valued at $2800, to be disbursed over five years.  First and second year students enrolled on a full-time basis are eligible.

 

Mr. and Mrs. Myer Levine Scholarship

Established by their children, to honour Mr. and Mrs. Levine. Mr. Levine (1889-1973) was a local businessman and founder of Levine's Ladies Wear in Sudbury. Value: $1,000. Recipient: a student entering the 1st year at University College. The applicant must have obtained a min. 75% average in a secondary school in Sudbury (in six U/M course) or the equivalent, demonstrate financial need, and not be in receipt of another major award.

Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation for Education Entrance Scholarships (2)

Two scholarships, each valued at $1,000, are awarded annually to outstanding students entering first-year Engineering at Laurentian University. Where possible, the scholarships are awarded to a female student and to a male student with the highest academic standing in an Ontario secondary school (six U/M courses. The scholarships are awarded on the recommendation of the School of Engineering.

Peter Barott Scholarship

A gift from the friends, colleagues and associates of the late Peter Barott, a Montreal-based architect who designed major projects including the Science I Building at the University and who contributed to an Expo 67 project in collaboration with another architectural firm. Value: $1,000. Recipient: a 1st-year student enrolled in the Engineering program, with a min. 75% average in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses) and not in receipt of other scholarships or bursaries that exceed a total value of $1,500. If no student entering Engineering is eligible, the award may be given to a student entering a science program.

R.J. Askin Memorial Scholarship

Donated by Abitibi-Price Inc. (Toronto), in memory of the late Robert J. Askin, a former Governor of the University and a member of the Board from its inception until his death in 1961. Mr. Askin demonstrated a keen interest in the affairs of the University and contributed greatly to engineering. Value: $700. Recipient: a 1st-year student enrolled in any program, on the basis of academic excellence in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses).

Thayer Lindsley Scholarship

A bequest of the late Thayer Lindsley (1882-1976), founder and former President of Falconbridge Nickel Mines Ltd. When he retired in 1956, Mr. Lindsley established the John Lindsley Trust which provides the funds for this award. Value: $2,500. Recipient: a student entering a Bachelor of Science or Engineering program with a min. 80% average in an Ontario secondary school (on six U/M courses). The scholarship is paid in two installments: half at registration in 1st term, half at the beginning of the 2nd term.

Thomas D. Edward Scholarship

 

Donated by Edwards Sudbury Ltd., in memory of the late Thomas D. Edward (1894-1971), its founder and former president, who had a keen sense of business and was actively involved in numerous local service clubs. Value: $1,000. Recipient: a 1st-year student enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts, Science or Commerce, with a min. 80% average in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses). 

 

Walter Light Entrance Scholarships (1)

 

Value: $1,000. Recipient: 1st-year student enrolled in a Bachelor of Arts (Humanities) or Bachelor of Commerce, with a min. 80% average in an Ontario secondary school (in six U/M courses).

 

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