Awards Guide
Kwantlen Polytechnic University offers a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and awards to recognize students with high academic standing and to provide financial assistance to help meet educational costs. The Online Scholarship, Bursary and Award Guide is a comprehensive listing of awards available to Kwantlen students.
View Kwantlen's Scholarship, Bursary and Award List
Before completing a Kwantlen awards application, please read the following information in the links below:
- Scholarship Eligibility
- Bursary Eligibility
- Award Eligibility
- "No Formal Application Is Required" or "Faculty Recommended"
- Full-Time Enrollment is Required
- Student Responsibilities and Online Declaration Form
- Completed Online Applications
- Supporting Documentation
Scholarship Eligibility
Scholarship eligibility is based primarily on academic achievement. Other factors such as program, community involvement, and financial need may also be considered with respect to certain awards. For scholarship awards that have a GPA requirement, the selection committee(s) will consider institutional GPA unless stated otherwise for individual awards. Scholarships are open for consideration to all students. Unless otherwise noted on each scholarship description, the recipients will be selected by the Kwantlen Polytechnic University Scholarships and Awards Committee.
Bursary Eligibility
Bursaries are awarded on the basis of financial need and students must complete the Budget Worksheet portion of the relevant Award application in order to be considered.
Award Eligibility
Eligibility for some Kwantlen awards is based on both academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. These awards will carry elements of the eligibility criteria described above for bursaries and scholarships.
International Students
International students are eligible for scholarships. International students are eligible for awards provided the award has been established to include international students as indicated in the award criteria. International students are not eligible for bursaries or awards whose criteria include financial need.
"No Formal Application Is Required" or "Faculty Recommended"
When these words appear at the end of an award description, they mean that students do NOT have to submit an application forms to Student Awards and Financial Assistance inorder to be considered for the award. The recipients will be selected through other means, such as by faculty or department selection committees.
Full-Time Enrollment is Required
Criteria that specifies "Full-time enrollment is required" generally means that students will be required to be registered in a minimum of 9 credits at 1100 level courses or higher, in their program of study. Awards that require higher or lower course loads will be clearly specified.
Student Responsibilities and Online Declaration Form
Scholarships, bursaries and awards are made possible by generous contributions from individuals and organizations who believe in providing financial assistance to students wishing to pursue an education. In return students are asked to:
- Provide sufficient and accurate information to demonstrate that all criteria are met and for the members of the Scholarships & Awards Committee to make an informed decision
- Show appreciation for any and all awards received by thanking the donor in writing. Please submit your letter to Student Awards and Financial Assistance on any campus and it will be forwarded to the donor on your behalf.
- Attend the Scholarships and Awards Ceremony
- A submitted application implies consent to the review of information provided to the Scholarships and Awards Committee(s). Those who receive awards consent to the release of their name and image for publication.
- Online Declaration Form click here to view
Completed Online Applications
Completed online applications will be accepted up until 4:30pm on the day of the published deadlines, unless otherwise indicated, and students will be considered for all scholarships, awards and bursaries for which they meet criteria. (Important - please refer to Supporting Documentation).
Supporting Documentation
Applicants must provide 2 copies of each piece of supporting documentation that is being submitted. (Exceptions will be made for any reference letters provided to the student in a sealed envelope or sent by faculty directly to the Scholarships & Awards Coordinator)
Students are strongly encouraged to submit additional documentation in support of their online application. Documentation may include faculty references or volunteerism/community involvement references or any other material the applicant feels is relevant to their application or required by a specific award (refer to the Profile Selection page of the online application).
Supporting documentation (two copies), must either be hand delivered or mailed to Student Awards & Financial Assistance on any Kwantlen campus, on or before the posted deadline. Faxed or emailed copies will no longer be accepted with the exception of faculty reference letters which may be emailed directly to Teresa McLeod, Scholarships & Awards Coordinator at teresa.mcleod@kwantlen.ca
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
*REMINDER * Review the Awards Guide - Kwantlen's online awards guide contains important information such as complete descriptions of the awards that are available, terms of reference, award eligibility and student responsibilities.
