StFX Bursaries

This listing is a resource that gives students direct access to bursaries available only through St. Francis Xavier University. Application forms are available for immediate download.

The University has a modest bursary program which has been established in order to offer financial assistance to full-time students who find themselves in unanticipated financial difficulty and unable to meet their obligations. Awards are made to those who meet the qualifications established by the university, and, where applicable, by the individual donors. It is important to understand that applicants for St. FX bursaries are expected to have exhausted other financial resources. It is not intended to assist students with costs that are unrelated to attending university. Financial hardship caused by misuse of private funds will be considered the responsibility of the student. Only full-time students in the September to April academic year, who are making satisfactory academic progress, are eligible to apply.

Please understand that the current balance of your account will be checked with the Business Office. All, or a portion, of any bursary award may be credited to cover outstanding balances. If an award is made and the account is in good standing, a cheque will be issued to the student.

Bursaries fall into one of two categories: Limited and General. Limited bursaries are available to students who meet particular requirements as stipulated in the terms of the bursary. General bursaries only require that applicants be full-time students who are making satisfactory academic progress and in need of financial assistance. Please review the list of Limited bursaries to determine your eligibility for any of these before making an application for a General bursary.

Please note that you must reapply for any bursary each year even if it is stated as renewable.

Note to International Students: Please contact the International Student Advisor, Brenda Berthiume (bberth@stfx.ca 867-3678) before contacting the Financial Aid Officer.

Note to Masters of Education Students: Masters of Education Students are not eligible for the bursary program. Please see external bursaries for possible funding sources.

Reminder: Please keep a master copy of your bursary application. Because of the large volume of applications students will not be provided with a copy once the application has been passed in.

Please be advised that bursary amounts can change from year to year. The Financial Aid Office will not be held responsible for any inconvenience this may cause. When the website and the Financial Aid Office have discrepancies as to the amount of award, the Financial Aid Office will take precedence in the decision.

Are you a grade 12 student? You apply to the Limited Bursary Program once you are on campus in September. We do not accept applications for Limited Bursaries before September.

Limited Bursaries

Limited bursaries are available to all full-time students in good academic standing who require financial assistance and meet the criteria of the particular bursary for which the student is applying. Please complete one application (available here for download) per bursary. Once you have completed your application if you have any questions or concerns about your application please book an appointment with the Financial Aid Office. Be sure to bring your application and any supporting documentation to the appointment. Each bursary has its own deadline and funds will not be awarded until after each deadline. Students are encouraged to contact the Financial Aid Office if they are unsure of any of the criteria described below.

Ambrose-Allen Bursary

This bursary is available to full-time American students who are members of the StFX Varsity Football Team, demonstrate financial need, exhibit leadership qualities, and are involved in campus activities. They must be in good academic standing. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: January 20
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Christopher Amirault Memorial Award

This award is available to students in their second, third or forth year of study with preference given to students in their second year of study from Harrison Trimble High School, Moncton, NB, Moncton High School, or North Nova Education Centre (formerly New Glasgow High School) with demonstrated financial need, who are involved in extra-curricular activities, particularly intramural sports. Awarded to a student in good academic standing, with preference being given to a student named to the academic Dean's List.

Application Due Date: February 4
Award Value: up to $1000

 

George D. Anderson Business Award

This award is available to 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year students enrolled full-time in the business program at StFX. Students should exhibit leadership qualities, be a resident of Nova Scotia, be in good academic standing at the conclusion of their first year of study at StFX, and should demonstrate determination, varied interests and stand out as a person who will make a positive impact in the community through leadership. Students must demonstrate financial need and that they otherwise might not be able to attend university. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: October 7
Award Value: up to $2500

 

Anderson Environmental Award (NEW)

This award is available to full time fourth year students in the BSc program with preference going to students majoring in Earth Sciences and next to those taking courses in that subject area. This award is limited to those from the provinces of NS, NL and PE.  The recipient must be on the Dean's List.   

Application Due Date: October 28
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Antigonish Diocesan CWL Bursary

This award will be paid to a female student who is a member of one of the Catholic parishes in the Diocese of Antigonish and who is a full-time student at StFX.

Application Due Date: October 28
Award Value: up to $500

Bauer Bursary

This bursary is available to full-time students who demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to relatives of Fr. Bauer. This bursary may be renewable if the applicant continue to meets the criteria, but they must apply for it each year.

Application Due Date: October 21
Award Value: up to $1000

Rev Donald Belland Bursary

This bursary is available to full-time students who demonstrate financial need and are children of maintenance staff employees who attend StFX.

Application Due Date: February 25
Award Value: up to $250

 

Rod and Betty Bilodeau Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student at StFX who has demonstrated financial need and is in good academic standing but not necessarily at the top of the class. The bursary may be renewed if the student reapplies and continues to meet the established criteria.

Application Due Date: February 25
Award Value: up to $500

 

Birks Family Foundation Bursary

This award is available to full-time students pursuing an undergraduate academic degree with demonstrated financial need and students who can be expected to make positive contributions to society if given the opportunity to complete their studies.

Application Due Date: October 21
Award Value: up to $750

 

Michelle Birks Memorial Award

This award is available to a full-time female student who demonstrates financial need and is entering her second, third or fourth year at StFX. The recipient must be a member of the StFX Women’s Rugby Team. Preference will be given to students registered in the Human Kinetics program. The recipient must have a record of leadership and participation in community activity. Preference will also be given to students who have a strong academic performance and who are placed on the Dean’s List.

Application Due Date: November 11
Award Value: up to $1000

 

The Bishop Bray Bursary

This award is made to High School graduates who are from one of the parishes in the Saint John diocese, are full-time StFX students, and who have demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to first year students.

Application Due Date: October 21
Award Value: up to $500

Harry and Martha Bradley Bursary

This award is available to students who demonstrate financial need and are from the town and county of Antigonish.

Application Due Date: October 14
Award Value: up to $500

 

Rev. John V. Campbell Bursary

This award will be paid to a student, of the Roman Catholic faith, attending StFX, from St. Joseph's Parish in South West Margaree, Inverness County, Nova Scotia.

Application Due Date: January 27
Award Value: up to $500

Clarence and Helen Chadwick Bursary (NEW)

This award is available to full-time students who demonstrate financial need and are from Nova Scotia with preference to those from Antigonish. Recipients must be in good academic standing but not necessarily the top of their class.

Application Due Date: November 11
Award Value: up to $500

 

A. W. Chisholm Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time first degree student who is a resident of Heatherton or St. Andrew's, Antigonish County, in good academic standing, and who has demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to students studying mathematics. This award is renewable upon application.

Application Due Date: January 6
Award Value: minimum of $1000

 

Rev. John W. Chisholm Bursary

This award will be paid to a student from the Antigonish County area, in good academic standing, who has demonstrated financial need. Preference will be given to first year students.

Application Due Date: October 28
Award Value: up to $450

Rosemary Landry Clark Memorial Award

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, is an outstanding student and has been named to the Dean's List. The recipient should have a record of leadership and participation in university and community activities.

Application Due Date: January 13
Award Value: up to $2500

 

Class of '63 Bursary

 

Gerald P. Coleman, Q.C. Award

This award will be paid to a full-time student from Nova Scotia who has maintained an average of 65%, and who can demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to single parents or children of a one-parent home. The student must be involved in extra-curricular activities/sports, and be able to provide two written references that describe their character and leadership abilities.

Application Due Date: January 13
Award Value: up to $1000

Arleen Power Corey Memorial Award

This award will be paid to a first year full-time female student from Newfoundland with preference given to students from Stephenville High School. In the event there is no qualified candidate from Stephenville High School, female students from anywhere in the greater Western Newfoundland region will be considered. The student must demonstrate a strong scholastic standing and have attained a grade point average of 70% or higher.

Application Due Date: January 13
Award Value: up to $500

 

Rev. Cornelius J. Connolly Bursary

This award is intended for full-time students with demonstrated financial need and good academic performance.

Application Due Date: February 25
Award Value: up to $500

Dr. Louis Connolly Bursary 

This award will be paid to worthy and deserving students who have demonstrated financial need and who are members of the parish of Our Lady of Lourdes, Stellerton, N.S., and who are full-time students at StFX.

Application Due Date: February 25
Award Value: up to $700

Edward Patrick Delaney Endowment

This award is available to full-time students who demonstrate financial need and are from Nova Scotia. Preference will be given to those from Cape Breton.

Application Due Date: November 11
Award Value: $1500

 

Development Studies Internship Bursary

This award is available to full-time students who demonstrate financial need and are enrolled in Development Studies 312 having completed the introductory 200 level Development Studies course. The student must have a high academic standing. Preference will be given to students who are majoring in the Development Studies Program. 

Application Due Date: January 27
Award Value: $500

 

Faculty Staff Scholastic Award Endowment Fund

This award will be paid to a full-time student at StFX who has demonstrated financial need and is in his or her second, third or fourth year of study. The student must be involved in extra-curricular activity, on the Dean’s List, demonstrate leadership ability and be actively involved in student life. Previous recipients who still meet the criteria can reapply.

Application Due Date: February 4
Award Value: $1000

 

Fiset Bursary

Awards from this fund are given to the relatives of Father Fiset, upon identification and verification.

Application Due Date: February 25
Award Value: up to $1000

Florida Alumni Bursary in Honour of Jim Kenney (NEW)

This award will be paid to full-time students at St FX who have demonstrated financial need in good academic standing.

Application Due Date: February 25
Award Value: up to $750

 

Hugh A. Fraser Bursary

This award will be paid to full-time students at St FX who have demonstrated financial need and are from the Havre Boucher area.

Application Due Date: January 13
Award Value: up to $500

Douglas P. Furlott Award

This award is available to full-time students in 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, be in good academic standing, and show leadership ability. Preference will be given to those applicants studying in Geology.

Application Due Date: January 6
Award Value: up to $1000

General Motors of Canada Ltd. Women in Science Bursary

This award will be paid to a female student in science who has demonstrated financial need. Priority will be given to women in Engineering. The recipient should demonstrate leadership potential and be in good academic standing. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: October 28
Award Value: up to $2500

General Romeo Dallaire African Leadership in Education Award

This award is for African students who are full time (minimum of 24 credits or more) and in an undergraduate program leading to a degree. The student must be in good standing and have demonstrated financial need. While this bursary is equivalent to the differential tuition paid by international students the recipient is responsible for the normal StFX tuition and other expenses. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.
 

Application Due Date: December 2
Award Value: equivalent to the differential tuition paid by international students which for the 2006-07 year is $6205

Joseph and Tessie Gillis Bursary

This award will be paid to full-time students at StFX who have demonstrated financial need and are in their third or fourth year of pre-med.

Application Due Date: January 20
Award Value: up to $250

Glen Bursary

This award will be paid to full-time students attending StFX at the undergraduate level and who are in good academic standing, in the following order of priority:
i) students who are native or current residents of Glenville, Inverness County, CapeBreton
ii) students whose parent or parents were once residents of Glenville
iii) students who are members of Stella Maris Parish, Inverness, Cape Breton
iv) students who are current residents of Inverness County, N.S.
In the unlikely event that no undergraduate students fit into the categories listed above, students in the same categories who are enrolled in the Bachelor of Education program may be considered for the award.

Application Due Date: October 7
Award Value: up to $500

Mary Jane Graham Bursary (NEW)

This award will be paid to full-time students at StFX who have demonstrated financial need and are studying Human Nutrition.

Application Due Date: October 7
Award Value: up to $500

 

Fr. Edward Grant Bursary

This award will be paid to full-time students at StFX who have demonstrated financial need and are from the Halifax Regional Municipality, with preference given to students from Dartmouth and Bedford. Students should be involved in extracurricular activities and demonstrate that they are doing their best to put themselves through university.

Application Due Date: October 28
Award Value: up to $750

Heaslip/MacDonald Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time Canadian student at StFX who has demonstrated financial need. The award is renewable, on the condition that all years of study must be at StFX. If the student does not pass all of their courses, the award will be revoked. The student should meet the requirements of the University leadership awards. The award will not be made on the basis of academic merit alone, but the students should demonstrate determination, varied interests, and stand out as people who have made a positive impact on their community, either through athletics or community leadership. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: January 6
Award Value: up to $3500

Honourable Angus MacIsaac Democracy 250 Veterans Memorial Leadership Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student (30 credits or more) in any undergraduate program or the Bachelor of Education program who is a resident of Antigonish County, Nova Scotia and demonstrates financial need. The student should exhibit leadership, participate in community and/or student activities and must be in good academic standing with an average of at least 65%.  This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: December 2
Award Value: up to $500

 

IBEW Local 625 Nursing Bursary

This award will be paid to full-time BSc in Nursing students in the second term of their second year who demonstrate financial need. There are two bursaries available. One recipient must be a resident of Antigonish town or county and a graduate of an Antigonish town or county high school. The second can be from anywhere on the mainland of NS. The recipient must be involved in student activities and an academically good student but not necessarily at the top of their class.

Application Due Date: March 3
Award Value: up to $500

 

James A. Martin Award

This award will be paid to a full-time Canadian First Nation's student who has worked for peace and the welfare of his or her neighbors as well as excelled academically. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: January 20
Award Value: up to $1000

 

James Jarvis Stewart Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student at StFX. Preference will be given to PEI residents and those who have demonstrated financial need, who are Christian, and who are enrolled in at least one religious studies course, or who actively participate in one of the campus ministry committees, or who are active in their own church as confirmed by their Minister or Priest. The student must demonstrate leadership abilities and must be in good academic standing with an average of at least 65%. The student must also be involved in extra curricular activity such as varsity athletics, student government, residence staff, community based charities, etc. All other things being equal preference will be given to female basketball players.

Application Due Date: October 14
Award Value: up to $750

Julie-Anne Award

This award is available to full-time students enrolled in either the Faculty of Arts, the Faculty of Science or the Gerald Schwartz School of Business and Information Systems. Applicants must be from the Maritime provinces and Canadian born within the last 20 years. Applicants cannot have a history of drug or alcohol abuse, and they must demonstrate financial need, leadership potential and be in good academic standing.

Application Due Date: January 27
Award Value: up to $750

Alex and Mary Kell Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student in their final year at StFX who is intending to enter a seminary for the purpose of studying towards the Catholic Priesthood. In the event that in any given year there is no qualifying student the funds are to be distributed to any senior student in financial need.

Application Due Date: September 30
Award Value: up to $400

Angus J. Kell Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time first year student of StFX who has been a resident of the town or county of Antigonish for at least five years. Applicants must present letters of recommendation from the school principal and two teachers. Applicants must have combined a satisfactory academic record with leadership in cultural, athletic or community service. Preference will be given to sons and daughters of employees of Kell Enterprises, Antigonish, Nova Scotia.

Application Due Date: September 30
Award Value: up to $400

Killam American Fund

This award will be paid to a full-time American undergraduate student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need.

Application Due Date: November 11
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Livingston/Topshee Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time undergraduate student (not for Education Students) of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and who had participated in either athletics or a leadership activity during their high school education. All other things being equal, preferences will be given to descendants of the Livingston or Topshee families. Applicants should be active participants in campus activities. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: November 4
Award Value: up to $2500

Senator John MacCormick Scholarship

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need

Application Due Date: December 2
Award Value: up to $250

 

Anastasia MacDonald Bursary

This award will be paid to a single mother who is a full-time student demonstrating financial need. Preference will be given to members of St. Ninian's Parish, and secondly to members of the diocese of Antigonish, NS. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: January 27
Award Value: $1000

Angus R. MacDonald Bursary

This award will be paid to full-time students at StFX from the parish of St. Margaret of Scotland, Arisaig, N.S.  or members of the mission churches of St. Mary's, Lismore or St. Andrew's, Egerton. Preference will be given to those who express a desire to study for the priesthood and to students who are relatives of the late Angus Ronald MacDonald. This award is based on financial need and a limited amount are distributed each year. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: November 4
Award Value: up to $1000

The James M. MacDonald Bursary in Memory of Father George Kehoe, Mr. Rudy Pace and Mr. Ernie Frioult

This award is available to full-time students from Cape Breton, with preference for those whose normal residence is in Sydney or the immediate surrounding area. Applicants should be studying either: Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geology, Biology, Business Administration or Information Systems or in the Health Sciences field. The award is not available to education students. Applicants must be in an academic program that is leading towards a first degree and must be studying in a wealth creating field. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and a sincere effort and commitment to their academic endeavor. This award is renewable.

 Application Due Date: January 27
Award Value: up to $1500

 

John H. MacDougall Bursary

This award is available to students who can demonstrate financial need and are enrolled full time in the Engineering program. The applicant should be a resident of the Antigonish area. However, if the bursary quota cannot be filled from Antigonish, then residents of other areas of Nova Scotia will be considered.

Application Due Date: September 30
Award Value: $1000

Rev. R. K. MacIntyre Bras d'Or Scholarship

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need from the Bras d'Or Parish.

Application Due Date: November 4
Award Value: up to $250

 

Rev. Charles MacIsaac Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and who are children of the support staff at StFX, as defined by members of the Physical Plant, Security Department, food services staff, office secretarial, and clerical secretarial.

Application Due Date: February 18
Award Value: up to $500

John C. MacIsaac Memorial Bursary

This award is available to full-time students studying towards a first degree . The bursaries are to be directed firstly to the applicants whose normal residence is on Cape Breton Island, however, if the bursary quota cannot be filled from Cape Breton residents, then residents of other areas of Nova Scotia will be considered. Applicants must have demonstrated sincere effort and commitment to their academic endeavor and demonstrate financial need. Applicants must submit a letter of recommendation from someone who is personally familiar with their qualifications for acceptance.

Application Due Date: January 20
Award Value: up to $1000

Minnie MacIsaac Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and who is considering entering the priesthood or other theological employment.

Application Due Date: January 13
Award Value: up to $250

Mary McNair MacIsaac Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, who is in good academic standing, and who is a student in the faculty of Education.

Application Due Date: October 28
Award Value: up to $600

 

Hugh MacKinnon Bursary

This award is available to full-time students with demonstrated financial need who are of the Catholic faith.

Application Due Date: February 18
Award Value: up to $250

Roderick D. MacLean Award

This award is available to full-time students who are maintaining a minimum grade average of 75% and from Moncton, New Brunswick. Applicants must demonstrate financial need, be involved in extra-curricular activities and demonstrate leadership ability.

Application Due Date: January 27
Award Value: $1000

Joseph and Mary (MacNeil) MacLellan Bursary

This award will be paid to any descendants of Mary (MacNeil) and Joseph MacLellan. If this criteria is not fulfilled other fulltime students with demonstrated financial need will be considered. This award is renewable, on the condition that the applicant continues to meet the criteria.

Application Due Date: September 30
Award Value: $2000

Rev. J. D. MacLeod Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and is a member of St. John The Baptist Parish, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. Awards will also be given to members of the Rev. J.D. MacLeod's brother's family. Preference will be given to students who show signs of a religious vocation.

Application Due Date: January 6
Award Value: up to $400

Donald and Mary MacNeil Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and who is considering entering the priesthood or other theological employment.

Application Due Date: January 6
Award Value: up to $750

John V. MacNeil Bursary

This award is available to full-time students with demonstrated financial need who is either from Christmas Island, Cape Breton or is considering entering the priesthood or other theological employment.

Application Due Date: January 27
Award Value: up to $500

J.B. MacSween Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time senior student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and who has excelled in journalism while on campus. The work in journalism must be completed on this campus.

Application Due Date: March 3
Award Value: up to $250

Martin Luther King Junior Award for Academic Achievement

This award will be paid to a full-time African Canadian student of StFX from Nova Scotia who has demonstrated excellence academically.

Application Due Date: March 3
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Mascoll Scholarship Fund

This award will be paid to a full-time African Canadian student of StFX who is in academic good standing.

Application Due Date: March 3
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Rev. Roderick McInnis Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time male Catholic student who has demonstrated financial need and is in the Faculty of Arts. Preference will be given to those from the Diocese of Antigonish.

Application Due Date: December 2
Award Value: up to $500

 

Moncton Student Fund

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and who is from the Moncton, New Brunswick area.

Application Due Date: March 3
Award Value: up to $250

Morrissey Sisters Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need and is from Prince Edward Island. If no qualified applicants are found then students from Antigonish will be considered. Preference will be given to students studying in the Department of Human Nutrition. The recipient must be able to demonstrate leadership ability.

Application Due Date: March 3
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Myles Mills Class of '59 Leadership Award

This award is available to full-time students in their senior year who have an academic average of at least 65%. Applicants must demonstrate leadership qualities and financial need. Not open for Education Students. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: September 30
Award Value: up to $2500

Nasha Murphy Award

This award is available to a mature or returning female student, enrolled full-time (minimum 3 courses at StFX), from Nova Scotia, who is in good academic standing with demonstrated financial need.

Application Due Date: November 4
Award Value: up to $500

Paul & Miki Norris Bursary

This award is available to full-time students who demonstrate financial need, are involved in student activities and are academically good students but not necessarily at the top of the class. Students must have come to StFX directly from high school to apply.

Application Due Date: February 3
Award Value: $1000

Rudy Pace Memorial Jazz Bursary

This award is available to full-time students from the Jazz Studies Program who attended high school in Cape Breton and who demonstrate financial need. The student must be academically good but not necessarily the top of their class. A separate interview and audition will take place with the Dept. of Music to demonstrate musical ability. Preference will be given to students who have not yet received this award. This award can be renewed provided the recipient meets the criteria, reapplies, and that no other applicant can be found.

Application Due Date: October 14
Award Value: $1500

Dr. Abraham Risk Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and who is a graduate from Sydney Academy High School. Students should have been involved in student activities during high school, and has demonstrated leadership abilities.

Application Due Date: October 14
Award Value: up to $500

 

Helen and Cyril Ross Bursary

The recipient must demonstrate financial need and a be full-time female student from New Brunswick who is enrolled for 30 credits. The recipient must be in good academic standing, but not necessarily at the top of their class. The award may be renewed if the student reapplies and continues to meet the criteria.

Application Due Date: January 13
Award Value: up to $2500

 

Albert and Mary Sampson Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time senior student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need.

Application Due Date: January 13
Award Value: up to $450

Scots' College Fund of Canada

This award is available to full-time students of Catholic, Highland, Scottish descent who are preparing for the priesthood or who have been active in another form of ministry. Recipients are required to include courses in theology and/or philosophy in their program of studies. An application form is available from the Financial Aid Office. For more information contact StFX Chaplain Fr. Daniel MacLennan.

Application Due Date: November 18
Award Value: up to $1000

Single Mothers/Married Students Bursary

This award is available to full-time students with demonstrated need who are single mothers. If that criteria cannot be filled, then married students will be considered

Application Due Date: September 9
Award Value: up to $500

Sisters of Saint Martha Centennial Diocesan Bursary for Women

This award is for women in full-time studies at St. Francis Xavier University in the fields of Religious or Catholic Students (minor, major or honours) requiring financial assistance. The student must have good academic standing and show potential in the areas of responsibility, leadership, and commitment to community by way of having a desire to make a positive contribution to society.  In keeping with the spirit of the Sisters of St. Martha, this student would exemplify commitment to be about the development of persons. Please provide a short explanation of your financial situation, including other bursaries or scholarships, courses of study, and aspirations for the future including a list of courses you plan to take next term, and a list of extra curricular activities. Summarize in a few paragraphs why you are a suitable candidate for this Bursary. Please include an academic transcript.

Application Due Date: February 10
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Sisters of St. Martha's Bursary for Single Mothers

This award is available to full-time students with demonstrated need who are single mothers.

Application Due Date: September 9
Award Value: up to $500

 

StFX Halifax Alumni Kehoe Bursary

This award is available to undergraduate students or BEd students who demonstrate financial need and are from the Halifax Regional Municipality.                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Application Due Date: February 17
Award Value: up to $1000

 

St. Francis Xavier Association of University Teachers Bursary

This award is available to undergraduate students. The amount of the bursary will be equal to the cost of one 6-credit course. Recipients will be chosen based on their demonstration of financial need, which should be outlined in their essay.

Application Due Date: September 23
Award Value: equal to a 6-credit course

St. Martha's Hospital School  of Nursing Alumnae Bursary (NEW)

This bursary is available to full-time students who demonstrate financial need. The recipient must be a hard working student who is registered in the BSC in Nursing program at StFX entering their 2nd, 3rd or 4th year and have achieved a minimum average of 70% during his or her previous year of study.

Application Due Date: August 19
Award Value: $1000

 

Students For Life Bursary

This award is available to a young single mother who is pregnant, single, or young parents who have demonstrated financial need. They must be full-time in an undergraduate degree. This award will be applied directly to the student's account.

Application Due Date: January 20
Award Value: up to $400

Student Union Bursary

This award is available to full-time students with demonstrated financial need who are participating in volunteer work. Preference will be given to those participating in volunteer work with the Student Union.

Application Due Date: October 14
Award Value: up to $500

Student Union On-Campus Day Care Bursary

This award is available to full-time students who have a child (children) enrolled in the On-Campus Day Care Program for the whole academic year and have demonstrated financial need. The bursary will be awarded in two installments, once per term. If the enrollment ceases in the second term the student will forfeit their second installment.

Application Due Date: September 16
Award Value: up to $1000

TD Bank Scholarship in Jazz Studies

This award will be paid to a full-time Canadian student in Jazz Studies who has demonstrated financial need. This award is available for full or part-time students and is renewable provided terms continue to be met

Application Due Date: November 18
Award Value: $1000

 

Rev. John F. Toomey Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student who has demonstrated financial need and is in good academic standing.

Application Due Date: November 18
Award Value: $500

Toronto Alumni Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, is from the Toronto area, is involved in extra curricular activities and demonstrates leadership. Must be in good academic standing. Preference will be given to first year students.

Application Due Date: February 3
Award Value: $500

 

Arthur P. Tully Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time male student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need, and who is considering entering the priesthood or other theological employment.

Application Due Date: February 3
Award Value: up to $500

Katherine Tully Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need.

Application Due Date: February 24
Award Value: up to $1000

 

 

Martin J. Walsh Bursary

This award will be paid to a full-time student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need.

Application Due Date: November 11
Award Value: up to $500

 

Kathie Wdowiak Bursary

This award will be paid to a Canadian full-time (30 credits or more) student of StFX who has demonstrated financial need. Recipients must have an academic average of at least 65% with preference going to those who are actively practicing Christians, Jews or Muslims. The recipients should also be volunteering with caring organizations such as L'Arche, X-Project, nursing homes or other such institutions. This bursary is renewable provided the recipients reapply and continue to meet the criteria. 

Application Due Date: February 10
Award Value: up to $3000

 

James and Mary Whelan Scholastic Award

This award is available to undergraduate full-time students enrolled in the Department of Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or Physics in the Bachelor of Science program at StFX. Applicants must show academic merit and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to students from Newfoundland, and with things being equal, preference may be given to descendents of the James Joseph and Mary Angela (Tobin) Whelan families. This is a renewable award provided the successful applicants continue to meet the criteria each year.

Application Due Date: October 7
Award Value: up to $1000

 

XEDC Entrepreneurship Bursary

This award is available to full-time students registered in their second, third or fourth year with demonstrated financial need. The applicant must be in good academic standing, be involved in extracurricular activities and demonstrate leadership ability. Previous recipients are not eligible to receive the bursary for a second year. As well as a bursary application the applicant must provide a typed letter of no more than one page in length outlining the following: (a) Why he or she is interested in entrepreneurship?(b) What are the applicant’s career goals after graduation? (c) What small business experience does the applicant have?

 December 2
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Yancy Meyer Memorial Bursary

This award is available to full-time students registered in 30 credits in their second, third or fourth year with demonstrated financial need. The student must demonstrate commitment to working against the conditions that foster violence in their school or community, primarily through community service. They must be currently or have had recent part-time employment and an academic average of at least 75% from the previous year.  This award is open to all undergraduates and students in the BEd and MEd programs.  

Application Due Date: February 10
Award Value: up to $1000

 

Angus F. and Jean A. Young Award

This award is available to full-time Engineering students in their second year of study. Students must demonstrate financial need.

Application Due Date: September 30
Award Value: up to $300

 

John Young Endowment Fund

This award is available to full-time students with demonstrated financial need. Special consideration will be given to: scholastic standing and other achievements, demonstrated leadership qualities, participation in extracurricular activities or community involvement.

Application Due Date: February 17
Award Value: up to $500

General Bursaries

General October

This award is available to all full-time students in good academic standing who require financial assistance.

Application Due Date: October 7
Award Value: up to $500

General November

 This award is available to all full-time students in good academic standing who require financial assistance.

Application Due Date: November 18
Award Value: up to $500

General February

 This award is available to all full-time students in good academic standing who require financial assistance.

Application Due Date: February 3
Award Value: up to $500

General March

 This award is available to all full-time students in good academic standing who require financial assistance.

Application Due Date: March 3
Award Value: up to $500

General bursaries are maintained by these generous funds:

• Annual Giving Fund
• Cecilia Brennan Bursary
• General Bursary Fund
• M. & J. D. N. MacDonald Bursary
• Rev. L. H. (Butch) MacLean Bursary
• Scholarship/Bursary/Intern Campaign

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