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University of Ottawa scholarships
Curated official links for University of Ottawa students in Ontario. This page is not a live search and not a complete awards database. Confirm eligibility on each official site. Tap Save on a link to track it on the Saved page (this browser only). This is not a paid ranking.
Official University of Ottawa awards page (opens in a new tab)How awards work at University of Ottawa
uOttawa considers eligible students for its Admission Scholarship automatically. Most other awards are applied for online through uoZone.
Automatic admission scholarship
The University of Ottawa Admission Scholarship has no application. Eligible full-time students are considered automatically based on their average.
Online Scholarships and Bursaries tool
Most application-based awards are in the Online Scholarships and Bursaries tool, reached through uoZone with your uoAccess login.
Financial Questionnaire
Bursaries and the Work-Study Program need the Financial Questionnaire. Some faculties use their own process and deadline, so check your faculty page.
Summarized from University of Ottawa’s official pages, checked November 2026. Names and steps can change, so confirm on the official site before you apply.
Deadlines
- University of Ottawa awards: deadlines vary by award and change each year. Confirm each one on the official awards page.
- OSAP: Full-time students must apply no later than 60 days before the end of their study period. Apply as early as you can. Official OSAP page
- Your OSAP apply-by date: it counts back from the end of your own study period. Work it out with the OSAP deadline calculator.
Applying for scholarships and awards
University of Ottawa Financial Aid and Awards hub for Online Scholarships and Bursaries and how to apply.
NSLSC
National Student Loans Service Centre — manage Canada Student Loans and grants after you apply through your province.
OSAP
Ontario Student Assistance Program grants and loans for eligible students, including those at the University of Ottawa.
Loran Scholars Award
National undergraduate award for Canadian high school students with character, service, and leadership.
Schulich Leader Scholarships
STEM entrance scholarships at selected Canadian universities, including the University of Ottawa — confirm terms on the official site.
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Questions about University of Ottawa scholarships
- How do I apply for awards at University of Ottawa?
- uOttawa considers eligible students for its Admission Scholarship automatically. Most other awards are applied for online through uoZone. Automatic admission scholarship: The University of Ottawa Admission Scholarship has no application. Eligible full-time students are considered automatically based on their average. Online Scholarships and Bursaries tool: Most application-based awards are in the Online Scholarships and Bursaries tool, reached through uoZone with your uoAccess login. Financial Questionnaire: Bursaries and the Work-Study Program need the Financial Questionnaire. Some faculties use their own process and deadline, so check your faculty page.
- Where do I find official University of Ottawa scholarships?
- Start on University of Ottawa's official awards page: https://www.uottawa.ca/study/fees-financial-support/applying-scholarships-awards. This WealthNutz page links to it and to other official sources. It is not a complete awards database.
- When are University of Ottawa scholarship deadlines?
- Deadlines vary by award and change each year. Check each award on University of Ottawa's official page before you apply. WealthNutz does not list deadlines it can't confirm.
- Do I apply for government student aid separately?
- Yes. School awards are separate from government aid. Ontario students apply for loans and grants through OSAP, and manage the federal part on the NSLSC. Full-time students must apply no later than 60 days before the end of their study period. Apply as early as you can.
- Is WealthNutz part of University of Ottawa?
- No. WealthNutz is an independent education site. School and government links are never paid placements, and you always apply on the official site.