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For UBC Vancouver students who have special needs brought about by a physical disability.
One or more bursaries are offered from funds raised at a March 1987 celebrity concert and auction at UBC, matched by the Alma Mater Society, in recognition of Rick Hansen's accomplishments.
Requires a special application available from Enrolment Services, the Crane Library, and the Disability Centre. Adjudicated by the Committee on Awards for Students with Disabilities.
The Rick Hansen Special Needs Bursary awards Amount varies.
The deadline is September 15, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline are typically not considered, so plan to finish early.
Key requirements include: Canada; University of British Columbia Vancouver; Physical Impairment. Check the full eligibility section above, or create a free Award Scholar profile to have every requirement checked against your profile automatically.
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