Saskatchewan Scholarships

University of Saskatchewan graduating-year students in English, Home Economics and Nutrition, or Theology who completed at least 18 credit units in the previous Regular Session may apply for the Hannon Travel Scholarships. Theology applicants follow the Hannon theology pathway (Arts and Science BA students with the required honours coursework or Philosophy honours admission, plus a theology intent statement). Up to five $7,000 scholarships are awarded. Selection is based on the merit of the travel proposal, university and community involvement, and character; academic achievement may also be considered. Travel identified in the proposal must be undertaken within one year of the award. Apply through PAWS by December 1. The scholarships were established by the late Judge J.W. Hannon in memory of his father, the Rev. James Hannon, D.D.

University of Saskatchewan undergraduate students entering third year in chemical, mechanical, or geological engineering with an interest in metallurgy and mineral processing may receive $5,000. Two awards are offered, with preference for chemical engineering students. The award recognizes academic achievement in engineering related to the mining industry. Submit a letter outlining mining-industry interest and work experience by October 1.

For a University of Regina undergraduate who is a graduate of Dr. George Ferguson School in Regina, SK or Bert Fox Community High School in Fort Qu'Appelle, SK, is entering with a minimum entrance average of 70%, is pursuing any degree or diploma, remains registered in at least 9 credit hours when the award is presented, and has demonstrated extracurricular activities, community involvement, leadership, and involvement in sports (team sports preferred). One entrance scholarship of $3,750 is awarded. Selection weighs entrance average, community involvement, and athletics. Apply through the university's standard entrance scholarship process by the posted deadline.

For entering students with a minimum average of 90% or higher who register and remain registered in 12 credit hours in both the Fall and Winter semesters. One entrance scholarship of $3,550 is paid in two equal instalments. To receive the second instalment, the recipient must maintain at least a 75% average in the first semester.

University of Regina students entering directly from a Canadian high school to pursue a Bachelor of Arts in the Faculty of Arts may receive this $3,000 entrance scholarship. Candidates need a minimum 85% early conditional admission average and must remain registered in at least 9 credit hours when the award is presented. A letter of recommendation from your high school principal or guidance counselor must be sent to Student Awards and Financial Aid. Apply by March 15.

University of Saskatchewan students who are sons or daughters of Administrative and Supervisory Personnel Association (ASPA) members, have completed at least one year toward a degree, hold at least a 65% average from the previous year, and are enrolled in a degree program may receive this bursary. Selection is based on financial need. Two bursaries of $2,500 are available. Students apply themselves via the USask awards portal.

Entrance scholarships administered through Saskatchewan post-secondary institutions for graduating high school students. University of Saskatchewan and University of Regina each offer a $2,500 award to CAA Saskatchewan members or their children who are Saskatchewan residents, while Saskatchewan Polytechnic distributes $3,750 across automotive service and auto body technician certificate programs with a broader eligibility window. Apply directly through the participating school's awards office; institutions evaluate academic merit, financial need, and extracurricular involvement.

Self-declared Aboriginal University of Regina students enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Kinesiology and Health Studies degree program may apply. You must demonstrate leadership in recreation, sport, physical activity, or related fields. One $1,200 award is granted. Preference goes to graduate students, then entering undergraduates, then continuing undergraduates. Apply with a leadership statement and current transcripts. Entering students qualify on admission average with at least nine fall credit hours; continuing students need a minimum 65% CGPA and at least 15 completed credit hours.

Indigenous Canadian graduate students at the University of Saskatchewan in Indian and Northern Education, Native Studies, or related Indigenous education fields may apply. Applicants should have work experience with Indigenous communities and some familiarity with an Indigenous language. The scholarship is worth $1,000 and one award is made each year. Applications are due November 1.

Saskatchewan residents entering the University of Regina Baccalauréat en éducation française with at least 15 credit hours and a minimum 75% admission average, who demonstrate interest and commitment to French language and culture, are eligible for this entrance scholarship. Two scholarships of $800 each are awarded. Selection weighs admission average at 50% and demonstrated interest in French language and culture at 50%. Apply through the Institut Français by October 31.