If you are planning to study at college or university, there are many resources available to help you prepare. Check this page for information about post-secondary financial aid and contact your guidance counsellor for more information.
Scholarships & Bursaries
Scholarships, bursaries and awards can help you pay for post-secondary studies. There are many free resources available to help you find scholarship opportunities:
Below, we've compiled a few examples of scholarships and bursaries available to high school students. Most of these scholarships are provided by organizations outside of the OCDSB. Eligibility and deadlines are subject to change, so please check their websites for the most up-to-date information.
- Black Foundation of Community Networks Scholarships and Directory
- Children's Aid Foundation Bursaries
- Education Foundation of Ottawa Awards and Bursaries
- The G.J. Cooper Scholarship Award (Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation)
- Ilana and Steven Rubin Educational Endowment Fund
- Indspire - Bursaries, Scholarships and Awards for Indigenous Students
- Jamie Hubley Scholarship for Mental Health
- John Evans Engineering Entrance Award
- Loran Scholars Foundation
- Lynch-Getty Global Student Award
- Nelson - Civic Leadership and Indigenous Student Scholarships
- OCENET Bursaries and Awards
- OFSAA Scholarships
- Ontario Government Financial Aid for Students in Special Circumstances
- Ontario Public Student Trustee Leadership Scholarship
- OPSBA Public Property Assessment Network Scholarship
- RBC Future Launch Scholarship
- Scholarships Available to Students with Learning Disabilities
- Schulich Leaders Scholarship
- TD Community Leadership Scholarship
- TD Scholarship for Indigenous Peoples
- Terry Fox Humanitarian Award
- Storwell's Foster Children Bursary Program
Contests/Awards
- Youth Ottawa 21 Under 21 Awards
- Young Courage Award
(2025 application information)
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
OSAP is a financial aid program that can help you pay for college or university. OSAP offers funding through grants (money you don’t have to pay back) or a student loan (money you need to repay once you’re done school).