Joyce Scholars Awards

Three awards, valued at up to $20,000 each over eight academic terms, will be awarded annually to deserving undergraduate students entering Year One of any program, in any Faculty. To be considered, students must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons in Canada, as well as residents of Ontario, and have graduated from high school within the last three years. Preference will be given to students from the Region of Waterloo. Selection will be based on a combination of demonstrated financial need, as determined by the University of Waterloo, a statement describing the impact this award will have on their ability to pursue their educational goals and a reference letter from an individual who is aware of the student’s personal circumstances and can speak to their resilience in the face of adversity and potential for success in their post-secondary studies. Selected students must commit to working with a mentor throughout their undergraduate studies. Interested students must complete the Joyce Scholars Award application as well as the University of Waterloo Entrance Bursary online application by April 15. This fund is made possible by a generous donation from The Joyce Family Foundation, which is committed to providing access to education for youth who face significant financial barriers and have demonstrated the ability to overcome obstacles and adversity.