Approximately 80 per cent of Queen’s student assistance is disbursed in the form of bursary assistance to support students in meeting their basic educational expenses. In 2003/2004 approximately $14 million was disbursed in need-based student assistance. Queen’s need-based student assistance is intended to supplement, not replace, student and family resources and is granted after government student financial assistance or a student line of credit from a financial institution have been exhausted.  Financial need is the primary consideration in the disbursing of a bursary.  An award is granted on the basis of financial need and academic achievement or achievement in other areas. A large number of named bursaries and awards have been established through the generosity of donors and benefactors to the University.

 

Unless otherwise stated, to be considered for the majority of Queen’s bursaries students complete a single General Bursary application form, which is available on-line on the Student Awards web-site at http://www.queensu.ca/registrar/awards/  The bursary application deadline for students studying in the Fall/Winter is 31 October.  Funds are disbursed at the beginning of the Winter Term.  Bursaries are also available for students studying in the Spring/Summer sessions; the application deadline is 31 May.  Bursaries and awards are paid to the student’s tuition account if a balance is owing, and any remaining funds are paid by cheque. 

 

In cases of emergencies, where immediate assistance is required, students are advised to contact the Student Awards Office.