OpenCloses in 29 days
Source verified August 13, 2026
Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards
Student aid through bursaries and awards
Latest source updateLast Update: August 13, 2026Latest change: The awards and bursaries listing now shows broader campus coverage for the AC Aid Entrance Bursary, updated term availability, and revised link presentation for several award rows.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 13, 2026
Latest change: The awards and bursaries listing now shows broader campus coverage for the AC Aid Entrance Bursary, updated term availability, and revised link presentation for several award rows.
Award listing details updated
The Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships listing now shows the AC Aid Entrance Bursary for Ottawa, Pembroke, and Perth instead of Ottawa only, and its term display now shows Fall, Winter, Spring. Several award rows also switched to a generic [Read more] link presentation, changing how users reach the detail pages.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
September 22, 2026
Opened August 17, 2026
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Algonquin College offers student financial aid through bursaries, scholarships, and awards, with more than $7M distributed each year. Support is available for eligible students through the bursary portal and, for some awards, separate applications with required supporting materials.
/100
Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Other Racialized Persons
- Black Canadians
- Rural or Northern Residents
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Startups
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Applying for bursaries, scholarships, and awards
- Submitting separate applications for specific awards
- Providing supporting materials for merit-based awards
Documents Needed
- Bursary application form submitted in ACSIS
- Social Insurance Number
- Financial information and living cost breakdown
- Demo tape, for specific awards
- Short written statement, for specific awards
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students in the Film and Media Production program
Who is not eligible
- Students who do not meet the specific award criteria
- Students who submit late bursary applications
- Students without a registered Social Insurance Number for bursary awards
Eligible expenses
- Tuition support for bursaries and awards
- Student account charges
- Remaining bursary balance paid to eligible students
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Late bursary applications
- Applications without a Social Insurance Number
- Students who withdraw from their program before payment
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa
- Pembroke
- Perth
- AC Online
Selection criteria
- Financial need for bursaries.
- Academic achievement for scholarships and awards.
- Other merit factors such as leadership, volunteerism, or extracurricular involvement.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission and updated to Under Review.
- Applicants are notified by email of the decision or any missing information.
- Funding is not guaranteed and depends on available bursary funds.
Additional information
- Many awards require a bursary application when the portal is open, and some awards require a separate application.
- If no specific form is available, students must apply through the centralized bursary application.
- OSAP workshops with hands-on help for OSAP and OLSG applications are scheduled for Tuesday, June 16, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Friday, June 19, 2026 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Tuesday, June 30, 2026 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, and Friday, July 3, 2026 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM in Building B, Room 351.
- Students may be notified by email about decisions or next steps.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards Program
What is the Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards?
Algonquin College offers student financial aid through bursaries, scholarships, and awards, with more than $7M distributed each year. Support is available for eligible students through the bursary portal and, for some awards, separate applications with required supporting materials.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is September 22, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards program?
To be eligible for the Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards program, you must:
Current Algonquin College students
Meet award or bursary criteria
Apply through ACSIS portal
What expenses are eligible under Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards?
Applying for bursaries, scholarships, and awards
Submitting separate applications for specific awards
Providing supporting materials for merit-based awards
Who can I contact for more information about the Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards?
You can contact Algonquin College by email at studentawards@algonquincollege.com.
Where is the Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards available?
The Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Algonquin College — Student Financial Aid and Awards is a Grant and Funding