Financial Assistance Available to Students with Disabilities

Students are advised to complete and submit an application to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), as a means of determining their eligibility and related entitlement to the Bursary for Students with Disabilities (BSWD). The BSWD is intended to cover additional education-related costs incurred as the result of a disability. Students with permanent disabilities may also be eligible for the Canada Study Grant for the Accommodation of Students with Permanent Disabilities (CSG).

Documentation to support eligibility for the BSWD and CSG must be submitted to Advisors in Student Disability Services. Additional information is available through the Office of Student Awards and Financial Aid. 

Scholarships for Students With Disabilities

 There are a number of scholarships available to students with disabilities at university. These have varying deadlines throughout the year and are usually awarded based on academic standing, financial need and/or volunteer commitment. For more information about the various scholarships that may be available to you (and how and when to apply) refer to the NEADS Online Resource Centre. 

Other Useful Links:

• Ontario Student Assistance Program
• Bursary for Students with Disabilities (BSWD)
• Canada Study Grant
• OPUS Special Needs Student Achievement Award
• Assistance for Students With Disabilities (pdf)
• Disability Awards website
• Youth Scholarship Program for students with disabilities