External Scholarships & Bursaries


Check out these external resources for scholarships, bursaries, and awards. You may find one that fits you.

Where else to look

Clubs and organizations sometimes support members with educational funding. You won't know unless you ask! Inquire with any clubs or organizations that you or your family are involved with, including:

  • Churches or Religious Organizations
  • Community or Civic Organizations
  • Aboriginal Bands
  • Foundations
  • Employers and parent/guardian(s)' employers

Prestigious Awards

Prestigious scholarships are specialized external awards that are given to some of the highest achieving students at Dalhousie. These programs are nationally and internationally renowned, and are pathways to academic, personal, and professional achievement and include:

  • McCall MacBain Scholarship
  • Rhodes Trust Scholarship
  • 3M National Student Fellowship 

Information about these scholarships and their requirements, deadlines, benefits, and contact information if you have further questions can be found on the Office of the Provost's Prestigious Scolarships and Awards page