WeAreAllCS Indigenous Student Entrance Scholarship

Value: Up to $10,000 over 2 years (multiple awards available)
Program: Bachelor of Computer Science and Bachelor of Applied Computer Science in the Faculty of Computer Science.

Computer science is about technology. More importantly, it’s about people. We need more diverse talent and perspective in the field, and we invite you to make an impact by becoming a computer scientist.

Through collaboration with our partners, The WeAreAllCS Indigenous Student Entrance Scholarship not only offers financial support but provides a platform to support the next generation of tech leaders and champions.

The Scholarship

Successful applicants will receive:

  • $10,000 scholarship ($5,000 entrance scholarship and $5,000 for year two of your studies (dependent on academic performance)
  • Access to events and professional development opportunities through the WeAreAllCS initiative and our partners

Eligibility

The majority of scholarships will be awarded to individuals who:

  • Have an overall average of 70%, please see individual program pages for full admission requirements
  • Have applied for our Bachelor of Computer Science or Bachelor of Applied Computer Science program
  • Identify as a status or non-status Indigenous person, Metis, or Inuit
  • Preference toward applicants who identify as Mi'kmaq

The scholarship is open to applications from Canadian students.

How to apply

Applications for Winter 2024 are now open!

To apply for the WeAreAllCS Indigenous Student Entrance Scholarship, please complete this form.

Please note, if you are eligible for more than one WeAreAllCS Diversity Entrance Scholarship, you will be considered for multiple awards through this form.

Applications close on February 15th, 2024.