Scholarships & Financial Support

SFU recognizes the academic achievement of outstanding students from around the world by devoting more than $500 million annually to awards, scholarships, and other forms of financial support for undergraduate students - both domestic and international.

Applied Sciences Scholarships & Awards

The Faculty of Applied Sciences provides bespoke scholarships, awards, and bursaries to our students each term. These awards are provided through the generosity of thousands of individuals, businesses, and community organizations who want to invest in the success of SFU's students.

Students on co-op during the term the scholarship/award is offered are not eligible to apply.

SPRING SCHOLARSHIPS

Applications Period: Monday, December 16th, 2024  – Monday, January 13th,  2025

  • Bit Quill Technologies Scholarship for Women in Computing Science (UESO530), 3 x $2,500
  • CIBC Undergraduate Award for Women in Faculty of Applied Sciences (UPAO348), 4 x $5,000
  • Computing Science Undergraduate Student Society Award (UEAO042), 8 x $3,200
  • Fortinet Award in Cybersecurity (UPAO342), 1 x $3,500
  • Matthew LeDuc Memorial Scholarship in Computing Science (UESO329), 1 x $900
  • OSI Maritime Systems Petrus Scott Award in Computing Science (UPAO349), 1 x $2,000
  • Parkland Burnaby Refinery Award for Women in Engineering (UPAO341), $5,000
  • Parkland Burnaby Refinery Engineering Award for Community Impact (UPAO340), $5,000
  • RJC Award for Excellence in Sustainability and Clean Energy (UPAO334), 1 x $2,000
  • Unity Technologies Award in Applied Sciences (UPAO298), 1 x $1,000
  • Women in Computing Science Alumni Award (UEAO579), 1 x $2,400

For students interested in applying for the Engineering Undergraduate Student Project Award (UEAO535), please contact ESSS VP Academic at academic@esss.ca for unique deadlines and process.

SUMMER SCHOLARSHIPS

STUDENT SOCIETY Award application period: apply between May 1 - May 15 (inclusive)

Basil Peters Award application period: apply between May 1 – 15 (inclusive)

  • Computing Science Undergraduate Student Society Award (UEAO042), TBD x $3000  - Application required
  • Basil Peters Electronic Engineering Scholarship (UESO239), 1 x $1600 - Application required
  • Computing Science Graduation Award (UEAO0529), 1 x $2800 - Academics-based
  • VTech Graduation Prize in Engineering Science (UEAO544), 1 x $1000 - Academics-based
  • Engineering Undergraduate Student Project Award (UEAO535)

For students interested in applying for the Engineering Undergraduate Student Project Award (UEAO535), please contact ESSS VP Academic at academic@esss.ca for unique deadlines and process.

FALL SCHOLARSHIPS

GENERAL application period: apply between September 4 – 18 (inclusive)

  • Inspiring Women in Applied Sciences Award (UPAO293), 1 x $1000
  • Mark and Nancy Brooks Computing Science Innovation Award (UEAO052), $1700
  • Women in Computing Science Alumni Award (UEAO579), $2200
  • Bit Quill Technologies Scholarship for Women in Computing Science (UESO-530), 2 x $2500
  • Jesse Malm Award in Engineering Science (UEAO0620), $1000
  • William A. Gruver Engineering Science Memorial Award (UEAO0583), $1000
  • Triple A Award in the School of Sustainable Energy Engineering (UPAO312), $1050
  • TELUS Undergraduate Award in Sustainable Energy Engineering (UPAO314), 2 x $5000
  • Wheel Rail Seminar Award in Sustainable Energy Engineering (UPSO342), $5000
  • Computing Science Undergraduate Student Society Award (UEAO042), TBD x $3000
  • Engineering Student Society Award (UEAO512), TBD
  • Engineering Science Undergraduate Student Project Award (UEAO535), TBD, contact ESSS for unique deadline date and details
  • Canadian Federation of University Women-West Vancouver (external to SFU)

Computing Science Diversity Award

The CS Diversity Award recognizes student project and research work in the School of Computing Science towards achieving inclusion, diversity, equity, and justice (EDIJ) in Computing Science Research, Educational, and Professional Practices.

Award Value: $1000

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Stolte Family Undergraduate Entrance Scholarship in Sustainable Energy Engineering (SEE) 

Created to help attract dynamic students to the SEE program, and to transform their university experience, this new entrance scholarship was established with a generous donation from SFU alumnus Christopher Stolte and his wife Heidi in 2024. The value of this renewable scholarship will have a significant impact on recipients by covering the costs of SFU tuition, books and other expenses for the duration of their undergraduate degree in SEE.  

Award Value: $50,000

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Checklist Before You Apply

1

Check if you meet the eligibility criteria for:

Scholarships

  • Have completed a minimum of 12 units at SFU
  • Be enrolled in at least 12 academic units in the term the scholarship is offered.*
  • Have a minimum CPGA of 3.5 at SFU

Awards

  • Be enrolled in at least 9 academic units in the term the award is offered*
  • Have a minimum CGPA of 2.0 at SFU (waived in your first term at SFU), and be in good academic standing

* 6 unit minimum allowed for students registered with the Centre for Accessible Learning.

** Students in their first semester at SFU may be eligible to waive the CGPA requirement for specific awards dependent on the terms of reference. 

2

Check IF you meet ALL conditions listed in the Terms of Reference:

  • Conduct a keyword search on the Financial Aid and Awards database. Your application will not be considered if you do not meet ALL conditions listed in the terms of reference.

Financial Aid and Awards database

3

Attach ALL required documentation needed for application:

  • The information required for each award and scholarship is listed in the application form. Incomplete applications will be closed without review.

4

Apply:

  • Each semester, you will be able to apply during the application periods.

Financial Support Options at SFU

Entrance Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries

SFU Undergraduate Scholars Entrance Scholarships (Values range from $10,000 up to an amount sufficient to cover tuition and mandatory supplementary fees. Further funding, in the form of a living allowance, may be offered to support exceptionally talented students with demonstrated financial need.)

SFU Scholarships, Awards, and Bursaries

SFU offers additional non-faculty specific scholarships, awards and bursaries for continuing SFU students. Domestic and international students can apply for these opportunities each term.  

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Questions?

If you have any questions about FAS Scholarships or Awards, please email fassau7@sfu.ca.