Entrance Awards Terms and Conditions

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1. Application of these Terms and Conditions
2. Definitions
3. Entrance Scholarshp
4. CIBC STEM Entrance Award
5. Hallman Foundation Scholars Award
6. Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus
7. Deferral of Scholarships or Bursaries
8. Accumulation of Scholarships
9. Discretion of the University
10. Other Terms and Conditions

1. Application of these Terms and Conditions

The following general terms and conditions apply to the following:

• Entrance Scholarships
• President's Gold
• CIBC STEM Award
• Hallman Foundation Scholars Award
• Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton

2. Definitions

2.1 Award: is granted on a competitive basis for a combination of academic achievement and participation in extra-curricular activities such as volunteer work or involvement in campus sports or clubs. Awards always require the submission of an application form.

2.2 Bursary: Granted on demonstrated financial need and satisfactory academic achievement.

2.3 Scholarship: Granted on a competitive basis for outstanding academic achievement. Based on recorded marks, or by application, in which other factors such as extra-curricular activities or volunteer work will be considered. Financial need is not a consideration.

2.4 Competitive Basis: The selection process where candidates are evaluated against one another based on predetermined criteria such as academic performance, extra-curricular involvement, or leadership skills.

2.5 Extra-Curricular Activities: Organized, non-academic activities like sports, clubs, volunteering, or other community involvement. Participation in these can be considered when applying for awards and scholarships.

2.6 Academic Achievement: A measure of a student's performance in their studies, usually represented by post-secondary grades or GPA,

2.7 Financial Need: A calculation of a student's financial situation, typically assessed through an application form.

2.8 Application Form: A required online submission that students complete to apply for bursaries or scholarships.

2.9 Automatically Granted: Refers to scholarships that do not require an application form, as they are based on pre-determined qualifications like academic records. These scholarships are automatically provided to students who meet the established criteria without needing to apply separately.

2.10 Approved Five-Year Honours Double Degree Program: The following programs are eligible to be considered on year four academic achievement:

• BBA/BA Financial Mathematics
• BBA/BSc Computer Science
• BBA/Honours Computing and Computer Electronics (UW)
• BBA/Honours Mathematics (UW)

3. Entrance Scholarship

3.1 The Entrance Scholarship is offered based on your admission average. No application is required.

3.2 Entrance Scholarship recipients must meet all eligibility requirements:

• Attending post-secondary for the first time
• Starting their degree at Laurier with fewer than 4.0 university credits previously attempted (at any university) or less than one year of full-time college education
• Laurier must be the recipient's home institution.

3.3 Bachelor of Education students are not eligible for the Entrance Scholarship.

3.4 The Entrance Scholarship is offered based on an applicant’s admission average using final grades as of July in their year of entry.

• 3.4.1 Scholarship and award averages are based on two decimal points and are not rounded
• 3.4.2 Grades for courses completed in July or later in the year of entry cannot be considered for scholarship and award purposes. Summer school courses will not be counted in your scholarship average.
• 3.4.3 For curricula with a later end date, scholarships will be based on final grades as of the deadline listed on the offer of admission letter.
• 3.4.4 For information regarding general admission requirements and the courses used in the calculation of averages, visit the  admission requirements webpage.

3.5 Transfer credits are not included in the determination of eligibility for Entrance Scholarships.

3.6 Entrance Scholarship Values: The grid below indicates scholarship amounts, and the required admission averages to obtain them. Scholarship values are subject to change. This scholarship grid is valid for incoming students beginning in September 2026.

*This entrance scholarship is the President's Gold Scholarship.

• 3.6.1 Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and BBA double-degree students are eligible for entrance scholarships with an admission average of 90% and higher.
• 3.6.2 Recipients may not hold more than one Entrance Scholarship from the grid.
• 3.6.3 Recipients of the International Entrance Scholarship must be paying international tuition and incidental fees of the year entry. International students who become eligible for domestic tuition rates will be considered for the domestic Entrance Scholarship value.

3.7 The President’s Gold Scholarship is a renewable Entrance Scholarship for up to four years (or five years for approved double degree programs) based on an admission average is 95% or higher.

3.8 President’s Gold Scholarships are granted upon admission and are renewable for subsequent academic years if all the renewal requirements are met:

• You must achieve a minimum of a 10.5 GPA in courses taken in the previous academic year (September through August).
• You must have completed a minimum of 5.0 credits (or 10 half credits) in the previous academic year at Laurier (September through August).
• If more than 5.0 credits are taken in an academic year, the GPA from all courses completed in an academic year will be used to determine renewal eligibility.
• Transfer credits do not count towards the minimum credit requirement or full-time registration requirement for the President’s Gold Scholarship renewal.
• To be eligible for renewal, recipients of the President's Gold Scholarship must be registered full time in two of the three terms from September through August (therefore a minimum of 2.0 credits pert term, in at least 2 of the 3 terms in the prior academic year).
• You are registered in a full-time course load over two, full-time academic terms in the current academic year, with Laurier as your home institution.
  
  
• 3.8.1 If the renewal requirements are not met in each academic year, the President's Gold Scholarship will not be renewed and cannot be renewed in a subsequent academic year.
• 3.8.2 If the renewal requirements are not met students are automatically assessed for an In-Course Scholarship.
• 3.8.3 President’s Gold recipients who begin their studies in the Winter terms will be required to complete 5.0 credits during the Winter and Spring terms in the same academic year (September – August) and achieve a 10.5 GPA to be eligible for scholarship renewal for the following academic year.
• 3.8.4 Recipients who begin their studies in the Spring term are ineligible for future renewals of the President’s Gold Scholarship, as renewal requirements cannot be met.
• 3.8.5 Recipients of the International President’s Gold Scholarship must be paying international tuition and incidental fees each year and meet all renewal requirements to qualify for renewal at the same value. International students who become eligible for domestic tuition rates will be considered for the domestic President’s Gold Scholarship value.

3.9 A student must be registered full-time (minimum 2.0 credits per term) to receive the full entrance scholarship amount. A student must register full-time in at least two terms within their first academic year (an academic year at Laurier is from September to August).

• 3.9.1 Transfer credits do not count towards the minimum credit requirement or full-time registration requirement for entrance scholarship.

3.10 The value of the Entrance Scholarship is split between the first two terms of and automatically applied to the student account at the time of fee assessment each term, if the student meets the full-time registration requirements.

• 3.10.1 If a student is admitted in the Spring term (12-weeks) the student is only eligible to receive half the value of the Entrance Scholarship. The funding is automatically applied to the student account at the time of fee assessment, if the full-time registration requirement is met.

4. CIBC STEM Entrance Award

4.1  The CIBC STEM Entrance Award is a competitive, donor-supported entrance award available to incoming applicants as of Fall 2026.

4.2 To be considered for a CIBC STEM Entrance Awards, applicants are required to complete an application form by the outlined deadline.  To be eligible applicants must meet all eligibility requirements:

• Full-time undergraduate students entering year one in any program at Laurier.
  • Bachelor of Education (BEd) programs are not eligible.
  • Students entering with advanced standing (e.g., transfer credits) will not be considered. 
• Be part of one or more of the following equity-deserving groups: Black students, Indigenous students, and/or students with disabilities.
• Demonstrate financial need.
  • Demonstration of financial need is determined through your financial aid application (e.g., OSAP, Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding).
• First preference is for the awards to be granted to eligible students who meet these criteria and are registered in a STEM program.
• 4.2.1 Students that identify as Indigenous must complete the Indigenous Identity Verification Process to be considered for the competitive award. Failure to complete the verification process will result in ineligibility for the award.
  • 4.2.1.1 The Indigenous Identity Verification Process was created through the guidance of the Office of Indigenous Initiatives to ensure that opportunities designated for Indigenous peoples are awarded to those they are intended for. Verified identity is a separate process from self-identification.
• 4.2.2 Students with disabilities must complete the CIBC STEM Entrance Award Disability Verification Form to be considered for the competitive award. Failure to complete the verification process will result in ineligibility for the award.
  • 4.2.2.1 The CIBC STEM Entrance Award Disability Verification Process was created by Student Awards, under the guidance of the Accessible Learning Office, to ensure that opportunities designated for students with disabilities are awarded to those they are intended for. This form is used to collect information about your disability, along with supporting documentation from a regulated healthcare professional (e.g. physician, psychologist). The information you provide will be used solely to verify your eligibility for the CIBC STEM Entrance Award. This data will not be used for any other purpose. Students are not obligated to disclose their medical diagnosis.
• 4.2.3 Recipients must complete a financial aid application (OSAP or Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding) on file by the specified deadline. Failure to complete a financial aid application or demonstrate financial need may result in ineligibility for the CIBC STEM Entrance Award.

4.3 CIBC STEM Entrance Award recipients must be registered for full-time studies (a minimum of 2.0 credits is a full-time course load at Laurier).

• 4.3.1 Transfer credits do not count towards the minimum credit requirement for full-time registration.

4.4 CIBC STEM Entrance Award Value: $5,000 will be granted to 15 recipients.

• 4.4.1 The number of awards available and award values are subject to change.
• 4.4.2 The CIBC STEM Entrance Award is not renewable.

4.5 The CIBC STEM Entrance Award cannot be deferred. Applicants seeking to defer their offer of admission may reapply for the CIBC STEM Entrance Award, subject to the eligibility criteria and competitive selection process in effect at the time of reapplication.

4.6 By applying for the CIBC STEM Entrance Award, you agree to allow your name and program of study to be used by the University to create and maintain a public record and feature recipients on Laurier's websites for the purposes of promoting and celebrating the Award program.

5. Hallman Foundation Scholars Award

5.1 The Hallman Foundation Scholars Award is a competitive, donor-supported entrance award available to incoming applicants as of Fall 2026 and may be renewable up to four years. Students who are enrolled in a five-year program may be eligible to receive funding for all five years 
 
5.2 To be considered for a Hallman Foundation Scholars Award, applicants are required to complete an application form by the outlined deadline.  To be eligible applicants must meet all eligibility requirements: 

• Are a resident of the Region of Waterloo at the time you accept your offer of admission to Laurier.
• Are an undergraduate student starting your first year of studies at Laurier in any program in fall 2026. 
• Are registered as a full-time student.
  • A full-time course load is 2.0 credits per term, or the approved reduced course load registration outlined by your accommodation plan with Accessible Learning. 
  • Can demonstrate financial need. 
    Demonstration of financial need is determined through your financial aid application (e.g., OSAP, Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding). 
  • Recipients must complete a financial aid application (OSAP or Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding) on file by the specified deadline. Failure to complete a financial aid application or demonstrate financial need may result in ineligibility for the Hallman Foundation Scholars Award.  

• Are registered in a full-time course load at Laurier (2.0 credits per term, or the approved reduced course load registration outlined by your accommodation plan with Accessible Learning).
• Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.0 (C-).
• Can demonstrate financial need.
  • Demonstration of financial need is determined through your financial aid application (e.g., OSAP, Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding).
  • Recipients must complete a financial aid application (OSAP or Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding) on file by the specified deadline. Failure to complete a financial aid application or demonstrate financial need may result in ineligibility for the Hallman Foundation Scholars Award.
• The award availability each year and funding amount is subject to change.   

5.3 Hallman Foundation Scholars Award recipients must be registered for full-time studies (a minimum of 2.0 credits is a full-time course load at Laurier). 

• 5.3.1 Transfer credits do not count towards the minimum credit requirement for full-time registration.

• 5.3.2 A full-time course load is 2.0 credits per term, or the approved reduced course load registration outlined by your accommodation plan with Accessible Learning

5.4 The Hallman Foundation Scholars Award is granted on a competitive basis. There is a limited amount of funding available. The number of recipients and award value is subject to change. 
 
5.5 The Hallman Foundation Scholars Award cannot be deferred. Applicants seeking to defer their offer of admission may reapply for the Hallman Foundation Scholars Award, subject to the eligibility criteria and competitive selection process in effect at the time of reapplication. 
 
5.6 By applying for the Hallman Foundation Scholars Award, you agree to allow your name and program of study to be used by the University to create and maintain a public record and feature recipients on Laurier's websites for the purposes of promoting and celebrating the award program.

6. Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus

6.1 The Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus is  a competitive, donor-supported entrance award available to incoming applicants as of Fall 2026 and may be renewable up to four years.

6.2 To be considered for a Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus, applicants are required to complete an application form by the outlined deadline. To be eligible applicants must meet all eligibility requirements:

• Are an undergraduate student starting your first year of studies at Laurier’s Milton campus in any program in fall 2026.
• Are registered as a full-time student. 
  • A full-time course load is 2.0 credits per term, or the approved reduced course load registration outlined by your accommodation plan with Accessible Learning. 
• Have graduated high school within the last three years. 
• Can demonstrate financial need.
  • Demonstration of financial need is determined through your financial aid application (e.g., OSAP, Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding).
  • Recipients must complete a financial aid application (OSAP or Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding) on file by the specified deadline. Failure to complete a financial aid application or demonstrate financial need may result in ineligibility for the Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus.
• Are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or a protected person. 
  All students who meet the eligibility requirements will be considered, however first preference for the bursary will be granted to applicants with a home address in the Halton Region.
• Eligible recipients may receive the bursary in upper years if:
  • Are registered as a full-time (a minimum 2.0 credits per term or according to the approved reduced course load registration outlined by your accommodation plan with Accessible Learning) student in any program at Laurier’s Milton campus.
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 4.0 (C-).
  • Commit to working with student support services and submit a brief report on your involvement with the service.
  • The award availability each year and funding amount is subject to change.
    • The report must be submitted before you are qualified for renewal of the bursary.
  • Can demonstrate financial need.
    • Demonstration of financial need is determined through your financial aid application (e.g., OSAP, Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding).
    • Recipients must complete a financial aid application (OSAP or Out-of-Province/Territorial Funding) on file by the specified deadline. Failure to complete a financial aid application or demonstrate financial need may result in ineligibility for the Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus 

6.3 Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus recipients must be registered for full-time studies (a minimum of 2.0 credits is a full-time course load at Laurier). 

• 6.3.1 Transfer credits do not count towards the minimum credit requirement for full-time registration.

• 6.3.2 A full-time course load is 2.0 credits per term, or the approved reduced course load registration outlined by your accommodation plan with Accessible Learning 

6.4 The Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus is granted on a competitive basis. There is a limited amount of funding available. The number of recipients and bursary value is subject to change.

6.5 The Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus cannot be deferred. Applicants seeking to defer their offer of admission may reapply for the Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus, subject to the eligibility criteria and competitive selection process in effect at the time of reapplication. 
 
6.6 By applying for the Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus, you agree to allow your name and program of study to be used by the University to create and maintain a public record and feature recipients on Laurier's websites for the purposes of promoting and celebrating the bursary program. 

7. Deferral of Scholarships or Bursaries

7.1 Deferrals are not guaranteed. For information regarding deferral processes visit the Defer Your Offer webpage.

7.2 The following awards cannot be deferred:

• Entrance Scholarship
• CIBC STEM Entrance Award
• Hallman Foundation Scholars Award
• Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton

7.3 Scholarship and bursary availability, value, or eligibility requirements are subject to change. Applicants who defer their offer may face different terms and conditions at the time of readmission.

7.4 Applicants who defer their offer may be considered for the Entrance Scholarship at the time of readmission, based on the eligibility criteria and availability at that time. The value of the Entrance Scholarship may increase or decrease depending on the scholarship terms in effect during the year of enrollment.

7.5 The CIBC STEM Entrance Award cannot be deferred. Applicants seeking to defer their offer of admission may reapply for the CIBC STEM Entrance Award, subject to the eligibility criteria and competitive selection process in effect at the time of reapplication.

7.6 The Hallman Foundation Scholars Award cannot be deferred. Applicants seeking to defer their offer of admission may reapply for the Hallman Foundation Scholars Award, subject to the eligibility criteria and competitive selection process in effect at the time of reapplication.

7.7 The Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus cannot be deferred. Applicants seeking to defer their offer of admission may reapply for the Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus, subject to the eligibility criteria and competitive selection process in effect at the time of reapplication.

7.8 Applicants selected through a competitive process who defer their offer will forfeit their scholarship. They may reapply for available competitive Entrance Scholarships upon readmission, subject to the eligibility criteria and deadlines in effect at that time. It is the applicant's responsibility to be aware of all scholarship application requirements.

8. Accumulation of Scholarships

8.1 Students may receive only one of the following entrance scholarships or awards:

• Entrance Grid Scholarship
• President's Gold Scholarship

8.2 However, students may accumulate the following scholarships, awards, and bursaries in addition to the above:

• CIBC STEM Award
• Hallman Foundations Scholars Award
• Joyce Family Foundation Bursary at Laurier Milton Campus
• Inspiring Live Scholarship
• Other Entrance Competitive Scholarships

8.3 The monetary value of all scholarships, awards, and bursaries are subject to change. Wilfrid Laurier University reserves the right to change the listed award, scholarship or bursary value and/or requirements without notice.

8.4 If you have received any scholarship, award, or bursary, the amount may be adjusted or revoked if you withdraw or drop to part-time studies. Please reach out to studentawards@wlu.ca with any specific concerns.

9. Discretion of the University

9.1 Every attempt has been made to be clear in the communication of the terms and conditions outlined in this document. In the event of any interpretive disputes, Wilfrid Laurier University reserves the right to render a final determination on eligibility for scholarships and renewability. There is no appeal process available for competitive entrance scholarships and institutional scholarships. Interpretation of grade and academic equivalencies is solely at the discretion of Wilfrid Laurier University.

9.2 Clarifying amendments to the terms and conditions for scholarships may be made by Wilfrid Laurier University without notice.

10. Other Terms and Conditions

10.1 Eligible candidates must be admitted to a four-year, full time, undergraduate degree program and satisfy any/all conditions included in an official offer of admission, including the fulfillment of academic conditions, confirmation of offer and payment of tuition deposit (if required) by all noted deadline dates.

10.2 If a deadline date falls on a weekend or statutory holiday in Canada, the next business day will apply.

10.3 Grades of CR do not impact the required minimum overall GPA. You must still meet all other eligibility requirements.