This article provides all the available Queen’s University Scholarships and ways to apply them.
Some scholarships and awards require students to apply to the Student Awards Office or their faculty. To apply for the majority of these awards, students should submit a resume and letter explaining how they meet the selection criteria for the specific award.
Students who are currently registered at Queen’s University can apply for the following awards. Students will be notified by either the Student Awards Office or their faculty if they have been selected for an award.
- Please review the specific details of each award for application instructions, deadlines, and how to apply
- You will be notified by either the Student Awards office or your faculty if you have been selected for an award
- As a Queen’s student, you have lots of options for financial aid.
Scholarships & Bursaries
Below are the Queen’s University Scholarship available , click to explore:
- Major Admission Awards
- International Admission Awards
- Admission Bursaries
- Automatic Admission Scholarships
- Government Student Assistance
- Queen’s Work Study Program
- General Bursaries
- Upper-Year Scholarships
- Student Line of Credit through financial institutions
- Athletic Financial Awards
Financial Definitions
Money talk can take on a language of its own. This glossary will help you decipher some of the student financial assistance terminology.
Award
- Is non-repayable – an amount of money you receive to assist you in financing your education that you do not have to pay back.
- Award is a general term used to describe a scholarship or bursary. In some cases, the term award is used when there is a blend of academic, financial need and/or other criteria associated with the terms of the award.
- All Queen’s admission awards will be deposited in your student account by mid-August.
Bursary
- Is non-repayable – an amount of money you receive to assist you in financing your education that you do not have to pay back.
- Based on an assessment of your financial need.
Admission Scholarship
- Is non-repayable – an amount of money you receive to recognize your academic achievement.
- Based on academic excellence (your high school grades). Sometimes also referred to as a merit-based award.
- In some cases, there may be other criteria such as involvement in school and community.
Grant
- Governments, companies and organizations offer grants to students who meet certain conditions, such as financial need, academic skill, or special ability.
- Not a loan! An amount of money you do not have to pay back.
Loan
- Money you receive that must be paid back, usually over a period of time.
- Loans under government student assistance programs are interest-free while you are a full-time student and are based on financial need. You will begin to repay loans when you cease to be a full-time student. Some provinces/territories within Canada may have programs which reduce the amount of repayable loans.
- A student line of credit is a loan from a financial institution (ie. commercial bank). You pay only the interest while you are in school. You begin repayment of the principal after you have graduated. Unlike government student loans, a student line of credit is not based on financial need. To qualify, you usually require a co-signer (eg. parent or guardian). You can apply for a student line of credit at most major Canadian banks.
Renewable Awards
- Is non-repayable
- Renewable scholarships and awards are available to students as they enter the University. These awards are available to the recipients in future years as long as the renewal criteria are satisfied during each year of study at Queen’s.
RESP
- A Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) is a special savings plan that many families have used to save for their child’s post-secondary education.
Work Study Program
- Provides students with demonstrated financial need, priority for certain part-time jobs on campus and for jobs with not-for-profit organizations.
Overview of Public Universities in South Africa
Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.
University of Pretoria
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
- Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.
University of Cape Town
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
- Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.
Stellenbosch University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
- Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.
University of the Witwatersrand
- Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
- Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.
University of Johannesburg
- Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
- Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.
University of the Free State
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
- Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.
University of Venda
- Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
- Application Period: Usually from May to September.
University of Fort Hare
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
- Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.
University of the Western Cape
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
- Application Period: Generally from May to September.
North-West University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
- Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.
Rhodes University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
- Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.
Nelson Mandela University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
- Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
- Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.
University of Limpopo
- Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
- Application Period: From April to September.
University of Zululand
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
- Application Period: Usually between April and November.
Central University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
- Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.
Vaal University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
- Application Period: Typically from May to September.
Walter Sisulu University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
- Application Period: From April to September.
This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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