Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards
Continuing Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries & Awards
Please note: The application deadline for all of the following awards is April 30th unless noted otherwise.
Andrew and Olga Stefaniuk Memorial Award in Nursing
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students entering their final/fourth year of study pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, who demonstrates exceptional patient care and compassion, including awareness of the spiritual, physical and emotional aspects of healing. Candidates must submit two letters of reference from relevant course instructors outlining the candidate's level of demonstrated care and compassion; and a personal letter of no more than two pages describing how they value and provide patient care and compassion, including the spiritual, physical and emotional aspects of healing.
Barbara Elizabeth Scott Memorial Bursary
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students in their second, third, or fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with an interest in further studies in Psychiatric Nursing. Submit a letter outlining your interest in Psychiatric Nursing and two reference letters from your instructors. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
The Brenda McCormick Weber Memorial Bursary
Value: Varies
Number Available: Two
Eligibility: Open to students in their third and fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Candidates must have achieved a minimum academic standard of at least 80%. To be eligible, students must demonstrate financial need. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
BSN Class of 1971A Student Award
Value: $3,200
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to full- or part-time undergraduate students in the BSN program at the College of Nursing. To be eligible, applicants must demonstrate financial need. Students are welcome to submit a supplemental statement describing how they are at risk of having to interrupt or terminate their studies for financial reasons. Selection is based on financial need. The committee may take into consideration the supplemental statements of need, based upon their relative merits.
Catherine Grant Sigmore Memorial Bursary
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students in their second, third, or fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with an interest in geriatric nursing care. Submit a letter outlining your interest in geriatric nursing care and two reference letters from your instructors. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Catherine R. Sutherland Scholarship in Nursing
Value: Varies
Number Available: Varies
Eligibility: Open to students entering their third year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing who are pursuing studies or clinical activities in the areas of maternal and/or early childhood development. To be eligible candidates must have achieved a minimum academic standard of at least 80% and must submit a statement of no more than 1,000 words detailing their interest and activities in maternal, and/or early childhood development, and their plans for improving health outcomes in any of these areas. The statement should also describe how their experiences in life have helped shape their professional career path.
Cindy Peternelj-Taylor Award in Mental Health Nursing
Value: $1,500
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to an undergraduate student in the College of Nursing in their third or fourth year of the BSN program. To be eligible, applicants must submit a 500-word maximum statement of intent that expresses their interest in mental health nursing. Selection will be based on academic achievement, financial need, and the merits of the submitted statements. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
College of Nursing 75th Anniversary Award for Excellence in Leadership
Value: $2,000
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students in their graduating year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Candidates must submit the a personal letter outlining their leadership contributions, an academic reference letter outlining their leadership contributions and two letters from individuals, agencies or organizations which outline the candidate's leadership abilities. Selection will be based on the merit of candidate submissions demonstrating excellence in leadership.
College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan Jean Goodwill Award
Value: $500
Number Available: Three (one for each of the Prince Albert/Lloydminster/Northern sites, Regina/Yorkton and Saskatoon sites)
Eligibility: Open to Indigenous students in their third or fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the College of Nursing, University of Saskatchewan. Applicants must submit proof of Indigenous ancestry, Saskatchewan residency, and a statement outlining their efforts to improve the lives of Indigenous people and their career aspirations within the nursing profession. Letters of recommendation from two faculty members attesting to their work ethic must also be submitted.
Custody and Caring Scholarship in Forensic Nursing
Value: $1,000
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing who are pursuing studies or clinical activities geared towards enhancing their understanding of forensic mental health or correctional nursing. To be eligible, applicants must submit a statement of 500 - 1000 words detailing their interest and activities in forensic mental health or correctional nursing, and their plans for improving health outcomes in this area.
Danny Browning Award
Value: Varies
Number Available: Varies
Eligibility: Open to students entering their fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Selection will be based on academic achievement with strong emphasis on performance in clinical nursing courses, commitment to the profession of Nursing and the potential for making a significant contribution to nursing based upon the recommendation of faculty who have observed the students' performance, and financial need. Must include two letters of support from Nursing faculty. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Dr. Darlene Pollock Forrest Award in Nursing
Value: $5,000
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students entering their fourth/final year of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. To be eligible, applicants must submit to the awards committee an application of one page outlining how excellence in the ability to combine the art of compassionate caring with the mindful application of nursing theory and knowledge has been demonstrated, and submit a letter of support from a College of Nursing faculty member.
The David and May Anderson Memorial Scholarship in Geriatric Nursing
Value: $1,500 (varies)
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to continuing undergraduate students in the College of Nursing. To be eligible, applicants must have a minimum average of 75% and submit a statement (350 word limit) describing their interest in working with older adults and/or dementia care. Selection will be based on academic achievement and the merits of the submitted documents, as determined by the Award Committee. The Award Committee may give preference to students with an interest in the area of dementia care.
Degree Class of 1965 Nursing Student Bursary
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students entering their third year of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. To be eligible, candidates must submit evidence of financial need, be in good academic standing and submit a personal statement up to 500 words detailing why they chose nursing as a profession. Selection is based on financial need and the merits of the submitted statement.
Douglas Scott Memorial Bursary
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students in their second, third, or fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with an interest in intensive care nursing. Submit a letter outlining your interest in intensive care nursing and two reference letters from your instructors. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Eleanor Marie McKay Reichardt Endowment
Value: Varies
Number Available: 2 - 4
Eligibility: Open to students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing who demonstrate diversity of interest and suitability for leadership in the nursing profession and financial need. Consideration will be given to a connection with St. Paul's Hospital. Candidates must submit two letters of reference attesting to the candidate's suitability for leadership and a statement of no more than two pages outlining extra-curricular activities and accomplishments. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Elaine Barnhart Memorial Scholarship
Value: Varies
Number Available: Varies
Eligibility: Open to Metis students entering their third year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. If no suitable Metis candidate is found, the award shall be open to students of other Indigenousancestries, as determined by the Awards Committee. Selection will be based on academic achievement. Submit proof of Indigenous ancestry.
Gladys Procyshen Bursary in Public Health
Value: $700
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students in their fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Candidates must submit a personal letter describing their experience with paid or volunteer work that directly and clearly demonstrates the application of principles and practices of public health and/or the principles of healthy community development as addressed in their nursing courses. Candidates must have completed at least one course pertaining specifically to public health. Submit evidence of financial need using the the U of S Financial Need Calculator
Deadline: August 9th
Guy & Joyce Evans Memorial Award in Nursing
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students who have completed at least one year of study in an undergraduate degree program in Nursing. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate an excellent understanding of the concept of caring as an essential component of the nursing profession. Selection will be made on the basis of academic achievement and financial need as determined by the Award Committee. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Hazel B. Keeler Scholarship
Value: Varies
Number Available: Varies
Eligibility: Open to students entering their third or fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Selection will be based on academic achievement and participation in college and campus activities. Include letter outlining involvement in student activities.
The Health and Wellness Nursing Bursary for Indigenous Students
Value: $2,500
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students of Indigenous ancestry who are entering their third year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Selection will be based upon financial need. Applicants are also required to submit documentation attesting to Indigenous ancestry and an essay of no more than 1,000 words demonstrating how they model a healthy lifestyle. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator. Submit proof of Indigenous ancestry.
James Nelson Scott Memorial Bursary
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students in their second, third, or fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with an interest in intensive care nursing. Submit a letter outlining your interest in intensive care nursing and two reference letters from your instructors. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Julia Alice Saddington Memorial Scholarship
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students entering their fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing who are interested in a career in community health nursing. Selection will be based on demonstrated interest in community health nursing. Applicants must include two references from instructors from NURS 201.22 (Perspectives on Health, Wellness, and Diversity in a Global Context) in Year 2 and NURS 304.21 (Family Nursing) in Year 3 as well as a statement indicating intent to pursue a career in community health nursing. Preference will be given to students who have recently volunteered for a community organization during their nursing program.
Deadline: August 9th
Karen Knapp Bodnar Nursing Award in Public Health
Value: $2,500
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree who are interested in public health. Applicants must include a letter outlining the reasons why they chose a nursing career, and how they expect their community to benefit from public health nursing. Selection will be based on academic achievement and financial need. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Deadline: August 9th
Katherine Doyle Macphee Scholarship
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students who are Canadian citizens entering their graduating year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Selection will be based on academic achievement. Submit proof of Canadian citizenship.
Linda Gellner Scholarship
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing who come from a Saskatchewan farming background. To be eligible, students must submit a statement of no more than one page detailing their Saskatchewan farming background. Selection will be based upon academic achievement and the merits of the submitted statements.
Margaret and William Brewster Memorial Award
Value: $250
Number Available: Two
Eligibility: Open to students entering their fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing who are studying at the University of Saskatchewan's Prince Albert site, who have experienced the pediatric component of their program. Candidates must submit letters of reference from two faculty members attesting to their academic and clinical proficiency and potential to make a significant contribution to pediatric nursing. Selection is based on aptitude and exemplary clinical performance in pediatric nursing.
Margaret B. Rouse Bursary
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Offered annually to a student entering the fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Selection will be based upon academic achievement and financial need. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Marjorie and Guy Duncan Award
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students entering their third or fourth/final year pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Students must have an average of at least 80%. Selection will be based on financial need. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Royal University Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship
Value: $1,500
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students entering their fourth/final year of study pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Selection will be based on academic achievement, financial need and demonstrated potential for making a significant contribution to nursing, particularly in pediatric or neonatal nursing. Applicants must include a statement of interest in pursuing a career in pediatric or neonatal nursing and two letters of reference from third-year clinical teachers. Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Shirley Hewko-Parkinson Memorial Award in Nursing
Value: $6,000 (minimum)
Number Available: Varies
Eligibility: Open to continuing undergraduate students in the College of Nursing. To be eligible, candidates must have graduated from a high school within the boundaries described in 2018 as the "Heartland Health Region" (see appendix). If there are no eligible applicants from the Heartland Health Region, applicants from other Saskatchewan rural communities will be considered. Applicants must submit a 2-page letter (max.) about how their leadership qualities in relation to community health will be enhanced by becoming a Registered Nurse, and how they plan to work in and improve the health of rural communities. Applicants must also submit a letter of support from a College of Nursing faculty member or instructor, or a community supervisor/leader. Selection will be based on the merits of the submitted documents, and financial need, as determined by the Award Committee
Deadline: August 9th
Shirley Hewko-Parkinson Award in Community Health
Value: Varies
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to continuing undergraduate students in the College of Nursing. To be eligible, candidates must demonstrate financial need and submit a statement of no more than two pages detailing their interest in community health nursing. Selection will be based on financial need and the merits of the submitted statements, as determined by the Awards Committee.
Deadline: August 9th
The Sutherland First Nations Student Award
Value: $2,500
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students who are entering their third year of the BSN program, as determined by the Award Committee. Students are eligible to receive the award an additional time when they enter their fourth year in the BSN program. To be eligible for renewal, students must achieve an average of 70%, based upon grades in the previous Fall and Winter terms. Recipients of this award in their fourth year are eligible to also receive the Sutherland Prize upon graduation. To be eligible for the Sutherland First Nations Student Award, applicants must:
- Provide proof of First Nations identity, including but not limited to, a Certificate of Indian Status or proof of registration, a letter from their home community, a letter from Elder, ect.;
- Be a Canadian citizen
Deadline: August 9th
Undergraduate Nursing Award for Indigenous Students
Value: $10,000 (available annually)
Number Available: Varies
Eligibility: Open to undergraduate Indigenous students in the BSN program in the College of Nursing. To be eligible, applicants must:
- demonstrate financial need.
- declare to the University, in their application to the program, as a Métis, First Nations, or Inuit person of Canada in accordance with university polices for determining Indigeneity.
- Submit evidence of financial need using the U of S Financial Need Calculator.
Selection will be based on financial need.
Vi Reaman Memorial Award
Value: $1,500 (minimum)
Number Available: One
Eligibility: Open to students entering their fourth/final year of study pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. To be eligible, candidates must demonstrate financial need and have graduated from a high school in Moose Jaw, SK, or within the Five Hills Health Region in SK. If there are no eligible applicants from Moose Jaw high school or the Five Hills Health Region in SK, other eligible 4th year nursing students with financial need will be eligible to receive the award. Selection will be based on financial need as determined by the Award Committee.
Deadline: August 9th