The Telfer School of Management offers more than 75 scholarships available exclusively to BCom students, with many specifically designated for accounting and finance specializations. Students can access these scholarships through the Online Scholarships and Bursaries search engine in their uoZone account. Many awards recognize academic excellence, community engagement, and financial need, with several open to international students and part-time students.
Resource details
- How to Apply: Access the Online Scholarships and Bursaries portal through your uoZone account under Finance and Jobs. Complete the Student Profile, click ‘View and Apply for More Scholarships’, select awards using checkboxes, add them to your application list, and complete the required tasks for each award.
- Eligibility: Various scholarships available based on criteria including academic excellence, financial need, community engagement, Ontario residency (as per OSAP rules), international student status, part-time enrollment, CO-OP participation, and specific concentrations in accounting/finance, marketing, HRM, international management, and entrepreneurship.
- Notable Awards: Includes specialized scholarships such as the Accenture Scholarship, BDO Accounting Scholarship, CPA Ontario Accounting Scholarship, KPMG Accounting Scholarship, John B. Rooney Memorial Scholarship (Accounting/Finance), Jean-Luc Gravel Scholarship for Women in Finance, and multiple admission scholarships for incoming students.
Why it’s worth exploring
For finance and accounting students at Telfer, these scholarships provide significant financial support while recognizing academic achievement and professional development. The dedicated accounting and finance scholarships, such as those from BDO, KPMG, and CPA Ontario, connect students directly with major employers in the field. With over 75 awards available and many specifically targeting financial need or equity-seeking groups, students have numerous opportunities to reduce their educational costs while building connections to the accounting and finance profession.
Going in prepared
Before applying, ensure you have your uoZone account credentials ready and time set aside to complete the Student Profile thoroughly, as this is the first required step. Review all available scholarships by checking the boxes next to each award you qualify for before adding them to your application list, as you can apply for multiple awards at once. Pay attention to the specific required tasks for each scholarship, which may include essays, references, or documentation of financial need, community engagement, or academic performance. Keep records of your academic transcripts, OSAP documentation if applicable, co-op placements, community service, and any other materials that demonstrate your eligibility for specific awards.
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