Scholarships and Awards
Undergraduate
Fall 2024 general entrance scholarships program
成人电影 (TMU) is pleased to recognize the academic achievements of the first-year class upon admission to the university with over $10 million designated for entrance scholarship support.
Graduate students
If you are a graduate student, learn about the many scholarships and awards available to you through the School of Graduate Studies.
Final admission average | Awarded in year one* | Potential annual renewable amount** | Potential total scholarship value** |
95%+ | $3,000 | $3,000 | $12,000 |
90-94.99% | $1,500 | $1,500 | $6,000 |
86-89.99% | $750 | $750 | $3,000 |
*Scholarship amount to be distributed evenly between fall and winter semester.
**Up to, dependent on annual CGPA.
Terms and conditions
To be eligible for consideration for the guaranteed and renewable scholarships, students must:
- Be currently enrolled full-time in a Canadian secondary school (minimum of three Ontario grade 12 U/M courses or Canadian provincial equivalent within the 2023-2024 regular school year
- Have been continuously enrolled full-time (no gaps in full-time attendance prior to the 2023-2024 regular school year)
- Be enrolling in a post secondary institution for the first time
- Have submitted the correct and complete application for admission to the program for which the scholarship is being granted by September 1, 2024
- Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada, protected persons in Canada and international students are eligible for this award
Scholarship name | Application required |
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BMO Financial Group Diversity Scholarships For traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, international students, students with disabilities and aboriginal students; minimum average of 80% in 6 U/M credits or equivalent; demonstrated financial need. |
Once you become a current student and have a TMU email account (@torontomu.ca), you can apply for the BMO Financial Group Diversity Scholarships through |
H. Graham Walker Awards
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Once you become a current student and have a TMU email account (@torontomu.ca), you can apply for the H. Graham Walker Award through |
The Lesley Hampton Fashion Award in partnership with the Ontario Mining Association Lesley Hampton (she/her) is an Anishinaabe Artist and Fashion Designer focused on mental health awareness, body positivity, and authentic representation in fashion, film, and media. She is the Creative Director of Lesley Hampton, an indigenous-owned, size inclusive clothing and accessory brand based in Toronto, ON. She is also a signed curve model with BNM Model Management, and speaker on Indigenous entrepreneurship. Lesley is a member of Temagami First Nation, located in Northern Ontario. Lesley is dedicated to inspiring the next decade of Indigenous fashion talent who will decolonize euro-centric fashion stereotypes and create work that is thought-provoking, inclusive, and barrier-breaking. Respectful, mutually-beneficial relationships with Indigenous communities are crucial to the Ontario mining industry. Mining is the largest private sector employer of Indigenous peoples in Canada, accounting for about 6% of the total mining labour force, while Indigenous people make up 3% of the Canadian population. In Ontario, Indigenous employment accounts for 11.2% of total mining jobs. In creating employment and business opportunities for Indigenous communities, mining companies seek to encourage economic independence and entrepreneurship, while remaining sensitive to local cultural and social practices. The industry values Indigenous knowledge, which can inform and improve a mine鈥檚 operational and environmental policy. The recipient of this Award will receive $2,000 per year as well as the opportunity to receive monthly mentorship with Lesley Hampton. |
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If you are an applicant to a program at the university, please note that the Student Awards and Scholarships Office (SASO) only has the ability to assess financial need for current students that are enrolled and attending classes at 成人电影. If you are conditionally offered an entrance scholarship that requires you to demonstrate financial need, you will be required to complete the general application on , in early August, upon becoming a current student. Doing so will give you access to all relevant and open current student awards, and will allow SASO to assess your financial information, to be considered for the demonstration of financial need.
As an applicant to the university, provided below is information on how to apply for an entrance scholarship that requires you to demonstrate financial need:
- Once you have received your TMU Student Number, activate your online identity, if you have not done so already, to access .
- Log on to AwardSpring and complete the general application to be matched and considered for entrance scholarships.
- On your AwardSpring dashboard, you will only see entrance scholarships that you are qualified for and you will have the ability to complete follow-ups for those opportunities such as written statements, letters of references and more!
- Upon completing the follow-ups for an entrance scholarship, you can continue to check on AwardSpring for a decision on your application. Please monitor your personal email and ChooseTMU Portal for updates regarding scholarship decisions.
- If you are the successful recipient of an entrance scholarship that requires the demonstration of financial need, please note the scholarship is conditional upon admission into an eligible program associated with the scholarship and upon completing the general application on AwardSpring in early August, to be assessed for financial need.
- If you become a current student and are assessed as having demonstrated financial need, the entrance scholarship funds will be deposited into your MyServiceHub account in early September.
If you are assessed as not demonstrating financial need, the Student Awards and Scholarships Office will connect with you on further steps and options for reassessment.
Please note: If your submitted financial information shows an unmet need that demonstrates a significant gap in available resources to cover expenses, indicative of an unrealistic budget or unsound financial planning for post-secondary education, you may be advised to review your application again for accuracy and completeness.
Demonstrating financial need is not about demonstrating the most need possible, it is about planning financially for post-secondary studies and demonstrating a reasonable gap in available resources to cover educational expenses.
Questions? Email us at awards@torontomu.ca, and our team will be more than happy to assist! Please be sure to include your TMU Student Number in all email communications. This can be found in your application acknowledgement email or on your ChooseTMU Applicant Portal.
Thank you for your interest in TMU's prestigious entrance scholarships.
The deadline to apply for fall 2024 awards has now passed. Successful recipients will be notified by the end of April 2024.
Dates for fall 2025 will be available at a later time.
As a TMU applicant, enables you to view and apply for all awards available at the university in one convenient spot. Once you have received your TMU Student Number, activate your online identity, if you have not done so already, to access .
Applicants are eligible to apply before receiving an offer of admission from TMU.
President's Entrance Scholarships
The President's Entrance Scholarship is awarded to secondary school graduates who demonstrate academic accomplishment, leadership qualities, original thought and creative ability.
Twelve (12) recipients | $40,000 (total value) | $10,000 (annual amount) (renewable)
Recipients are reserved (costs not included) a bed in residence. This is limited to Pitman Hall single bedroom with shared hallway washroom or the International Living/Learning single bedroom with private washroom. Please visit the Housing and Residence Life website for more information about living on campus.
A minimum 90% final admission average is required for consideration. An applicant's average is calculated with their best six Grade 12 U/M courses, or their home country's equivalent.
This application will ask that you include the following:
- An essay or project summary: this may be a piece of creative writing, or a summary of any creative project which you may have undertaken. It must reflect your capacity for original thought and creative ability (max 500 words).
- Two (2) letters of reference:
- academic reference letter that confirms your scholastic abilities. This reference may also speak to your leadership/creative endeavours.
- reference letter should address your leadership/creative endeavours. It should not verify academic achievement.
- Your leadership activities: you will indicate the leadership activities/positions that you have been involved in during your final two years in secondary school.
飦 Note: Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Canada, Protected Persons in Canada and International Students are eligible to apply for this award.
Terence Grier Entrance Scholarship
The Terence Grier Entrance Scholarship honours the achievements of the university's President, from 1988-1995, in particular his leadership through a period of profound change at 成人电影, culminating in the acquisition of university status at the institution.
One (1) recipient | Full tuition for first-year only (not renewable)
A minimum 85% final admission average is required for consideration. An applicant's average is calculated with their best six Grade 12 U/M courses.
This application will ask that you to include the following:
- A Personal Statement
- Two (2) Letters of Reference
- academic reference that confirms your scholastic abilities and success
- a reference letter that supports your exceptional aptitude in your chosen field of study.
飦 Note: Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Canada, and Protected Persons in Canada are eligible to apply for this award.
International Secondary School Merit Scholarship
The International Secondary School Merit Scholarship is for international students. The students must be starting their first year of a full-time four-year undergraduate degree at 成人电影 (TMU). It's for students who do well academically, volunteer, join clubs and show leadership qualities.
Please note: For those applying for admission in fall 2024, TMU has increased the scholarship value to $10,000. The recipient number potential has also increased to 40 students. This award is entrance-only and is non-renewable.
Key points to remember:
- Must be an international student starting their first year of a full-time four-year undergraduate degree
- Must have a final admission average of at least 85%, an A, or an equivalent
- Must write a personal statement for submission
- If a gap year was taken it must be no longer than one academic year
International Student Winter Merit Scholarship
The International Student Winter Merit Scholarship is for international students. The students must be starting their first year of a full-time four-year undergraduate degree at 成人电影 (TMU) in January 2025. It's for students who do well academically, volunteer, join clubs and show leadership qualities.
Please note: For those applying for admission in winter 2025, TMU has increased the scholarship value to $10,000. The recipient number potential has also increased to 20 students. This award is entrance-only and is non-renewable.
Deadline extended to September 15, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. Apply through the .
Key points to remember:
- Application deadline: September 15, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET
- Must be an international student starting their first year of a full-time four-year undergraduate degree
- Must have a final admission average of at least 85%, an A, or an equivalent
- Must write a personal statement for submission
- If a gap year was taken it must be no longer than one academic year
Questions?
Email us at awards@torontomu.ca, and our team will be more than happy to assist! Please be sure to include your TMU Student Number in all email communications. This can be found in your application acknowledgement email or on your ChooseTMU Applicant Portal.
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