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Ontario Tech acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation.

We are thankful to be welcome on these lands in friendship. The lands we are situated on are covered by the Williams Treaties and are the traditional territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation, including Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi. These lands remain home to many Indigenous nations and peoples.

We acknowledge this land out of respect for the Indigenous nations who have cared for Turtle Island, also called North America, from before the arrival of settler peoples until this day. Most importantly, we acknowledge that the history of these lands has been tainted by poor treatment and a lack of friendship with the First Nations who call them home.

This history is something we are all affected by because we are all treaty people in Canada. We all have a shared history to reflect on, and each of us is affected by this history in different ways. Our past defines our present, but if we move forward as friends and allies, then it does not have to define our future.

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Student Awards and Financial Aid

We believe your education is one of the most important investments you'll ever make. Our Student Awards and Financial Aid (SAFA) team is dedicated to helping you achieve financial success while pursuing your post-secondary education. You may need a combination of financial resources to cover all the expenses of your post-secondary education.

That's where we come in! 

Receiving the President’s Scholarship has helped me immensely. I don’t have to stress over my tuition fees as most of it is now covered. This allows me to allocate more of my time towards things I love such as my academics, extracurricular activities and getting involved in my community.

I’m very thankful for this scholarship and to the university for recognizing me!

AMIR SIDDIQUEBachelor of Science (Honours) Fourth-year student in the Biological Science program

Video sessions are over now but send us an email at connect@ontariotechu.ca if you still have questions, and stay tuned for more sessions in the future!

Thanks for an amazing Virtual Open House.

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    Awards

    Awards

    Awards of Recognition

    You’ve worked hard for your grades. We want to recognize that hard work! If you’re a current Canadian secondary school student, you’re automatically awarded the following based on your top six 4U/4M courses (or equivalent):

    • $4,000 - 95 per cent or higher
    • $2,000 - 90 to 94.9 per cent
    • $1,000 85 to 89.9 per cent

    Donor Awards

    • 300+ donor awards that range from $400 to $8,000.

    Check out our donor awards

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    Scholarships

    Scholarships

    If you've achieved both academic and personal excellence, you could be eligible for our: 

    • Major Entrance Scholarships
    • Engineering and Science entrance scholarships
    • Tribute Communities Success scholarships 
    • Women For Stem Scholarship Program

    We offer many more scholarships and are here to help you find one that is right for you! Visit the SAFA web page for more information. 

    In-course Scholarships*

    We'll continue to recognize your academic achievements during your undergraduate degree, based on your grades and previous academic year:

    • $1,500 - 4.0 + GPA
    • $1,000 - 3.7 to 3.99 GPA

    * Minimum GPA and course load required, and you must be returning to full-time studies. Amounts vary based on GPA and donor contributions.

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    Government Financial Aid

    Government Financial Aid

    Many students rely on government-funded student loans to assist them with the costs of post-secondary education. If you're an Ontario resident, you might be eligible for the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). By submitting a single OSAP application, you will be considered for federal and provincial loans and grants.

    Funding is available for both full-time and part-time students if you're: 

    • Taking three classes or more per term.
    • Taking one or two classes per term.
    • A student with a permanent disability, You can be considered a full-time student while taking two classes per term.

    Want to know how much OSAP you qualify for? Use the OSAP estimator.

    For more information on OSAP and other forms of government aid, visit the SAFA web page. 

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    SAFA FAQs

    SAFA FAQs

    We know that paying your tuition comes with a lot of questions; we're here to help!

    Have a question for us? See if we've already answered it for you:

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    Contact us

    Contact us

    • connect@ontariotechu.ca
    • If you'd like someone to contact you by phone, email us and provide your name, student number, and a phone number you can be reached at; a Financial Aid Officer will reach out to you. 

    Meet our team