Vancouver Island University Scholarships

This page lists the all scholarships available to disabled students attending Vancouver University Scholarships.  

Amount: Based on scholarship

Number: multiple

Deadline(s)

  1. March 30 Midnight for scholarships and awards
  2. October 30 Midnight for bursaries

Vancouver University has a number of scholarships available to students with disabilities enrolled at the university. Many of them have similar steps, So just a number of them have been shown here. If you wish to see the full list of scholarships please go view all Vancouver University Scholarships. 

For information on disability specific scholarships

Eligibility

For the 2024-2025 School year. Students will need to complete their profile will be considered for every award they are eligible for, eliminating the need to apply for multiple awards. Be sure to complete and save your VIU Scholarship, Award and Bursary (SAB) Profile to be considered for multiple awards.

BC Hydro Endowment Award $2,500 x 1

Available to continuing students with a disability, based on scholastic achievement, community involvement, knowledge of and commitment to the protection of the environment and efficient and safe use of electricity.

Judith Arnold Award $1,000 x 1

Available to students with a disability who are enrolled in at least two Academic and Career Preparation (ABE) courses, or a minimum of 3 courses (9 credits) in a university program, or at least half-time in an applied or career program.  Selection based on academic achievement (min. GPA 2.33) in the spring semester, with financial need being considered.

Kiwanis Sunrisers Special Needs Award

Available to students living with a disability, who demonstrate incentive and who are working / learning to the best of their abilities.  Preference will be given to students who are not receiving other awards.  Applicants must specify how they fulfil the criteria and, if selected, will be required to attend a meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Nanaimo Sunrisers.

VIU Entrance Award for Students with Disabilities $2,500 x 1

Available for academic achievement to first year students with a disability, enrolled in a full-time course load.  Financial need will also be considered.

VIU Scholarship for Students with Disabilities $1,300

Available for academic excellence to continuing students, with a disability, who are enrolled full-time.

How to Apply

To apply, be sure to complete and save your VIU Scholarship, Award and Bursary (SAB) Profile by the yearly application deadlines.

Contact Information

Nanaimo (Main Campus)
900 Fifth Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5
Canada)

See Also

Last Updated:2025-03-07