Scholarships & Aid
Financial Aid Options for International Students
Bursaries for International Students
- International students must demonstrate that they have sufficient resources to meet their financial needs in order to qualify for a student visa.
- International students who can demonstrate that they are facing an unforseen/unforseeable temporary financial emergency, are eligible to apply for bursary assistance on a case-by-case basis.
- International students should seek financial aid from sources in their country of residence.
CultureWorks International Award
This in-course needs-based award has been established through the generosity of CultureWorks and has been designated to assist CultureWorks graduates continuing studies at Brescia and in financial need. Funding amount is determined annually.
Deadline: September 30th, annually.
Work Study Program for International Students
What is Work Study?
Brescia assists students each year through a part-time job program that allows the student to supplement other resources through earnings.
Brescia students interested in Work Study positions must apply at Brescia through the Business Office. Once your application is approved, you can apply for one of the positions available at the college.
- Must be an International Student studying in a Degree Program.
- Must be taking a minimum of 60% or more of a full-course load.
- Must demonstrate financial need through the application process.
Information on working in Canada is available from Western's International Student Services at:
Brescia Scholarships for International Students
International High School Students
Scholarship |
Number Awarded |
Academic Requirements |
Value |
International Entrance Scholarship |
Unlimited |
90.0%+ |
$3000 |
85.0-89.9% |
$2500 |
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80.0-84.9% |
$2000 |
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One |
90%+ |
$6000 and a double room in Brescia Residence |
International Entrance Scholarships are automatic and guaranteed based on final admission averages as calculated by Brescia. All of the above scholarships (including the Sister Ste. Anne Lachance Scholarship) are renewable at a value of $2000 in subsequent years. In order to retain a continuing scholarship, recipients must maintain an 80% average on five full courses taken concurrently in the September to April term while registered at Brescia University College.
Application to the Sister Ste. Anne Lachance Scholarship is not automatic; eligible students should complete and submit a written application.
This is an entrance scholarship awarded to the international student with demonstrated academic achievement and community service. The recipient will receive $6000 towards academic tuition and a double residence room fee for her first year of study at Brescia.
Contact: Registrar’s Office for more details
International Financial Aid Web sites
International Education Financial Aid
International Scholarships for Canadian and non-Canadian students - Government of Canada
The key to seeking financial assistance through the home country or web sites for international students is to ensure accountability of the originating source. Check the government web site of the home country for information and contact the key government office for advice.
Scotiabank - International/Scholarship Programs offer scholarships and bursary programs affiliated with institutions to resident nationals in those countries.