Upcoming Money Smart sessions
Level up your financial game this summer with Money Smart! These hour-long interactive workshops cover topics like budgeting, credit, debt, investing and making smarter money decisions. Sign up today to gain practical tools and tips you can actually use.
- Tips and Secrets Smart Canadians Know – July 30 at 3:30 p.m.
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Financial aid applications opened in June
Application dates and processes vary by province and territory, so be sure to check your local requirements. Visit the Financial Aid page for updates and more information.
Open external awards
Applications now open for Louise McKinney, Jason Lang and Indigenous Careers Award.
External award: 2026 ABC Bursary
Are you an Albertan who is actively involved in beekeeping or pursuing a career in an area that impacts beekeeping? Apply for the ABC Bursary. The deadline to apply is July 31, 2026.
External award: ALMS Dr. Ron Zurawell LakeWatch Scholarship
Are you studying aquatic sciences or a related discipline? Apply for the ALMS Dr. Ron Zurawell LakeWatch Scholarship. The deadline to apply is July 31, 2026.
Funding your education
You'll likely use a variety of sources to cover the costs of attending university. This might include awards, scholarships, bursaries, RESPs, money from your family, a part-time job or student loans.
Undergraduate Awards — Financing Your Education
Awards can reduce the cost of your education, lightening the financial burden of student loans and tuition, but they can also be so much more. It’s recognition; it's also a relief and joy. In this video, you’ll see how awards impacted UCalgary students Grace Webber, Angela Situ and Marcus Gee.
Wondering how much your degree will cost? Create a customized estimate with our online cost estimator.