Financial Aid and Awards
Find funding for your education
Getting a post-secondary education is an important investment in your future. Just like any investment, you need to make a plan and find sources of funding. We can help. If you think you might need help funding your education, we strongly recommend that you discuss your needs with our Financial Assistance and Awards Advisor.
2023/24 Entrance Bursaries
The Entrance Bursary application for new students entering COTR for the first time in September 2023 is now open. Deadline to apply: July 15, 2023.
Government Assistance
Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards
Entrance Bursaries
For students entering COTR for the first time in September
Applications open: 03/15/2023
Deadline to apply: 07/15/2023
CEWIL Bursary Application
For domestic students participating in a spring 2023 course that includes an unpaid WIL opportunity
StrongerBC future skills grant
For students entering the EMR, Haul Truck, Summit Leadership or Special Event Planning programs.
Adult Upgrading Grant & Awards
Information and assistance for UACE students
Former Youth in Care
Tuition waiver program info for former youth in care
Lieutenant-Governor’s Medal Nomination
Award criteria and online nomination form
Applications open: 03/2024
Deadline to apply: 05/2024
Indigenous Scholarships & Awards
For students that self identify as Indigenous
Scholarships and Awards for Current Students
For current College of the Rockies Domestic students
Applications open: 01/03/2023
Deadline to apply: 02/28/2023
Entrance Scholarships
For students entering COTR directly from high school for the first time in September
Applications open: 02/01/2023
Deadline to apply: 03/31/2023
Scholarships for International Students
For current College of the Rockies International students
Applications open: 01/03/2023
Deadline to apply: 02/28/2023
Award Recipients
Archives of past recipients
External Award Opportunities
Government and community sponsored awards