CIBC STEM Entrance Award at Wilfrid Laurier University 2026

The CIBC STEM Entrance Award, valued at $5,000 CAD, is an exciting opportunity for full-time undergraduate students entering their first year at Laurier. Aimed at promoting access in STEM fields, this scholarship is awarded annually to 15 recipients.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMay 4, 2026
• Value$5,000
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorWilfrid Laurier University
• City to studyWaterloo
• School to studyWilfrid Laurier University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

$5,000

Requirements

The CIBC STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Entrance Award is valued at $5,000 CAD and is open to full-time undergraduate students (domestic and international) entering their first year in any program at Laurier.

A total of 15 recipients annually.

Eligible candidates must identify with one or more of the following equity-deserving groups: 

• Black students 
• Indigenous students 
• Students with disabilities

Additionally, candidates must demonstrate financial need. Priority will be given to those registered in STEM programs who meet the above criteria.

While STEM program enrollment is a preference, the application will be open to all first-year students. STEM program enrollment will be assessed during the adjudication process.

Note: The availability and value of this competitive award program is subject to change.

Exclusions

• Bachelor of Education (BEd) programs are not eligible, as this is a recruitment-focused award for first-entry undergraduate STEM students.
• Students entering with advanced standing (e.g., transfer credits) will not be considered.

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Free Ongoing Fully Funded Scholarships Guide 2026 (Download Now)

Application Deadline

How To Apply

LORIS is used to complete all student award applications. To learn more about the system and how to use it, see the LORIS page.

• Log in to LORIS.
• Navigate to the "Student Awards and Financial Aid" tab.
• Click the “Student Awards Applications” link to access the CIBC STEM Entrance Award.

Once started, you will be able to review and make changes to your submission up until the deadline.

For more details, visit Wilfrid Laurier University Scholarship webpage