St Thomas University Entrance Scholarships 2026

St Thomas University are offering scholarships to students entering the University for the 2026 academic session. The entrance awards program includes:

• Entrance Scholarships – based on academic achievement and overall student involvement
• Application-based Entrance Awards – recognizing students who balance academics with extracurricular, volunteer, or community achievements
• Bursaries – for students with demonstrated financial need 

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 1, 2026
• Value$100,000
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorSt Thomas University
• City to studyFredericton
• School to studySt Thomas University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

Entrance awards - $20,000
Application based awards - $500 and $100,000
Entrance bursaries - Valued between $500 and $3,000

Requirements

St. Thomas University Scholarship (Renewable)

If you have an admissions average of 80% or higher, you will automatically be considered for the St. Thomas University Scholarship (Renewable) when you apply for admission.

• Valued at up to $20,000
• Renewable for up to four years
• Consideration given to academic achievement, leadership, extracurricular involvement, and community contributions

To receive a scholarship assessment, you must apply for admission.

Application-based Entrance Awards  

St. Thomas offers a wide range of application-based entrance awards valued between $500 and $100,000 over four years. By submitting one scholarship application, you will be considered for the majority of scholarships available. 
  
Unless otherwise specified, entrance awards are open to candidates for full-time admission to the first year of the Bachelor of Arts program applying on the basis of their high school records. International applicants with the equivalent of an 80% average or higher are also eligible.

Selection Criteria 
The Entrance Scholarship Selection Committee primarily reviews your academic record, including:

• Admission average
• Grade 12 courses and levels (and Grade 11 performance where relevant)

In addition to academics, the Committee may also consider leadership, extracurricular involvement, geographical location, and community engagement depending on each scholarship’s criteria. 

Entrance Bursaries

Bursaries are need-based awards funded by the St. Thomas University community to support incoming students with limited financial resources.  

• Bursaries are open to candidates for full-time admission to the Bachelor of Arts program, whether applying from high school or as adult learners.
• Valued between $500 and $3,000 (one-time)
• Consideration given to academic achievement, leadership, extracurricular involvement, and community contributions

Selection Criteria
The Entrance Bursary Selection Committee considers:

• The capacity of your family to contribute financially
• Your employment situation  
• Any special needs or requirements

 

Application Deadline

March 1, 2026

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to St Thomas University on to apply

By submitting one application, you will be considered for the majority of scholarships and bursaries available.

• Application Deadline: March 1
• Where to Apply: Log in to your Applicant Portal and look under the “Next Steps” tab to access the Scholarship and Bursary Application.
• Eligibility: Students who have received an offer of admission and submitted their most up-to-date transcripts are eligible to apply. 

For more details, visit STU Scholarship webpage