CDI College Awards for Indigenous Students

About this award

Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for funding available to Indigenous students attending any Canadian CDI College campus.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact CDI College to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student with any Indigenous affiliation who has shown a clear financial need for support while studying. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through a student portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask CDI College how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. They consider financial need as the main factor, but they may also look at your academic performance and how you contribute to your community. Ask CDI College during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with CDI College whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Post Secondary — study level

How to apply

1. 1

   Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour

   Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.

2. 2

   Request your official transcript1–2 weeks

   Order through your school registrar: allow 1–2 weeks.

3. 3

   Submit by August 1, 2026~1 hour

   Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.

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