Cenovus Indigenous Scholarships

About this award

Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for funding available to Indigenous students in full-time engineering, business, or technology programs.

The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Cenovus Energy Inc. to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. You may be eligible for funding for up to four years within a five year period. This is for you if you have an Indigenous affiliation and are pursuing a career in technical fields like engineering, geology, business, or data science. 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 the Indspire portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Cenovus Energy Inc. how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Cenovus Energy Inc. 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 Cenovus Energy Inc. whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Can you get it?

• ✓ Indigenous — citizenship requirement
• ✓ Undergraduate — study level
• ✓ Studying Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Geologist, Accounting, Engineering Technologist, Geoscience Technologist, Power Engineering, Data Science/Analytics, Digital Technology, Cybersecurity — field of study

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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