Climbing the Mountain Bursary
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Marcia Perryman · National
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 30, 2026
Apply by August 1, November 1, or February 1 for an annual bursary supporting Indigenous students at any post-secondary level who show financial need.
The provider doesn't post a fixed dollar amount — contact Marcia Perryman to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a bursary, 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 facing financial hurdles while pursuing your education. You have three deadlines to choose from: August 1, November 1, and February 1. No notification timeline is posted publicly — before you start the application, check Marcia Perryman's program page or call their office to confirm when you will hear back. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Marcia Perryman how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Marcia Perryman 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 Marcia Perryman whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Double-check every field, save a copy, and submit at least 24 hours early.
The biggest mistake is providing a vague statement about needing money.
Winners instead provide a clear budget showing exactly how the bursary fills a gap in their tuition or living costs.
List your specific expenses to prove your need.
The biggest mistake is using a generic character reference.
Winners instead secure letters from community leaders or teachers who can speak to their resilience and Indigenous identity.
Ask your referee to provide a concrete example of your leadership.
How do I apply?
Click the Start application button above: it opens the official application page in a new tab.
When is the deadline?
Applications close on August 1, 2026. Submit early: portals get busy in the final hours.
Can international students apply?
Eligibility is limited to: Indigenous.
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