CSU Engagement Award
About the Award
The CSU Engagement Award was established in 2015 to support students who are engaged in their communities and have demonstrated leadership and commitment to social justice. The award is open to all Capilano University students, including international students, and provides up to $2,000 in financial support.
Apply as a current or returning student or as a future student.
CSU Equity Leadership Award
About the Award
The CSU Equity Leadership Award was established in 2021 to support students who are leading efforts toward equity and diversity in the Capilano University community. The award is open to all Capilano University students, including international students, and provides up to $2,500 in financial support.
Apply as a current or returning student or as a future student.
CSU Support Funds
About the Awards
The CSU has various support funds that provide emergency funding for any student who experiences financial hardship in paying for neccessary expenses such as food, shelter, and textbooks.
Student Society Emergency Aid Funds
CSU Disability Support Fund
CSU Support Fund for Black Students
CSU Support Fund for Trans, Two-Spirit, and Non-Binary Students
Apply for this emergency financial assistance through Financial Aid & Awards at Capilano University.
OTHER FUNDING TYPES
Scholarships
Scholarships are financial awards that do not need to be repaid. They are often provided by universities, governments, or private organizations to recognize and reward academic achievement, athletic ability, leadership potential, or other accomplishments. Scholarships can cover all or a portion of a student’s tuition and other expenses, and may also provide additional benefits such as mentorship or networking opportunities. Scholarship eligibility criteria can vary widely and may include academic performance, extracurricular activities, community involvement, and other factors. Applicants may need to provide additional information such as essays or letters of recommendation to be considered. Apply for scholarships through Financial Aid & Awards at Capilano University.
Grants
Grants are financial awards that do not need to be repaid. They are often provided by governments or private organizations to help students cover the cost of tuition, books, and other education-related expenses. Grants are typically awarded based on financial need, academic merit, or a combination of both. For more information about grants, visit Financial Aid & Awards at Capilano University.
Bursaries
Bursaries are similar to grants in that they are financial awards that do not need to be repaid. However, bursaries are usually awarded based solely on financial need. They are often provided by universities, governments, or private organizations to help students who are experiencing financial hardship. Apply for bursaries through Financial Aid & Awards at Capilano University.
Student Loans
Student loans are available publicly and privately to cover cost of tuition, books, and other education-related expenses. Loans and grants offered by the Canadian or provincial governments are only available to Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents, and Landed Immigrants. There is no interest on the federal portion of Canada student loans and interest rates on the provincial portion vary by province and territory. International students may be able to contact a student loan provider in their home country for information about the loan options that may be available. Private student loans are available to both domestic and international students, though they are almost always subject to higher interest rates. For more information about student loans, visit For more information about student loans, visit Financial Aid & Awards at Capilano University.