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Emergency Bursary

Emergency Bursary 

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The GSA Emergency Bursary, generously funded by the Graduate Students’ Association (GSA), is a lifeline for graduate students facing unforeseen financial challenges. We understand that unexpected circumstances can arise, and our commitment is to support students during these difficult times.

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Bursary Details

  • Value: Up to $500

  • Limit: One bursary per 12-month period, per student

  • Number: Up to 15 bursaries available

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Eligibility

This bursary is available to:

  • Students enrolled part-time or full-time in any graduate degree program at the University of Lethbridge.

  • Acute financial need

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Payment Process

  • Payment is made by cheque upon approval of the application for the emergency bursary and upon confirmation of enrolment at the University of Lethbridge in the current semester.

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Application Process

To apply for the GSA Emergency Bursary, follow these steps:

  • Submit a completed application and provide supporting documentation to demonstrate your financial need.

  • Applications will be adjudicated in the order they are received until the funding is fully dispersed.

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Recipient Selection

Selection will be determined by the GSA Awards Committee based on the following:

  • Applications are adjudicated in the order they are received.

  • Demonstrated acute financial need

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​The GSA Emergency Bursary was established with the sole purpose of providing timely financial assistance to graduate students facing unexpected financial hardships. We are dedicated to ensuring that our graduate community has the support it needs during challenging times. Applications are accepted and processed throughout the academic year until the allocated bursaries are fully dispersed. Your well-being matters, and we are here to help when you need it most.

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Please Note:

  • Applications can be emailed to gsa@uleth.ca

  • Deadlines are 11:59 pm on the date outlined above; applications received via email after this deadline will not​ be accepted.

  • Incomplete applications will automatically be rejected.

 

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In the event that the Terms of Reference (TOR), award description, and/or the award application are in disagreement with one another, the TOR will be taken as correct.

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