Scholarships
There are a number of significant scholarship opportunities awarded to Smith Master of Finance students each year. These opportunities enable us to enroll the top business students from around the world, enhancing our class and strengthening our outstanding alumni network after graduation.
Smith Internal Scholarships
Academic Scholarships
Smith offers a limited number of Dean’s Entrance Scholarships valued at up to $5,000 for applicants with a record of outstanding academic achievement. These scholarships are awarded at the time of acceptance into the program. It is not necessary to apply for a scholarship.
Scholarships for Black Students
$10,000 scholarship awarded annually to 1 student entering the MFin program. Given to an equity-deserving Canadian candidate who self-identifies as Black and demonstrates academic excellence, community involvement, and proven leadership experience. To be eligible, candidates must have either Canadian citizenship or Canadian Permanent Residency status. This scholarship is merit-based and will be awarded on the basis of an applicant’s essay submission, as well as the overall strength of their application profile. Selection will be made by a Smith EDII Scholarship Committee.
Essay submission deadline is March 15th. Please contact our Recruitment & Admissions team for more information.
Scholarship for Indigenous Student
A $10,000 scholarship is available annually to be awarded to a full time Indigenous student entering the MFin program. Recipients are selected based on demonstrated academic excellence, community involvement, and proven leadership experience. Selection decisions are made by the Smith EDII Scholarship Committee, based on all documentation submitted as part of the original program application (including cover letter, resume, transcripts, and references, etc.), as well as a supplemental essay provided by the candidate. As a condition of receiving the award, successful candidates must provide verification of Indigenous status in one of the forms specified by the Queen’s University Indigenous Students Admission Pathway.
Essay submission deadline is March 15th. For more information, please contact our Recruitment & Admissions team.
External Scholarships
Scholarships for Mexican Students
$10,000 is awarded annually to students entering the MFin program through the FUNED Scholarship Program. Visit FUNED for complete details on eligibility requirements and application deadlines.
Scholarships for All Students
Applicants of the Smith MFin program may also wish to consider the following external scholarship opportunities.