Undergraduate Grants

University of Toronto grants assist students with unmet need with respect to their educational expenses (ex., tuition, books and supplies, living costs). University of Toronto grants are not intended to fund non-educational expenses or to repay your debts.  

It is expected that prior to applying for this grant, students will have explored all sources of funding such as family support, savings, study period income, OSAP or other government assistance programs, daycare subsidies, and bank lines of credit as appropriate.   

Apply through the Undergraduate Grant Application Portal

  1. To submit an application log in to the Undergraduate Grant Application Portal.
  2. Select Start New Application. You must complete all sections of the application. You may save the application as a draft and complete it at a later date. 
  3. When complete, at the end of the form, select Submit.
  4. Your faculty/division/college will review the application and will forward their recommendation or decision to the University Registrar’s Office.  

Timeline and Payment of Funding

It may take 4-6 weeks for a decision to be made on your grant application. During the start of each semester during the months of September, January and May, the processing times will be slightly longer. 

To view the status on your grant applications, log in to the Undergraduate Grant Application Portal.

If approved, you will be able to view the grant payment information on ACORN, under the Awards & Financial Aid section of your ACORN account. 

If you have questions regarding the grant application, please contact your faculty, college or campus for assistance.  

Graduate Emergency Grants

Graduate students can access financial support from a variety of sources. It is expected that prior to applying for financial assistance and need-base grants and awards, students will have explored all sources of support such as OSAP or other government assistance programs, bank loans and student lines of credit, family support, personal savings, daycare subsidies, summer and study period income as appropriate. Learn more about funding and resources for Research Stream Students and Professional Degree Students. 

Graduate students who have encountered an unforeseen financial emergency during their program should inquire about the availability of emergency grants. SGS Emergency Grants are not intended to replace or make up a shortfall in OSAP, other funding sources, or serve as routine or long-term support, but aim to provide short-term, immediate relief during a financial crisis and/or unexpected expenses due to COVID-19. Graduate students are encouraged to inquire with their Faculty Registrar’s Office for available resources or the School of Graduate Studies. 

Other Resources

Please contact your faculty, college, or campus for instructions regarding additional grants available.