Finances

Applications Accepted: No Application Required

Each year, King's provides awards in each academic discipline in which a degree is offered at King’s to full-time students currently registered in Year IV in an Honours Specialization or Honours Double Major with the highest average in the senior courses in their discipline.

Award Criteria

Full-time students currently registered in Year IV in an Honours Specialization or Honours Double Major in Social Work with the highest average in the senior courses in their discipline.

Applications Accepted: No Application Required

A medal is awarded annually in June to the student graduating with the highest average in the last year of the program in order to recognize outstanding academic achievement. Only one gold medal per student will be awarded. Eligibility requirements: • Achieved a minimum modular average of 80% with no grade less than 70% in the courses of the module. • No course grade of F. • Awarded Dean’s Honour List per graduating students policy.

Award Criteria

• Achieved a minimum modular average of 80% with no grade less than 70% in the courses of the module. • No course grade of F. • Awarded Dean’s Honour List per graduating students policy.

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

Awarded to a student enrolled in the second year of the BSW (Honours) program, who has been actively engaged in volunteer service over the previous three years and who demonstrates a need for financial assistance.

Award Criteria

Awarded to a student enrolled in the second year of the BSW (Honours) program.; Actively engaged in volunteer service over the previous three years.; Demonstrates a need for financial assistance.; The applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).; The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada).

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

This award, made possible by the generosity of King’s graduates, Mr. David and Mrs. Patricia Convery, is granted to the 3rd or 4th year full-time student at King’s University College, who is studying in the Bachelor of Social Work program. The student must have achieved an average of at least 75% in his/her last five full course equivalents. The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Award Criteria

Granted to the 3rd or 4th year full-time student at King’s University College, who is studying in the Bachelor of Social Work program.; The student must have achieved an average of at least 75% in his/her last five full course equivalents.; The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.; The applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).; The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada).; Students qualify on the basis of financial need.

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

This award is made possible by the generosity of Dawn, Nonie '84 and Keith Brennan, in honour of their stepmother Dr. Linda Spano, a Family Physician who recognized and valued the importance of Social Work, and a member of the King's University College Board during the 1980s. This award is granted annually to a full-time or part-time student who is studying in the Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work program. The successful student applicant must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 75% average in the previous Fall/Winter term. Preference will be given to a student who has demonstrated qualities of leadership and commitment, which promise future professional excellence. The successful applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).; The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada). The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Award Criteria

Granted annually to a full-time or part-time student who is studying in the Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work program; Demonstrate financial need; Minimum 75% average in the previous Fall/Winter term; Preference will be given to a student who has demonstrated qualities of leadership and commitment, which promise future professional excellence; The successful applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP); The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada); The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Applications Accepted: No Application Required

This award was established by donations from family, friends and colleagues of Dr. Peter McMahon. Peter dedicated over 35 years of service to King’s University College, teaching and mentoring students in the School of Social Work. This award is granted annually to the student graduating from the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) Program with the highest combined average in SW 3308F/G: The Political, Economic and Social Context of Canadian Social Work Practice, and SW 4414F/G: Analysis of Canadian Social Policies.

Award Criteria

This award is granted annually to the student graduating from the Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) Program with the highest combined average in SW 3308F/G: The Political, Economic and Social Context of Canadian Social Work Practice, and SW 4414F/G: Analysis of Canadian Social Policies.

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

This award is made possible by the generosity of Lino and Carol Canzona and in honour of Lino's mother, Elisa Canzona. Dr. Lino Canzona was a beloved professor and scholar at King's from 1970-1995 and played a key role in forming the School of Social Work at the University. Lino and Carol both recognized and values the importance of Social Work, giving back to your community, and helping all who are disadvantaged, including women and children. This award is open to both International and Canadian King's students, and granted annually to a full-time or part-time student in the Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work program. The successful student applicant will have demonstrated a commitment to volunteerism as a way of being, through the gift of their time and expertise to one or more organizations. Each candidate must submit a short paragraph of not more than 250 words outlining the positive impact they have made in their community through their social work-related activities, such as assisting vulnerable populations, or advocating for social change. Preference will be given to candidates that include volunteer hours and contact name and number for supervisor at the organization where they volunteered. The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Award Criteria

Awarded annually annually to a full-time or part-time student in the Bachelor of Social Work or Masters of Social Work program; The successful student applicant will have demonstrated a commitment to volunteerism as a way of being, through the gift of their time and expertise to one or more organizations.; Each candidate must submit a short paragraph of not more than 250 words outlining the positive impact they have made in their community through their social work-related activities, such as assisting vulnerable populations, or advocating for social change.; Preference will be given to candidates that include volunteer hours and contact name and number for supervisor at the organization where they volunteered.

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

This award, made possible by the generosity of the Jahnke Family, is granted annually to a full-time student entering the first year of the Bachelor of Social Work program, with a minimum 80% average in the previous full-time Fall/Winter term. The qualifying student must demonstrate volunteer community service and financial need. The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Award Criteria

Granted annually to a full-time student entering the first year of the Bachelor of Social Work program, with a minimum 80% average in the previous full-time Fall/Winter term.; The qualifying student must demonstrate volunteer community service and financial need.; The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.; The applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).; The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada).; Students qualify on the basis of financial need.

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

This award has been established by the Kennedy Family to support a Master of Social Work student at King’s enrolled in the MSW program with an interest in mental health. Preference will be given to students studying eating disorders. The student must demonstrate financial need. The recipient may be required to accept a field placement assignment in a setting in which social work practice relates to the concerns of those experiencing mental illness and will be expected to study some aspect of mental health through the Advanced Practicum. The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Award Criteria

Master of Social Work student at King’s enrolled in the MSW program with an interest in mental health. Preference will be given to students studying eating disorders.; The student must demonstrate financial need.; The recipient may be required to accept a field placement assignment in a setting in which social work practice relates to the concerns of those experiencing mental illness and will be expected to study some aspect of mental health through the Advanced Practicum.; The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.; The applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).; The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada).

Applications Accepted: No Application Required

This award has been established through generous gifts from family members, friends and colleagues in memory of Mary Lou Karley, Coordinator of Field Instruction in the School of Social Work from 1999-2009, so as to perpetuate her commitment to excellence in social work practice. Awarded annually to a graduating MSW student chosen by the School, who has demonstrated qualities of leadership and commitment which promise future professional excellence. Available through the generosity of The Mary Lou Karley Memorial Fund.

Award Criteria

Awarded annually to a graduating MSW student chosen by the School, who has demonstrated qualities of leadership and commitment which promise future professional excellence.

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

This award, made possible by the generosity of Ken Birch and family and friends of Mary Sheehan-Birch, is granted to a full or part-time student in the Masters of Social Work Program who has been directly involved with the Children’s Aid Society. Preference will be given to single parents and those whose research or practicum focuses on child welfare and/or protection. Students must demonstrate financial need. The successful recipients may hold this award with other student awards.

Award Criteria

Granted to a full or part-time student in the Masters of Social Work Program who has been directly involved with the Children’s Aid Society.; Preference will be given to single parents and those whose research or practicum focuses on child welfare and/or protection.; Students must demonstrate financial need.; The successful recipients may hold this award with other student awards.; The applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).; The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada).

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

The award was created in 2021 as a result of donations from various individual donors and members of the MSW Class of 2021. The purpose of this fund shall be to award $1,000 annually to a Black student entering, or continuing, full-time or part-time study at King's in the School of Social Work. Preference will be given to a student registered in the MSW program. The award will be presented annually based on academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. This award will support students who show commitment to strengthening their communities, whether that is through celebrating their identity, overcoming personal challenges, or engaging in leadership or volunteer work. The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Award Criteria

The purpose of this fund shall be to award $1,000 annually to a Black student entering, or continuing, full-time or part-time study at King's in the School of Social Work; Preference will be given to a student registered in the MSW program; The award will be presented annually based on academic achievement and demonstrated financial need; This award will support students who show commitment to strengthening their communities, whether that is through celebrating their identity, overcoming personal challenges, or engaging in leadership or volunteer work; The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Applications Accepted: Dec 15, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026

Full-time Master of Social Work students who are in need may apply for a bursary which is granted on the basis of demonstrated financial need. Effective 2014-2015 academic year, part-time Master of Social Work students are eligible for consideration.

Award Criteria

Full time Master of Social Work students. Effective 2014-2015 academic year, part-time Social Work students are eligible for consideration.; Demonstrated financial need.

Apply

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

This award is made possible by the generosity of multiple donors and King's University College Foundation. This award is granted annually to an international or domestic student entering, or continuing, full-time or part-time study at King's in the School of Social Work. Preference will be given to MSW students who identify as a member of the Black community, First Nations, Metis or Inuit, or a person of Colour. King’s values diversity and equity in our student body, and has designed this award to address historical and contemporary injustices that have created barriers to higher education for these members. The award will be presented annually based on academic achievement and demonstrated financial need. The financial need may relate to direct educational costs and/or living costs. The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards. Each candidate must submit the following: 1. A completed application, and 2. A short paragraph of not more than 250 words outlining the path that brought them to King’s, and what they hope to achieve after graduation.

Award Criteria

This award will be granted to an international or domestic, full-time or part-time student entering or continuing at King's in the School of Social Work.; Preference will be given to MSW students who identify as a member of the Black community, First Nations, Metis or Inuit, or a person of Colour.; The successful recipient will demonstrate academic achievement and financial need.

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

Awarded to a student registered in the BSW (Honours) program, who can demonstrate volunteer community service and a need for financial assistance.

Award Criteria

Awarded to a student registered in the BSW (Honours) program.; Can demonstrate volunteer community service.; A need for financial assistance.; The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada).; The applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Applications Accepted: No Application Required

This award is made possible through a generous gift from Sun Life. The qualifying student must be registered full-time, and entering 4th year of the Bachelor of Social Work Program. The student must have achieved the highest average on a full-time course load in the previous year. The successful recipient may hold this award in conjunction with other student awards.

Award Criteria

Must be registered full-time, and entering 4th year of the Bachelor of Social Work Program; The student must have achieved the highest average on a full-time course load in the previous year.

Applications Accepted: No Application Required

This award was made possible through generous gifts from family members, friends, and colleagues in memory of Susan J. O'Neil, Co-Ordinator of Field Instruction in the School of Social Work from 1991-1996.  It will be awarded annually to a graduating student, chosen by the school, who has demonstrated qualities of leadership and commitment which promise future professional excellence. The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Award Criteria

Awarded annually to a graduating student, chosen by the school, who has demonstrated qualities of leadership and commitment which promise future professional excellence.; The successful recipient may hold this award with other student awards.

Applications Accepted: No Application Required

Established by her family in loving memory of Heather MacLean Meek, a King’s BSW graduate and a social worker who practiced in the London community. The award is given annually to MSW student entering the final year of the two-year MSW program who has maintained a minimum overall academic average of 75% in MSW courses and demonstrates a strong potential for leadership in the social work profession. In the case that the two-year MSW program is not available, students enrolled in the one-year MSW course will be considered. Students will be nominated by a faculty members from the School of Social Work. A student may solicit the support of a faculty member from the School of Social Work regarding a nomination. The Selection Committee will be composed of one School of Social Work representative, one community representative, and the School's Graduate Program.

Award Criteria

The award is given annually to MSW student entering the final year of the two-year MSW program who has maintained a minimum overall academic average of 75% in MSW courses and demonstrates a strong potential for leadership in the social work profession.; In the case that the two-year MSW program is not available, students enrolled in the one-year MSW course will be considered.; Students will be nominated by a faculty members from the School of Social Work. A student may solicit the support of a faculty member from the School of Social Work regarding a nomination.; Nominees will be expected to submit a curriculum vitae and a statement of professional goals to the Selection Committee by September 30th.

Applications Accepted: Aug 01, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026

This award is made possible through a gift from Mrs. Janine Smith to honour her husband, Thomas J. Smith, a long time scholar and Professor of Social Work, and Director of the School of Social Work at King's University College. The qualifying student must be registered full-time during the Fall/Winter term and in the 4th year of the Bachelor of Social Work Program. The recipient must demonstrate a keen interest in Social Policy and Social Welfare, as well as a committed interest in the values and attitudes underlying the profession of Social Work. The student must demonstrate financial need. The successful recipient may hold this award with the King's Continuing Scholarship, but not in conjunction with other King's awards.

Award Criteria

The qualifying student must be registered full-time during the Fall/Winter term and in the 4th year of the Bachelor of Social Work Program.; The recipient must demonstrate a keen interest in Social Policy and Social Welfare, as well as a committed interest in the values and attitudes underlying the profession of Social Work.; The student must demonstrate financial need.; The successful recipient may hold this award with the King's Continuing Scholarship, but not in conjunction with other King's awards.; The applicant must be an Ontario Resident, as specified by the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).; The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, a Permanent Resident, or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada).