- You must have a UWin Account to apply for Entrance Awards through the Award Profile tile. If you do not have a UWin Account, please activate it by following the instructions here. Once you have an account, login to UWinsite Student and apply through the Award Profile tile.
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When starting a new Award Profile, select the 2024-2025 academic year.
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On the next page, complete the course load fields accordingly. For example, if you plan to be a full-time student in the fall and winter (taking 4 or 5 courses), enter 100 under fall and winter.
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If you are using a previously saved form that was started at the beginning of the year, click the refresh data button to ensure your most recent 12O average that we currently have on record is populated. If it's not in our records, please estimate your 12O average.
- If applicable, click the Refresh Eligible awards button on the last page to ensure you are seeing the most up-to-date awards that are available.
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If you are eligible for multiple application-based awards, you can only apply for one application-based award per form. There is no limit to the number of applications a student can submit. You must submit a start new form for each award that you wish to apply for. These awards will require you to respond to a specific question, upload an essay and may require you to attach supporting documentation.
Quick Tips for Entering Students
Services Available:
You may reach our office at: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 3300
Regular SAFA Service Hours
| Monday | 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
| Tuesday | 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 12:00PM; 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 12:00PM; 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| Friday | 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
Please refer to ask.uwindsor.ca as there may be a knowledge base article that may answer your question.
In order to better assist you, please always include your UWindsor Student Number in your communications.
Students should complete their UWinAward Student Application/Profile via UWinsite Student > Student Homepage > Award Profile to be matched with eligible funding opportunities.
Additional Information for Domestic Students who are experiencing financial hardship.
Additional Information for International Students who are experiencing financial hardship.
If you require additional assistance you may contact our office by email at award1@uwindsor.ca.
Documents may be faxed, sent as an attachment via email at award1@uwindsor.ca, or placed in our drop-box located in the lobby of CHT or mailed to:
Student Awards & Financial Aid
University of Windsor
401 Sunset Ave. CHT Room 102
Windsor, ON N9B 3P4
Fax: (519) 973-7087
Please refer to https://ask.uwindsor.ca/ as there may be a knowledge base article that may answer your question.
Student Awards & Financial Aid Office
University of Windsor
Chrysler Hall Tower, 1st Floor
401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor, ON, Canada, N9B 3P4
* Due to construction, the entrance to our lobby/waiting area can be accessed from the south entrance of Chrysler Hall Tower
We are available for in-person service during the following hours:
Regular SAFA Service Hours
| Monday | 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
| Tuesday | 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
| Friday | 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
To enter our in-person service queue with the Student Awards or the Financial Aid office, please scan this QR Code or click if using a mobile device:
If you feel that you need to talk to someone about your situation, please take the following steps:
1) Try asking your question using https://ask.uwindsor.ca. We have many knowledge base articles that might be able to assist you with your question.
2) Log on to https://ask.uwindsor.ca to submit a service request and a Student Awards or Financial Aid Representative will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.
3) Call our office during our phone service hours. A Student Award or Financial Aid Representative may be able to resolve your issue over the phone.
4) If options 1) through 3) do not resolve your issue, we will schedule you a virtual Teams meeting/appointment with a Student Awards or Financial Aid Specialist for a time that is mutually convenient.
UWinAward Profile/Application Support
Here is the schedule for our virtual drop-in sessions available for students who require assistance with their UWinAward Profile/Application for bursary and scholarship applications.
Important Notes:
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We will attempt to return messages and service requests within 2 business days where possible. In September, January & May however, our response time may be closer to 7-10 business days.
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Please do not leave/send multiple messages/emails as this will delay our response time.