Awards and Financial Aid

Accenture Award

One award, valued at up to $1,500, is provided to a full-time undergraduate student entering Year Four in the Faculty of Engineering. Selection of the recipient will be based on active participation/leadership in extracurricular activities, interest in pursuing a consulting-type career, academic achievement (minimum 75% overall average), and strong communication skills. Relevant work-term experience will also be considered. Interested students in the 3B term should apply by March 15.

Jeffrey Aho Memorial Award

An award, valued at up to $1,200, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three or Four in any program in the Faculty of Engineering on the basis of academic achievement (minimum 75%) and extracurricular involvement in debating and/or student politics. Preference will be given to students who have participated in debating competitions or student government while attending the University of Waterloo. Interested students should submit an application by October 15. This fund is made possible by a donation from Linda and Brian Aho, to honour the memory of their son Jeffrey. As an undergraduate Engineering student, Jeffrey was an avid and successful debater who also contributed to campus life through involvement in student government.

Albert Sherwood Barber Award

An award is presented annually to the student graduating with the most outstanding performance in the Co-operative education aspects of the undergraduate Engineering program. The award was established in recognition of the contribution made to the University of Waterloo by Dr. A.S. Barber, the University's first Director of the Department of Co-ordination and Placement, now the Department of Co-operative Education and Career Action.

AMD Engineering Scholarships

Two scholarships, valued at $2,500 each, are awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in second year: one to an Electrical & Computer Engineering student, and one to a Software Engineering student. Selection will be based on academic excellence (minimum 80%). An application is not required. This fund is made possible by a donation from AMD Markham.

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) - Northern Alberta Design Awards

Six awards, three valued at up to $500 each and three valued at up to $250 each, are to be presented annually to outstanding fourth-year design project teams in the department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering. Four Mechanical Engineering teams (two from each section) and two Mechatronics Engineering teams will be chosen; no application is required. The prize money will be divided equally among the winning team members.

Autodesk Canada Capstone Design Award

An award, valued at $5,000, will be provided to an outstanding student group in any program in the Faculty of Engineering completing a Fourth-Year Capstone Design Project with a significant software component. The award will go to the project that, in the opinion of the judges, demonstrates an innovative and practical design solution to a problem. Interested groups must submit an application, available through the Faculty of Engineering website, to their departmental Capstone Coordinator and a faculty committee will make the final selection. All award funds will be divided equally among the winning team members. This fund is made possible by a donation from Autodesk Canada Inc.

Baylis Medical Capstone Design Awards

Four awards, valued at $5,000 each, will be provided to student groups undertaking a Fourth-Year Capstone Design Project with a biomedical focus in any program in the Faculty of Engineering. Interested groups must submit a Capstone Proposal Summary to their departmental Capstone Coordinator and a faculty committee will invite the top groups to present their project. Winning student groups may have the opportunity to work with industry mentors from Baylis Medical Company Inc. At the conclusion of the Capstone Design Symposium, one additional group will be selected from the remaining eligible Capstone Design Projects to receive a $5,000 award. All award funds will be divided equally among the winning team members. This fund is made possible by a donation from Baylis Medical Company Inc.

Jo Beglo Book Prize

An award is presented annually to a student who has the best overall standing in Cultural History courses in the first two years of the BAS program.

Bhattacharyya Capstone Design Award

An award, valued at $3,000, is provided annually to an outstanding student group in Chemical Engineering completing a Fourth-Year Capstone Design Project. The award will go to the project that, in the opinion of the judges, demonstrates an innovative and practical design solution to a problem having large potential long-term benefit to society. Criteria used to select a winner may include: technical innovation and accomplishment, feasibility of implementation, and potential for long-term benefits. Interested groups must submit a Capstone Proposal Summary to the Chemical Engineering Capstone Coordinator. Final selection will be made by faculty members of the Department of Chemical Engineering and the Chemical Engineering Capstone Coordinator. All award funds will be divided equally among the winning team members. This fund is made possible by a donation from Dr. Dilip and Mrs. Manjusha Bhattacharyya to foster innovative thinking and recognize the efforts of hard-working and talented students in Chemical Engineering.

Ritwika Bhattacharya Memorial Scholarship

One scholarship, valued at $1,200, is awarded annually to a full-time female undergraduate student enrolled in Electrical or Computer Engineering who has achieved the highest overall average at the end of second year. This fund is made possible by donations from family, friends, Dr. Dilip and Mrs. Manjusha Bhattacharya, AMD, and Nelson Industrial Inc., to honour the memory of Ritwika Bhattacharya.

J.P. Bickell Foundation Mining Awards

Several awards, valued at a minimum of $2,000 each, are provided to undergraduate students in mining related programs, including environmental geosciences, geological sciences, earth sciences, and mining engineering. To be eligible, students must be enrolled in second year or above, have an overall average of 75% or above, and must demonstrate their interest in the mining industry. Interested students should submit an application by October 15.

Brock Solutions Scholarship

A scholarship, valued at $2,500, is provided annually to an outstanding full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three or Four in one of the following programs: Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Software or Systems Design Engineering. Selection is based on a combination of strong academic achievement (minimum 80%) and demonstrated leadership as evidenced through involvement in extracurricular or volunteer activities either at the University or within the community. Interested students should submit an application by June 15. This fund is made possible by a donation from Brock Solutions to support Engineering students.

CISC Excellence Award in Steel Design

An award, valued at $3,000, is presented annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the Architecture program who has demonstrated outstanding work in the area of steel design. Selection will be based on project work in a third- or fourth-year Design Studio course. This fund is made possible by a donation from the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction Education Foundation.

Canadian Posture & Seating Centre Award for Project Funding

Awards in support of student projects valued between $500 and $2,000 have been established to recognize and encourage student interest in and attainment of a high level of academic and practical achievement in preparation for development and delivery of systems, methodology or assistive devices in aid of full participation in Canadian Society by physically disadvantaged persons. The awards will be granted to outstanding students who demonstrate an interest and ability in engineering activities directed toward delivery of such services. Interested students in third-or fourth-year may apply.

Canadian Posture and Seating Centre Scholarships

Scholarships, valued between $1,000 and $2,500, have been established to recognize and encourage student interest in and attainment of a high level of academic and practical achievement in preparation for development and delivery of systems, methodology or assistive devices in aid of full participation in Canadian Society by physically disadvantaged persons. The scholarships will be awarded to outstanding students who demonstrate an interest and ability in engineering and business directed toward delivery of such services. Interested students in second, third, or fourth year should apply by October 15, February 15, or July 1 each year.

Canadian Society for Chemical Engineering Scholarship

A scholarship, valued at $500, will be awarded annually to a student enrolled in the second year of Chemical Engineering who has attained the highest academic standing in Year One.

Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering Gold Medal

The Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineering provides a gold medal and certificate to be presented to a graduating student in recognition of outstanding academic achievement in Mechanical Engineering.

Canadian Welding Association Scholarship

A scholarship, valued at $5,000, is awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Four of the Mechanical Engineering program and the Welding and Joining Specialization on the basis of academic achievement (minimum 75%) and demonstrated intent to pursue a career in the welding and fabricating industry. Interested students should submit an application by October 1. This fund is made possible by a donation from the Canadian Welding Association.

Kenton J. Carnegie Memorial Award

An award, valued at up to $750, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three or Four of Geological Engineering who has achieved a minimum overall average of 75% and who has demonstrated leadership potential through extracurricular involvement and/or volunteer activities. This fund is made possible by memorial donations from family, friends and colleagues of Kenton J. Carnegie (Posthumous BASc 2007 Geological Engineering) who demonstrated excellence in academics and who made outstanding contributions to the Faculty of Engineering and the university during his undergraduate career at the University of Waterloo. Interested students should submit an application by February 15.

Keith Carr Memorial Award

An annual award, valued at up to $700, is presented to a student in third- or fourth-year Chemical Engineering who has an excellent academic record and has demonstrated strong leadership abilities both at the University and in the outside community. Students in 3A/B or 4A should apply by July 1 each year.

Savvas Chamberlain Scholarship

Several scholarships, valued at $3,000 each, are presented annually to outstanding undergraduate students in Electrical or Computer Engineering who have achieved the highest overall average at the end of third year and are entering their final year. The selection committee will focus on those students who have concentrated their course work in electronics, microelectronics, semiconductor devices, and integrated circuits relative to the other degree programs in the same department.

Morgan Champness Memorial Awards

Two awards, valued at up to $100 each, are given to fourth-year Mechanical Engineering students who demonstrate outstanding leadership in extracurricular activities and also have the ability to effectively communicate engineering concepts to their classmates and professors.

M. Chandrashekar Memorial Fellowship for Pacific Rim Exchange Students

This fellowship has been established in memory of the late M. Chandrashekar, who had an abiding interest in co-operation between the University of Waterloo and countries in Asia. Undergraduate Engineering students who participate in one of the active exchange programs between the University of Waterloo and overseas engineering schools in countries of the Pacific Rim region (including Australia and New Zealand) are eligible for the fellowship. Recipients must be on the Dean's Honours list prior to the exchange and before receiving the fellowship. The value of the award is $2,000. At most, one fellowship will be awarded each year. Applications are due on September 15 each year.

Chemical Engineering Fourth-Year Design Project Award

An award, valued at $1,000 or more, is presented for a Chemical Engineering fourth-year design project that has significant social, environmental and economic benefits. The award funds will be divided equally among the team members of the winning project. This fund is made possible by a donation from Arthur Yip, Jake Yeung and Lan Thai of the 2012 graduating class who won the inaugural Walmart Green Student Challenge.

Arthur F. Church Mechanical Engineering Scholarships

Three scholarships, valued at up to $1,000 each, are presented annually to outstanding students in each of second, third, and fourth year in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering who are in the top 10% of the class, can demonstrate a significant involvement in extracurricular activities, and have an above average work term performance. These scholarships are made possible by a donation from Mr. Arthur Church, BASc '76 Mechanical Engineering. Students must complete the Mechanical Engineering Extracurricular Activities form distributed with the Welcome Back package to be considered for this scholarship.

CISC Ontario/M & G Steel Scholarship

One scholarship, valued at $2,000, is awarded annually to an outstanding student enrolled in fourth year of Civil Engineering who has excelled in CIVE 413 - Structural Steel Design and who has selected a steel elective in his/her final year.

Dan and Anik Colquhoun Award

An award, valued at $2,000, is presented annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in second-year or above of Computer Engineering on the basis of a demonstrated personal or medical challenge that has been overcome and a significant grade increase between any two consecutive terms after 2B. Eligible students should submit an application by November 1. This fund is made possible by a donation from Daniel and Anik Colquhoun.

Co-operators Group Ltd. Award

The Co-operators Group Ltd. Awards, valued at up to $750 each, are provided annually to an undergraduate student who has completed the second year of study in Actuarial Science and to an undergraduate student who has completed the second year of study in Environmental Engineering. Selection is based on good academic standing at the end of Year Two and demonstrated leadership ability as evidenced by involvement in extracurricular activities either at the University or within the community. Applications should be submitted during 3A (Co-op students) or 2B (Regular students) by June 15.

Roger Crawford Award

One or more awards, valued at $500 each, are provided annually to students enrolled in Civil, Environmental, or Geological Engineering. This award recognizes work-term reports that focus on buried municipal water infrastructure renewal construction using trenchless technologies and/or buried infrastructure asset management. This award honours Roger Crawford, P.Eng., for his significant contributions to the trenchless industry and his support of the Centre for Advancement of Trenchless Technologies (CATT).

Crosslink Technology Inc. Scholarship

Two scholarships, valued at $5,000 each, are awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in Year Two, Three or Four: one to an Electrical Engineering student and one to a Chemical Engineering student. Selection will be based on academic excellence (minimum 80% cumulative average), extracurricular involvement/participation in volunteer activities and demonstrated leadership potential. Interested students should submit an application by July 1. This fund is made possible by a donation from John Ulcar and Karl Egenberger, owners of Crosslink Technology Inc., to support and recognize Waterloo Engineering students.

John Deere Limited Scholarship

A scholarship, valued at $2,000, is available to an outstanding student entering fourth year of Mechanical Engineering who has an interest in manufacturing and/or product design. Interested students in the 3B term should apply by March 15. 

George Dufault Medal for Excellence in Communication

The George Dufault Medal is awarded annually to the graduating student in the 4B term in Engineering who has demonstrated excellence in communication ability through the submission of outstanding work-term reports and the oral presentation of one of these reports in a competition held during the last (4B) term of the academic program. The award was established by the family of the late George Dufault in recognition of his contribution to the University as its first Coordinator and first Head of the Department of Co-ordination, now the Department of Co-operative Education and Career Action and later as a Lecturer in Physics and a Professor of Electrical Engineering.

Randy Duxbury Memorial Awards

One or more awards, valued at up to $2,000 - $4,000 each, are presented to students entering fourth year of Chemical Engineering who have a good academic record (minimum 70% overall average), have demonstrated a strong involvement in extracurricular activities and athletics, and have evidence of leadership qualities. Interested students in the 3B term should apply by March 15. 

Electrohome 75th Anniversary Scholarship

Established by the Victor Company of Japan Ltd. and Kanematsu-Gosho Ltd. in recognition of the 75th Anniversary of Electrohome Ltd., one scholarship, valued at up to $1,500, is presented to an outstanding undergraduate entering the final year of Computer Science or Software Engineering. The award will be based on academic performance in the second-year core and a minimum of three third-year Computer Science courses. An application and a recent résumé should be submitted during the 3B term by March 15.

Energy + Design Award

Fibreglass Canada and Professor Joe Somfay of the School of Architecture have made available an annual award valued at up to $300. The award is presented to an Architecture student who submits the best energy-related design.

Engineering Faculty/Staff Upper-Year Scholarships

Scholarships, valued at $300 - $500 each, may be awarded annually to outstanding students enrolled in Year Two or Three of a program in the Faculty of Engineering (excluding Architecture) on the basis of academic achievement. These scholarships are supported by donations from faculty, staff, and retirees and the Senate Scholarship Fund of the University of Waterloo. No application is required.

Engineering Society Leadership Excellence Award

An award, valued at $1,000, is presented each term to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in any term from 1B-4B of any program in the Faculty of Engineering who has displayed exceptional leadership within the University, Faculty of Engineering, or community at large. Candidates must have attained a minimum average of 60% in their most recent academic term. Interested students should apply by October 15, February 15, or June 15. This award is supported by the University of Waterloo Engineering Society and the Office of the Dean of Engineering.

Norman Esch Bridging Entrepreneurs to Students Fund

Ten stipends, valued at $2,000 each, are awarded annually to first year, full-time undergraduate co-op students in the Faculty of Engineering who have not secured a co-op work term placement. This funding will provide students with an opportunity to work in a start-up company to increase their exposure to an entrepreneurial work culture. Preference will be given to students with financial need who are not receiving any other significant support. The Conrad Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology Centre will select the individual recipients through a competitive interview process after students have applied to the online job posting for the Bridging Entrepreneurs to Students. This happens after co-op interviews have ended and following final exams. This fund is made possible by a donation from The Esch Foundation’s Norman Esch Entrepreneurial Challenge in Engineering Fund.

Norman Esch Entrepreneurship Award for Capstone Design

A minimum of six awards, ranging in value from $5,000-$10,000, will be provided to student teams enrolled in the Faculty of Engineering’s Fourth-Year Capstone Design Project who have submitted an outstanding design project and an accompanying business plan using the template provided by the Conrad Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology Centre (Conrad). Students interested in participating in this award competition should submit a one-page Notice of Intent to the Director of Conrad. Details regarding the application process, business plan and template are available from Conrad. This fund is made possible by donations from The Esch Foundation’s Norman Esch Entrepreneurial Challenge in Engineering Fund. 

Norman Esch Enterprise Co-op Awards

Fifteen awards, valued at $4,000 each, are provided annually to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in the Faculty of Engineering who are pursuing an Enterprise Co-op opportunity. Selection will be based on academic achievement (minimum 75% overall), business plan, presentation and demonstrated entrepreneurial outlook. Preference will be given to students who will not be receiving any other funding in support of the entrepreneurial work experience. Interested students should apply to be accepted into Enterprise Co-op no later than the start of the co-op term. They will be assessed for these awards as part of the e-launch process during the first week of the “enterprise co-op term”. This fund is made possible by a donation from The Esch Foundation’s Norman Esch Entrepreneurial Challenge in Engineering Fund, to expand the opportunities for students to pursue an alternative co-op opportunity by establishing their own business as a co-op work term experience.

First in Class Engineering Scholarships

Scholarships, valued at $400 each, are presented to the top student in each class based on performance in terms 1B to 4A.

Fisher/Duxbury Awards for Leadership

The Sandford Fleming Foundation has established these awards to recognize two undergraduate students, graduating in the Faculty of Engineering, who have shown outstanding leadership throughout their academic careers. The leadership contributions can be associated with the Engineering Societies, Department and Faculty activities, Cooperative Education, the Sandford Fleming Foundation and other similar functions, particularly those with a professional orientation. Nominations may be submitted by student groups, faculty members, or other individuals. Letters of Support from colleagues, faculty, and others familiar with the nominee's accomplishments are extremely important and form the major basis upon which the Executive Committee of the Sandford Fleming Foundation will form its decision. Nominations must be submitted to the Foundation by April 1. Contact the Sandford Fleming Foundation for more details. Each award consists of a certificate plus a citation, and an award of $2,000. These awards have been named in recognition of the outstanding contributions made toward the work of the Foundation by its former Chairs, Dr. John Fisher and Dr. Roy Duxbury.

Sandford Fleming Foundation Exchange Scholarships

Up to six scholarships, valued at $800 each, are awarded each fall to undergraduate Engineering students who participate in one of the exchange programs between the University of Waterloo and overseas engineering schools. Recipients must be on the Dean's Honours list or have other high academic standing prior to the exchange and before receiving the scholarship. Applications are due on September 15 each year.

Sandford Fleming Foundation (SFF) Technical Speaker Competition

The Technical Speaker competition was established to encourage public speaking skills within the student body. The competition is held each term. Six presenters are chosen from submitted abstracts. The winner will receive an award of $400, second place receiving $200, and third place receiving $75. The other participants receive $25 each.

Sandford Fleming Foundation (SFF) Award for Teaching Assistantship Excellence

The SFF presents these awards to acknowledge the excellent contributions made by Teaching Assistants to the undergraduate educational program. One award, valued at $500, is made annually in each academic department and in first year. Award winners are selected on the basis of nominations by the undergraduate classes, and the recommendation of their departments. Each term, classes are invited to submit nominations by the SFF and the Engineering Society.

Sandford Fleming Foundation (SFF) Debate Awards

The SFF has established these awards in order to encourage the art of debate among Engineering undergraduates. The Debates are held each term and awards of $250 each are made to members of the winning team and of $150 each to members of the runner-up team. The top rookie team receive $50 each. 

Sandford Fleming Foundation (SFF) Award for Academic Excellence

Sandford Fleming Foundation (SFF) Award for Co-operative Proficiency

The SFF has established ten awards for graduating students, one in each of the following Engineering teaching streams: Chemical (2), Civil (1), Computer (2), Electrical (1), Environmental (Civil) (1), Mechanical (2), Systems Design (1), Management Engineering (1), Mechatronics (1), Nanotechnology (1), and Software (1). In each teaching stream, the award is made for outstanding overall performance in both the work-term experience and the academic program of Co-operative Engineering education.

Sandford Fleming Foundation (SFF) Memorial Leadership Award

An award is granted to an intermediate-level undergraduate student in the Faculty of Engineering who has made outstanding contributions to the Faculty in the promotion of extracurricular activities including, but not limited to: intramural athletics, involvement with the Engineering Society and Sandford Fleming Foundation events, competitions, etc., and for the support of associations both on and off campus. Nominations may be submitted by student groups, faculty members, or other individuals and must be submitted to the Foundation before the last day of the student’s 3A term. Letters of Support from faculty members, students, and others familiar with the nominee's accomplishments are an important aspect of the selection process. Contact the Sandford Fleming Foundation for more details. The award consists of a certificate, and $1,000. This award program was established to recognize the late Professors Saip Alpay and Wm. C. Nichol, and the former Engineering students Sam Ceccerallo and Robert Elligsen.

FORREC Architecture Award

An award, valued at $2,000, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three or Four in the School of Architecture. Selection is made on the basis of academic achievement (minimum 80% cumulative average) and excellence in design of the final project in the Third/Fourth Year Design Studio acknowledging innovative conceptualization and graphic representation. In addition to their project, students must submit a digital 500-word document explaining why they feel their work is conceptual and innovative. An application is required by March 15. This fund is made possible by a donation from FORREC in support of the program and in recognition of the graduates of the program who have and continue to work at FORREC.

David M. Forget Memorial Award

Established in memory of David M. Forget, an award, valued at up to $1,200, will be made annually to a student enrolled in Year Two of Earth Sciences, Geological Engineering, or other Earth major program. Students who can demonstrate an interest in the geosciences combined with a love and respect for nature, a good ability and interest in writing, and a dedication to their studies are invited to write a short essay (four pages maximum) explaining their eligibility for this award and addressing the criteria as stated above. Application essays should be submitted to the Scholarship and Awards Chair, Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, by February 1.

Forging Industry Association Assistantships

An assistantship, valued at $600, will provide an opportunity for Mechanical Engineering undergraduates to participate in a research project related to the Forging Industry. Interested students entering 2A - 4B terms may apply directly to Professor John G. Lenard, Mechanical Engineering. To be eligible, a student must apply at the beginning of the term and show an interest in the Forging Industry.

Gage-Babcock 4th Year Fire Safety Award

An award, valued at $2,000, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the 4th year undergraduate Fire Safety Engineering course in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering. Selection is based on academic achievement (minimum 80% cumulative average) and demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in the area of fire safety engineering. Interested students should submit an application by February 1st. This fund is made possible by a donation from Gage-Babcock & Associates Ltd.

GHL Consultants 4th Year Fire Safety Award

An award, valued at $2,000, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in the fourth-year undergraduate Fire Safety Engineering course in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering. Selection is based on academic achievement (minimum 80% cumulative average) and demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in the area of fire safety engineering. Interested students should submit an application by February 1st. This fund is made possible by a donation from GHL Consultants Ltd.

Grand House Award

An award, valued at $3,000, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in any year at the School of Architecture in the Faculty of Engineering on the basis of interest and desire to live in a unique student residence. The Grand House is the only student residence in Cambridge that was designed and built by students for students. It presents a great opportunity for all students to interact and learn more from each other, put their ideas to use, and build enthusiasm for architecture. Interested students should contact the Undergraduate Student Services Coordinator at the School of Architecture for more information in order to apply by June 15. 

The Sir Casimir Stanislaus Gzowski Medal for Excellence in Communication

The Sir Casimir Stanislaus Gzowski Medal is awarded annually to a graduating student in the 4B term in Civil Engineering who has demonstrated excellence in communication ability through the submission of outstanding work reports during their undergraduate careers at the University of Waterloo and through the oral presentation of one of these reports in a competition during the last (4B) term of the academic program.

Rick Haldenby Rome Award

An award, valued at approximately $1,000, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student in the School of Architecture in the Faculty of Engineering who is participating in the Rome program in their fall 4A term. Candidates must be in good academic standing and have a demonstrated financial need as determined by UW. To be considered, students must complete the general UW International Experience Award application by July 15th.

Dr. F. Hecker Exchange Scholarship

The Dr. F. Hecker Exchange Scholarship is an annual award given by the Sandford Fleming Foundation to an outstanding undergraduate Engineering student at the University of Waterloo, who is participating in one of the Faculty's student exchange programs. It honours the contribution of Dr. Hecker of Technische Universtat Braunschweig, who distinguished himself by his dedication to the exchange program, and in the particular care he took of Waterloo participants. The value of the award is $1,000. Applications are due on September 15 each year.

Gerry Heckman Scholarship

This scholarship fund has been established to honour Gerry Heckman, a passionate advocate of enhancing Canada's global competitiveness through investment in human resources. Gerry was involved with the University of Waterloo as an active member of the Waterloo Advisory Council, including serving as its President in 1993-94. One or more annual scholarships, valued at up to $3,000 each, will be made to outstanding fourth-year undergraduate students in Electrical and Computer Engineering who have achieved academic excellence (minimum 80% overall average) and who have demonstrated their involvement in extracurricular or volunteer activities at Waterloo or within the community. Preference will be given to students who intend to pursue graduate studies and/or to students with a demonstrated interest in a career in telecommunications or computing in Canada. Candidates must be Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents. Interested students enrolled in 4A should apply by June 15.  

IESO Undergraduate Engineering Award

An award, valued at $4,000, is granted annually to a female undergraduate student enrolled in Year Two of Electrical, Computer or Nanotechnology Engineering.  Students will have demonstrated strong communication skills, leadership skills, involvement in extracurricular activities, and will have maintained a minimum B average (75%) in 1A and 1B.  The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada upon graduation.  The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) may also offer the award recipient consideration for a work-term position at its offices upon completion of Year Two.  An application plus a complete resume are required by July 15.

W.W. King Exchange Fellowships

Undergraduate Engineering students who participate in one of the active exchange programs between the University of Waterloo and overseas engineering schools are eligible for financial assistance through the W.W. King Exchange Fellowship. Recipients must be on the Dean's Honours list prior to the exchange and before receiving the fellowship. The maximum amount per student is $500. Applications are due on September 15 each year.

Ledcor Group Upper-Year Scholarship

One scholarship, valued at up to $2,000, will be awarded to an outstanding undergraduate student entering Year Three or Four of Civil or Environmental Engineering or Architectural Studies in the Faculty of Engineering.  Selection is based on academic achievement (minimum 80% overall average), interdisciplinary interest in Civil Engineering and Architecture, extracurricular involvement, and demonstration of leadership potential.  Ledcor Industries Inc. may also offer the scholarship recipient consideration for a work-term position at its offices.  Interested students should submit an application by October 15. Ledcor is a multi-faceted, full service construction company offering project and construction management, pre-construction, general construction and design-build services. The company is establishing this scholarship to celebrate its 60^th anniversary and to recognize the contribution of leading engineering and architecture schools in Canada towards Ledcor’s success.

Frank Lun Scholarship for Excellence

One scholarship, valued at $1,000, is presented annually to an outstanding fourth-year student enrolled in Computer Science or Software Engineering who has a minimum overall average of 80% and leadership abilities as demonstrated through involvement in extracurricular activities. Applications should be submitted during the 3B term by October 15.  

Magna International Capstone Design Award

Up to ten awards, valued at $5,000 each, are awarded annually to full-time undergraduate student teams enrolled in 4A in the Faculty of Engineering, on the basis of how their project best aligns with pre-determined engineering/business topic areas. Selected students will present their project idea to an interview panel during their 4A term, either during the first week of June for 4A students enrolled in the Spring term or the first week of October for 4A students enrolled in the Fall term. The student teams will present their design projects at the annual Design Symposium. This fund is made possible by a donation from Magna International Inc. to encourage Waterloo Engineering students to excel in their Capstone Design Project.

Karen Mark Scholarship

This $1,000 scholarship was established in 1989 by family and friends in memory of the late Karen Mark, a third-year Chemical Engineering student. The scholarship is awarded annually to a third-year Engineering undergraduate female student based on excellent academic achievement and demonstrated involvement and contributions to student life at Waterloo. No application is necessary.

Richard (Rick) Matzeg Memorial Scholarship

One scholarship, valued at approximately $800, is awarded annually to an undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three or Four of Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering who has achieved a minimum overall average of 80% and who has demonstrated his/her leadership potential through extracurricular involvement and/or volunteer activities.  Preference will be given to students who have an interest in materials engineering.  Interested students should submit an application by June 1.  This fund is made possible by memorial donations from family, friends and colleagues of Richard Matzeg (BASc. 1980, MASc. 1984) who demonstrated an abiding interest and concern for education and the engineering profession throughout his lifetime.

MMM Group Upper-Year Scholarship

One scholarship, valued at up to $4,000, will be awarded to an outstanding undergraduate student entering Year Three of Civil or Environmental Engineering.  The scholarship will be paid in installments of $1,000 in each of the 3A, 3B, 4A and 4B study terms.  Selection is based on achieving and maintaining a minimum overall average of 80% and demonstration of leadership potential and involvement in extracurricular activities.  MMM Group may also offer the scholarship recipient consideration for a work-term position at its offices.  Interested students should submit an application by October 15.  MMM Group Limited is one of Canada’s leading professional service firms, providing project management expertise for large-scale infrastructure projects as well as broad range of engineering, planning and geomatic services for projects of all sizes in Canada and internationally.  The scholarship has been established by University of Waterloo alumni and other associates at MMM Group in recognition of the contribution that alumni have made over the years towards the company’s success.

Ontario Association of Architects Second Year Award

An award, valued at $2,000, is given in recognition of outstanding overall academic achievement in the second year of Architecture. 

Ontario Association of Architects Third Year Award

An award, valued at $2,000, is given in recognition of outstanding overall academic achievement in the third year of Architecture.

Ontario Power Generation Engineering Award

Ontario Power Generation provides one award valued at $2,400 to undergraduate students entering Year Two of Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, or Software Engineering. In support of employment equity, eligible candidates will be women, aboriginal (native) Canadians, persons with disabilities, or visible minorities. Students will have demonstrated strong communication skills, leadership skills, involvement in extracurricular activities, and will have maintained a minimum B average in 1A and 1B. The successful candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada upon graduation. An application plus a complete resume is required by July 15.

Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation Medal for Academic Achievement

The Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation for Education offers this award to the student in the fourth year of an accredited Engineering program who, having received honours, has obtained the highest standing in the final examinations of the current academic year.

Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation Undergraduate Scholarships

The Ontario Professional Engineers Foundation for Education offers eight annual scholarships of $1,250 each to undergraduate students enrolled in programs within the Faculty of Engineering including Software Engineering. The scholarships will recognize two outstanding students entering each of the 2A, 3A, 4A and 4B study terms.  Selection will be based on a combination of high academic achievement (minimum 80% overall average), and demonstrated leadership in professional affairs and extra curricular activities.  Applications should be submitted during the 1B, 2B, 3B, and 4B terms. 

Parsons Corporation Scholarship in memory of Charles E. DeLeuw

A scholarship, valued at $1,000, is presented annually to an outstanding fourth-year student enrolled in Civil Engineering who has demonstrated interest in structural, transportation, or water resource engineering through elective courses and work term experiences. Preference will be given to students who have been involved in extracurricular or volunteer activities on campus or within the community. Interested students should submit an application by June 1.

Professional Development Prize in Project Management

Three book prizes are awarded each term to the students who have achieved the highest overall course grade in the PD 5: Project Management course and who have also successfully completed the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Mock Exam.

Professor T. Prasad Award

The Professor T. Prasad Award, valued at up to $500, is presented annually to an outstanding Faculty of Engineering undergraduate who has exemplified a new direction in her/his academic efforts by demonstrating an increase in term average from 2B to 3A.

Roberto Rocca/Tenaris Scholarship

Three scholarships, valued at $4,000 each, are awarded annually to undergraduate students enrolled in Year Two, Three, or Four of any undergraduate program in the Faculty of Engineering (excluding Architecture and Software Engineering) who have achieved a minimum overall average of 80% and who have demonstrated their leadership potential through extracurricular involvement and/or volunteer activities.  Preference will be given to female students and to candidates from Northern Ontario or Alberta.  Interested students should submit an application by June 1.  Sponsored by Tenaris, this scholarship honours Roberto Rocca, the late Chairman of Techint, who demonstrated an abiding concern for education throughout his lifetime.  Tenaris is the leading supplier of tubes and related services for the world’s energy industry, as well as for other industrial applications.

Bernie Roehl Award

This award has been established by Max and Ann Roehl in honour of their son, Bernie Roehl, (BSC 83), a proud graduate and current Waterloo staff member. One award, valued at up to $1,000, will be made to an undergraduate students entering second-, third-, or fourth-year Electrical & Computer Engineering or Software Engineering who has an above average academic standing and who can demonstrate an involvement with university extracurricular activities such as amateur theatre, student government (e.g., Federation of Students), or the student radio station. Interested students should apply no later than October 31.

Rome Prize

An award, valued at up to $500, is given for the best overall achievement in design in the first three years of the BAS Architecutre program. The award is tenable only in the 4A Rome program of the following term.

Marj Schaefer Award

An award, valued at up to $300, is given to an Architecture student in good academic standing who has made a notable contribution to the school community.

Adel Sedra Entrepreneurship Award for Capstone Design

An award, valued at approximately $3,300, is presented annually to a student team enrolled in the Faculty of Engineering’s Fourth-Year Capstone Design Project that has submitted an outstanding design project and an accompanying business plan using the template provided by the Conrad Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology Centre (Conrad). Students interested in participating in this award competition should submit a one-page Notice of Intent by October 15 to the Director of Conrad. Details regarding the application process, business plan and template are available from Conrad. This fund is made possible by donations from the Dean’s Development Council in honour of Adel Sedra’s contributions to the Faculty of Engineering during his tenure as Dean and includes gifts from: Savvas Chamberlain, Art Church, Rod Coutts, Paul Spafford, Gerry Sullivan, Bill Tatham, University of Waterloo matching funds.

Shell Design Symposium Awards

Awards are presented annually to student teams enrolled in the Faculty of Engineering's Fourth-Year Capstone Design Project in the Departments of Chemical and Mechanical & Mechatronics Engineering. The first-place winning team in each department will receive $3,000 and the second- and third-place winning teams in each department will receive $500. Students who wish to participate in the award competition should complete an application which will be provided to them by their departmental Capstone Coordinator. Deadlines and Capstone Coordinator information can be found at https://uwaterloo.ca/engineering/entrepreneurship/capstone-design/shell-canada-design-symposium-awards. Up to five finalists will be selected in each department during the 4B term. Final selection and announcement of the winning teams will occur at the department Design Symposiums held during the winter term. This fund is made possible by Shell Canada.

Side Effects Scholarships in Computer Science and Software Engineering

A scholarship, valued at up to $2,000, is awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three in the School of Computer Science or Software Engineering on the basis of academic excellence (minimum 80%) and demonstrated leadership. Interested students should submit an application by October 15. This fund is made possible by a donation from Side Effects Software Inc.

Smale Fellowship

An award, valued at up to $600, is given to a fourth-year Architecture student with high academic and design achievement, who shows leadership ability and the potential to play a notable role in the profession.

Systems Design Engineering Memorial Fund

These awards honour deceased students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends of the Department of Systems Design Engineering. Awards are made, as funds permit, to undergraduate or graduate students in the Department of Systems Design Engineering on the basis of academic achievement. Donations have been received in memory of Professor Muthu Chandrashekar.

Systems Design Engineering Perseverance Award

An award, valued at $1,000, is provided annually to a full-time undergraduate student who has successfully completed Year Two of Systems Design Engineering, after encountering academic difficulties during the 2A term. Selection will be based on the degree of perseverance and academic success in 2B in the face of significant academic challenges, which may include having failed a previous academic term, failing multiple courses, a “may-not-proceed” status, failure to find work term employment, or other personal challenges. This fund is made possible by a donation from Robert Adriaanse and Monika Torok, graduates of the Systems Design Engineering program at Waterloo to recognize hard work and perseverance.

TAC Foundation - Peto MacCallum Ltd. Award

One scholarship, valued at $5,000, is awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Four in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, with studies in the areas of either construction or materials engineering and management. Candidates must have a minimum overall average of 75% and must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident. Interested students are to apply by June 1. This fund is made possible by a donation from Peto MacCallum Ltd. to encourage students to study and work in the transportation industry.

Total E&P Canada Higher Education Scholarship

Four scholarships, valued at $2,500 each, are awarded annually to undergraduate students enrolled in Year Three or Four of Chemical, Civil, Environmental, Geological, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering who have achieved a minimum overall average of 80% and who have demonstrated their interest in petroleum or related industries. Interested students should submit an application by May 31. This fund is made possible by a donation from Total E&P Canada Ltd. in an effort to support students who are considering the pursuit of a career in the petroleum industry.

Union Gas Scholarship

Two scholarships, valued at $1,000 each, are awarded annually to outstanding students enrolled in fourth year of Civil, Chemical, Environmental, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering who have excelled in CIVE 265, CIVE 280, ME 230, ME 251 or CHE 241. This fund is made possible by a donation from Union Gas.

H.W. Vahlenkamp. Dipl. – Ing., P.E. Memorial Engineering Scholarship

One scholarship, valued at $2,000, is awarded annually to a full-time undergraduate student enrolled in Year Three in the Faculty of Engineering on the basis of academic achievement (minimum 80%) and extracurricular and volunteer involvement. Preference will be given to female students who are first-generation Canadians. Heinz W. Vahlenkamp, Dipl.-Ing., P.Eng. (1919-2009) graduated from the Technical University in Karlsruhe, Germany in 1949 with his degree in Civil Engineering. During his career, he worked on various dam and bridge projects locally and around the world. This annual award is to be presented in remembrance of a man who believed in integrity, hard work, and in the ethics of the Engineering field. This fund is made possible through the generosity of his wife, Ruth Vahlenkamp, and his daughter Sabine Schleese in grateful memory and love for an exceptional husband, father and engineer. Interested students should apply during their 3A term, before July 15.

Waterloo North Hydro Electrical Engineering Scholarship

Two scholarships, valued at $2,500 each, are awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students enrolled in Year Three or Four of Electrical Engineering in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering on the basis of academic excellence (minimum 80%), extracurricular involvement and participation in volunteer activities to make a positive contribution to the society. Interested students should submit an application by July 15. This fund is made possible by a donation from Waterloo North Hydro Inc. to encourage students to pursue studies in Electrical Engineering. 

Jack Wiseman Award

One award, valued at up to $1,000, is presented annually to an outstanding third- or fourth-year undergraduate student or a graduate student in Civil Engineering who demonstrates a commitment to Construction or Project Management through course work, project work or work term job experience. The recipient cannot receive this award more than once. Students should apply by October 15 each year.

Wish Scholarship

Ten scholarships, valued at $2,000 each, will be awarded annually to outstanding full-time undergraduate students enrolled in programs in the Faculties of Engineering and Mathematics. One scholarship will be awarded to a top student enrolled in Computer Science, Combinatorics and Optimization or Pure Mathematics and one scholarship will be awarded to a top student enrolled in Computer Engineering or Software Engineering on the basis of academic performance for each of the 1B, 2A, 2B, 3A and 3B terms. An application is not required. This fund is made possible by a donation from ContextLogic, a company created by two University of Waterloo Math grads, Peter Szulczewski (BMath ’05) and Danny Zhang (MMath ’05, BMath ’03).