Prince Edward Island

Island Advantage – George Coles Bursary

Easy application

Tax filing not required

This benefit leads to others

Getting this benefit makes you able to get other related benefits, including

    If you are a PEI student entering your first year at UPEI, Holland College, or Collège de l'Île, you may be eligible for the George Coles Bursary. You do not need to apply for this bursary.

    You must make sure your name is included on the list. If you have not gotten the bursary and feel you are eligible, you may submit an appeal form to the Registrar’s Office at your educational institution before August 31 of your eligible year. The appeal form must be signed by your educational institution.

    Please note: The George Coles Bursary will not be awarded retroactively. Student Financial Services makes all decisions regarding the payout of the George Coles Bursary.

    To receive the George Coles Bursary, you must meet ALL of the following criteria:

    • Are a PEI resident
    • Are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person (refugee status)
    • Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)
    • Are studying full-time for a minimum of 24 consecutive weeks, beginning in the fall term.
    • Are completing your first degree, diploma, or certificate
    • Attend UPEI, Holland College, or Collège de l'Île

    If you are enrolled in an articulated program or a non-traditional program stream, contact Student Financial Services for specific eligibility criteria related to your program of study.

    You do not have to apply for this award. The award will be credited directly to your school account in January (UPEI and Maritime Christian College) or February (Holland College and Collège de l'Île) and fully released after you have been enrolled for 24 continuous weeks, usually by the end of February.

    Contact

    For more information contact:

    Mailing Address

    PO Box 2000
    Charlottetown, PE
    C1A 7N8

    Office location

    176 Great George St, Suite 212
    Charlottetown, PE

    Telephone: (902) 368-4604
    Email: [email protected]

    Last reviewed: August 18, 2026