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An annual $750 award offered to first-year students who are Alberta residents. The scholarship recognizes students who display superior academic achievement and demonstrate financial need. Eligible recipients must reside in a hometown that is at least 100 kilometres from Concordia University of Edmonton. Selection is based on the academic standing of 30-level subjects used for admission. Recipients may not be receiving other awards totalling more than $3,500. The scholarship is awarded in September of each year and does not require an application. This entrance scholarship is funded by Alberta Blue Cross and is designed to support students who are leaving their home communities to pursue higher education at Concordia University of Edmonton.

The Alberta Athletic Award recognizes and rewards athletic excellence at universities, colleges, and technical institutions in Alberta. Recipients must participate on a sport team designated by the Alberta College Athletic Conference (ACAC) and demonstrate strong academic performance while maintaining their athletic commitments. The award provides $1,800 to student-athletes who meet eligibility requirements including Canadian citizenship or permanent residency, Alberta residency, enrollment in at least 60% of a full-course load in their second or subsequent term of undergraduate or professional studies, and a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. When more students are eligible than available funding allows, Concordia University of Edmonton's Athletic Department determines recipients while maintaining an equal selection of male and female athletes where possible.

The Zonta Club of Charlottetown 40th Anniversary Single Mother Bursary is awarded to a single mother attending the University of Prince Edward Island on a full-time basis. The award is based on financial need and is designed to support female students pursuing higher education. The student must be single, separated, divorced, or widowed, and must have one or more children living at home. Zonta International is a worldwide service organization of executives in business and the professions working together to advance the legal, political, economic, health, and professional status of women. The Zonta Club of Charlottetown has a mission to encourage female students to achieve higher education and pursue leadership positions. As a millennium project, the club published a book celebrating Prince Edward Island women of the 20th century. Over the years, the Zonta Club of Charlottetown has contributed to a variety of local service initiatives including establishing student awards at UPEI to support women's educational advancement.

The Zoetis Award for Excellence in Food Animal Medicine is a recognition award for veterinary medicine students at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island. This award is specifically designed to honor graduating students who demonstrate outstanding proficiency and excellence in the field of food animal medicine, which encompasses the care and treatment of beef cattle, dairy cattle, and swine. The award recognizes students who have shown exceptional clinical skills, knowledge, and dedication to food animal health during their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program. It serves to acknowledge academic and clinical excellence in this important area of veterinary practice, which is critical to agricultural health and food production systems.

The Vetoquinol Award in Pain Management (House Officers Award) is a merit-based award offered by the University of Prince Edward Island's Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC). This award recognizes excellence in the field of veterinary medicine, specifically targeting interns and residents at AVC who demonstrate significant interest and proficiency in pain management. With a maximum value of $1,000, this award supports the professional development of veterinary professionals who are committed to advancing pain management practices in animal care. The award is designed to encourage and reward those pursuing advanced training in veterinary medicine while demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication to improving animal welfare through effective pain management techniques.

The Veterinary Teaching Hospital Staff Award is presented to a graduating student in Veterinary Medicine at the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) who demonstrates exemplary interpersonal, communication, and technical skills during their final year of study. This award recognizes excellence in clinical practice and professional conduct among graduating veterinary students. It is specifically designed to honor students who have shown outstanding abilities in working with staff, communicating effectively with clients and colleagues, and demonstrating superior technical proficiency in veterinary medical procedures during their clinical rotations and final year training.

The UPEI Women's Group Bursaries are awarded annually to two students at the University of Prince Edward Island. One bursary is designated for a mature, female student experiencing financial need, while the second is available to a student in any faculty who is experiencing severe financial need. The UPEI Women's group formed in 1971 as a social and support group for the then new University of Prince Edward Island. The group identified the need for greater public promotion of the University and a need to augment existing scholarship funds, leading to a series of campus tours for various Island Women's organizations and the highly successful annual scholarship fund fairs. By the end of 1984, their 'Dollars for Scholars' initiative had raised close to $40,000 for UPEI Women's Group scholarships and bursaries, demonstrating a longstanding commitment to supporting students in financial need.

The UPEI Merit Awards are bursaries awarded to students at the University of Prince Edward Island based on financial need. These awards provide financial assistance of up to $500 to eligible students who demonstrate financial need. The awards are part of UPEI's broader scholarship and bursary program designed to support students in their educational pursuits. Applications are accepted during the second semester award cycle with a deadline of February 1st each year.

The UPEI Canadian Parents for French PEI Scholarships are awarded to students who place first in their division of the Provincial Concours Awards, as confirmed by Canadian Parents for French (CPF) PEI. This scholarship recognizes outstanding achievement in French language studies at the provincial level. The funding is specifically designated for the academic year following the student's high school graduation date, supporting their transition to post-secondary education at the University of Prince Edward Island.

The UPEI Biology Society Award is an annual award offered to a graduating Biology student at the University of Prince Edward Island who has demonstrated exceptional passion and commitment to the UPEI Biology Program. The award recognizes students who have shown outstanding dedication to their studies and the field of biology throughout their academic career. To be considered for this award, students must demonstrate financial need and provide proof of acceptance into a post-graduate program or professional program in the Biology field. The selection is made by a designated committee that evaluates candidates based on their academic performance, commitment to the program, and future educational plans in biology-related fields.

The UPEI Administration & Finance Award in Business Administration is awarded to a returning Business student who does well academically and demonstrates leadership ability. The recipient must have completed at least one work placement with high work-term journal evaluation and be actively pursuing the co-op designation. This award is part of UPEI's commitment to supporting outstanding students in the McDougall Faculty of Business who excel both in their academic performance and practical work experience through cooperative education programs.

The Tim Banks Entrepreneurial Spirit Award is established at the University of Prince Edward Island by the staff of APM in honour of their CEO, Tim Banks. This scholarship recognizes a student who has completed Business 371, has an expressed interest in an entrepreneurial career, and who maintained an academic average of 75% or greater in the previous academic year. Preference will be given to a student who has also completed Business 265. Tim Banks is the only individual from Prince Edward Island identified as one of the Top 50 Chief Executive Officers in 2008 by Atlantic Business Magazine and a five-time recipient of this honor. He is well known as an exceptional business leader, a supporter of his community, and a respected CEO. Known as a 'maverick', Tim consistently pushes boundaries and works tirelessly for business success. APM is one of the largest construction and design-build companies in the Atlantic region, with offices across Canada including Charlottetown, Halifax, Toronto and Calgary.