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University and College Entrance Preparation Program (UCEPP)

Intake status unconfirmed

Funding for First Nations students in a university or college entrance preparation (upgrading) program, through your First Nation.

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Program at a glance

Application status
Intake status unconfirmed
Funding amount
Entrance preparation costs for one school year
Listed deadline
Set by your First Nation's education office
Who can apply
Students. Only for First Nations or Inuit applicants.
Where
Anywhere in Canada
Good for
Education and training
Pays for
Paying for school
Study level
Upgrading or entrance preparation

Who it's intended for

Details
Status First Nations students in an accepted university or college entrance preparation program. Delivered by your First Nation's education office. Funding is limited.

Source checked against the funder's website on October 21, 2026. Always confirm current details with the funder.

Still to confirm

A profile match does not check every requirement. Confirm these points on the funder's page before applying.

  • Whether the current intake is accepting applications, and its exact cutoff time and timezone.
  • Status First Nations students in an accepted university or college entrance preparation program. Delivered by your First Nation's education office. Funding is limited.
  • Any registration, membership or previous-funding restrictions.
  • Which costs are covered and what supporting documents are needed.

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