1. a college or university official who manages financial affairs and student accounts
2. a student who receives a scholarship or financial aid
Usage: British

Examples

• The bursar’s office handles tuition payments and student billing.
• Students must visit the bursar to resolve any outstanding fees.
• The college bursar announced new payment plan options.
• She worked as a bursar at the university for fifteen years.
• As a bursar, he received free tuition and a small stipend.
• The bursar program helped low-income students attend the school.