Harvey E. Longboat Graduate Scholarship at McMaster University 2026

The Harvey E. Longboat Graduate Scholarship for First Nation, Inuit, and Métis Students was established in 2009 in honour of Harvey E. Longboat, and in recognition of his extraordinary contributions to McMaster University, the Six Nations of the Grand River and broader communities.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMarch 3, 2026
• Value$30,000
• Study LevelMasters , PhD
• SponsorMcMaster University
• City to studyHamilton
• School to studyMcMaster University
• Eligible CountryCanada

Benefits

Several students may receive this award simultaneously. A total value of $30,000 in scholarship is available for the Harvey E. Longboat Award, to be dispersed according to the following division:

• $15,000 awarded to one individual recipient; and
• $15,000 awarded to either one individual OR divided and awarded to several recipients (typically 2-5 awards, at the discretion of the selection committee).

Requirements

The Harvey E. Longboat Graduate Scholarship is open to

• incoming or returning graduate students (Master’s or PhD) of First Nation, Inuit, or Métis descent.
• applicants who will be attending McMaster University in the September 2025 to August 2026 academic year. Students must intend to be enrolled for a minimum of two terms.

Note: The Harvey Longboat Award is not exclusive to students from the Six Nations of the Grand River Communities; the application is open to any current graduate student (or applicant to a graduate program at McMaster University) who identifies as First Nation, Inuit, or Métis.

Selection Process

Applicants are encouraged to consider how their experiences and interests reflect the award selection criteria:

• exceptional promise in community leadership
• mentorship to other Indigenous students
• mentorship within First Nation, Inuit, or Métis communities
• leadership to advance Indigenous education, either inside or outside of a university setting
• high academic achievement

Check also:
Free Ongoing Fully Funded Scholarships Guide 2026 (Download Now)

Application Deadline

How To Apply

To apply, visit McMaster University Scholarship webpage