Humanities Awards and Scholarships
Humanities Awards and Scholarships
The Faculty of Humanities offers numerous awards and scholarships that recognize academic achievements, undergraduate research, community leadership, and other contributions. Many of these have been made available through the generosity of donors who wish to assist students in achieving academic success. The faculty works in conjunction with the Aid & Awards office to adjudicate many of our faculty awards.
In-Course (Returning Student) Awards
Automatically applied or available by application, in-course awards recognize the achievements of our current undergraduate students.
Graduand Awards
Available to full-time and part-time students graduating from their first undergraduate degree program.
Travel Scholarships
Take the leap and study abroad with these specialized travel scholarships.
Undergraduate Student Research Awards
Create your own research-based employment and spend the summer developing your research skills valued by academics and employers.
There are numerous other university scholarships for undergraduate students administered solely by Aids and Awards on behalf of McMaster University. Please visit Scholarships and Bursaries website for further details and a full listing of awards and scholarships.
Essay Prize Competitions
Your outstanding essay might just earn you a monetary prize through the Humanities Essay Prize competition available in both English and French languages. Submitted a project in a non-traditional form such as a vlog, Instagram story, or YouTube video? Those are also eligible! Find out how to apply today!
