The Access Award
- Grade Range
- Other
- Value
- Up to $10,000 per year in aid and award funding towards tuition, compulsory fees, books, equipment and living costs and 1 guaranteed McMaster University work experience. Tenable for up to 4 years.
- Deadline
- February 19, 2026
- Application Required
- Yes
- Renewable
- Yes
- Applies to Indigenous applicants?
- Yes
- Applies to Equity-seeking applicants?
- Yes
Up to $10,000 per year in aid and award funding towards tuition, compulsory fees, books, equipment and living costs and 1 guaranteed McMaster University work experience. Tenable for up to 4 years. Eligibility for award:
- Students from equity-deserving groups in the Golden Horseshoe area
- Demonstrate financial need
Criteria: An AwardSpring application, which includes:
- Short essay questions detailing the barriers to accessing postsecondary education you are facing and your desire to attend McMaster
- A reference letter
Additional Information
Established in 2019, the Access Award creates a pathway for academically qualified students from equity deserving groups in the Golden Horseshoe area to access post-secondary education. In addition to financial assistance, students will have access to support and mentorship opportunities that will help position them for success.
