Self Identification

Aboriginal applicants at McMaster University:

What: A voluntary self-identification for Aboriginal applicants and students at McMaster.

Who: All Aboriginal peoples are eligible to identify, including First Nations (status and non-status peoples), Metis and Inuit.

Why: By identifying as an Aboriginal applicant you will have additional services and information that will be made available to you, including:

  • Aboriginal Recruitment and Retention Officer to provide support for Aboriginal applicants throughout the application and transition process
  • Information about Aboriginal specific bursary and scholarship opportunities
  • Information about arranging band funded tuition arrangements
  • Linkage with the Aboriginal community on campus and locally within Hamilton, Six Nations and New Credit

How: When you apply to McMaster on the OUAC website be sure to identify as an Aboriginal applicant.

For more information: Please contact the Aboriginal Recruitment and Retention Officer to learn more.
Email: arro@mcmaster.ca
Phone: 905.525.9140 X:24325

Click here for a comprehensive list of Aboriginal student services offered at McMaster University.