Scholarships & Financial Aid
Wilson College students have many opportunities to obtain scholarships and awards while at McMaster University. For incoming level one students, there are two automatic entrance awards available.
Wilson College of Leadership & Civic Engagement Entrance Scholarship
The Wilson College Entrance Award was made possible by Chancellor Emeritus Lynton “Red” Wilson to support the development of Canada’s next generation of civic and community leaders. This award is automatic and does not require an application.
- Value: $1500
- Eligibility: International and domestic students admitted on the basis of high school admission requirements and entering Level 1 of Leadership and Civic Studies I.
McMaster University Award of Excellence
This award is automatic and does not require an application.
- Value: $3000
- Eligibility: Students admitted full-time on the basis of high school admission requirements and entering Level 1 of Leadership and Civic Studies I with an admission average of 95% or higher.
There are additional entrance awards available to students through application. These, along with awards for upper-year students, can be found through McMaster’s Funds Finder.
Access Program
McMaster’s Access Program connects equity-deserving students and those from historically under-represented backgrounds with information and supports to set them up for success in university. To learn more, please visit McMaster University’s Student Success Centre.
For more information about scholarships, bursaries, work programs, OSAP, government aid, and other financial aid programs, please visit McMaster University’s Office of the Registrar below.