Graduate Students
Laurier warmly welcomes and offers dedicated support to Indigenous students pursuing graduate studies. The Indigenous graduate student community can access all our Indigenous student services, and more.
Indigenous Graduate Student Monthly Gathering
These gatherings are hosted by the Graduate Peer Mentors and provide a peer-to-peer space for Indigenous graduate students to receive support during their academic journey, from transition to program completion. The gatherings serve as opportunities to share knowledge and offer mutual support. There are three cohorts of students that participate in these meetings:
Your Go-To For Golden Guidance
As a self-identified Indigenous student, there is an Indigenous Student Support Coordinator (ISSC) dedicated to your academic success and personal development.
ISSCs offer culturally-relevant, responsive and wholistic support services and programs. Contact your campus-specific ISSC to schedule a one-on-one meeting and learn more about the ways we are here for you.
Financial Aid for Indigenous Graduate Students
Laurier is deeply committed to providing financial assistance to Indigenous graduate students to help them achieve their academic goals. Students are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the various types of financial aid available, including:
- Funding at a Glance: An overview of available funding opportunities.
- Tuition Payment Plan Program: Information on tuition payment options.
- Graduate Funding and Awards: Details on funding and awards specifically for graduate students.
- Indigenous Scholarships and Bursaries: Scholarships and bursaries dedicated to Indigenous students.
- OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program): Information on government financial assistance programs.
- Third-Party Invoicing: Details on invoicing through third-party organizations to assist with financial support.
Laurier is dedicated to ensuring that Indigenous graduate students have the necessary resources and support to thrive academically and achieve their goals.