Indigenous Initiatives
Emergency Fund for Indigenous Students
Fund Purpose:
To provide financial support for Indigenous students in the Nurse Practitioner program and for undergraduate Indigenous students in the College of Nursing who are facing financial hardship. Funds may be used for travel costs and living expenses, NCLEX fees, textbook expenses, or other emergent needs.
Guidelines:
- Open to full or part-time Indigenous students in the Nurse Practitioner Program at the University of Saskatchewan.
- Open to undergraduate students in the College of Nursing at the University of Saskatchewan.
- Preference will be given to those who are Saskatchewan residents or employed in Indigenous communities in Saskatchewan.
- Monies from this program will be paid to eligible students in the form of a non-repayable grant.
Awards Available: Students are eligible for one award each academic year (SEP-AUG). The College reserves the right to vary the award amounts based on special circumstances, the number of requests and funds available.
How to Apply: Email the completed Emergency Fund Application Form to nursing.awards@usask.ca.