POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION
Background
The Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte Post-Secondary Education program is comprised of two counselors who strive to assist post-secondary students attain their educational goals through established policies and procedures.
Overview
Important Messages
Post-Secondary Education has a new online application. Please find the application at the link below:
https://mbq-tmt.dadavan.com/student/pseapplication.jsp
The application deadline for new students is 4:30 p.m. on June 1st.
If you have any questions or need support, please contact the Post-Secondary Education Department.
The Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) is a federally-funded program that provides financial assistance to status First Nations and Inuit students who are enrolled in eligible post-secondary programs. These include: community college, certificate programs, undergraduate programs and advanced or professional degree programs.
The Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte Post-Secondary Education program is comprised of two counselors who strive to assist post-secondary students attain their educational goals through established policies and procedures.
Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP)
The PSSSP program may provide funding for tuition support, living allowance and a book allowance:
- Tuition support for part-time and full-time students is provided for enrollment in a public institution.
- Living allowance is intended for full-time students to help cover the cost of food, shelter and public transportation.
- Book allowance is provided to help offset the costs of books and supplies.
All eligible applicants must contact the MBQ Post-Secondary Education Program to complete an application by June 1st.
Eligibility
To be eligible to access PSSSP an applicant must be a status member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, and possess a Secondary School Diploma.
Applying for Post-Secondary Studies
- Apply to Ontario Colleges
www.ontariocolleges.ca
- Apply to Ontario Universities
www.ouac.on.ca
Additional Support Services
There are many additional financial support programs, grants, and scholarships available for students requiring financial support. Remember, it is always important to also check the institution you are enrolled with for school-specific scholarships and bursaries. The following are samples of some of the available support services:
Canada Post – Aboriginal Education Incentive Award
Ontario Power Generation – Scholarships
Royal Bank ~ Aboriginal Student Awards Program
Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians – Scholarship
Aboriginal Bursaries Search Tool
Newalta Aboriginal Environmental Scholarship
SmartScholar – Find the perfect scholarship