For students registered in Kinesiology, a wide selection of awards for academic excellence are available. We also have a generous awards program available to all students with high academic standing. Please consult the In-Course Award section of the McMaster Undergraduate Calendar for further information or use AwardSpring on Mosaic. With AwardSpring, you can complete one common app that matches you with all the aid & award opportunities you’re eligible for. It also tracks the completion of any additional requirements on a user-friendly dashboard.
Below is a list of the In-Course Awards available to Kinesiology students via application through AwardSpring:
Apply by: April 29 Award: $4,500.00
Overview
Established in 1998 by William F. Campbell of Ottawa, Ontario in memory of his wife Betty Taylor Campbell, a 1937 McMaster graduate, an Olympic medallist in 1936 and 1990 inductee into the Athletics Hall of Fame.
Requirements: To be awarded to a student who has completed Level 1 in a program in Kinesiology and who, in the judgment of the Department of Kinesiology, demonstrates academic excellence and outstanding athletic ability. The award is renewable for up to three years provided the recipient maintains a Grade Point Average of 8.0.
The recipient of this award is eligible to receive the corresponding donor bursary if financial need is demonstrated.
Qualifications
Apply by: April 29 Award: $100.00
Established in 1982.
Requirements: Two prizes to be awarded to graduating students who, in the judgment of the Department of Kinesiology, have submitted an outstanding paper or project.
Apply by: April 29 Award: $500.00
Established in 2001 in loving memory of Kinesiology student Nancy Car. Requirements: To be awarded to a student entering Level 4 of Kinesiology who, in the judgment of the Faculty of Science, has attained notable academic standing and demonstrated leadership at McMaster University or in the community.
Apply by: April 29 Award: $1,200.00
Established in 1985 by the alumni, faculty and staff of the School of Physical Education and Athletics as a tribute to Professor Rose Hill, long-time teacher, coach and administrator in the School.
Requirements: Two scholarships to be awarded to students who have completed at least Level 2 in a Kinesiology program and who, in the judgment of the Department of Kinesiology, best demonstrate the philosophy of physical education espoused by Professor Hill throughout her career, namely, excellence in scholarship and leadership and participation in sport, dance or fitness.
Additional NSERC rules:
Note: If selected for a NSERC USRA, the department will contact you to complete NSERC Form 202 — Part I (student) and your supervisor will complete Part II in the NSERC online system. Do not complete Form 202 unless notified.
Students registered in the Kinesiology Program are also eligible for a number of program-based awards. If you have any questions about the awards and the terms of reference listed below, please email kinug@mcmaster.ca.
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