We are committed to fostering, strengthening and enriching new and existing initiatives that will allow our current Indigenous students, as well as future Indigenous students, to reach their full potential. We are hard at work implementing every recommendation and call to action that our Truth and Reconciliation Commission Steering recently issued. Learn how we support your academic goals and personal growth.
Invite us to your school or organization
Are you an educator, guidance counsellor or community organization and would like to book a virtual or in-person presentation for your students? Let's make it happen! Invite our team to attend your event or work with us to plan a student recruitment visit on one of our three campuses.
Future Indigenous Undergraduate Students Community
Browse this site for an overview of resources, services, clubs, and events that our tri-campus communities of Indigenous staff, faculty, and students have hosted and nurtured over the years. And to learn more about the University’s commitment to truth and reconciliation, don’t forget to check out our Indigenous Gateway.
Programs & resources
Indigenous Student Services
We provide culturally relevant services to Indigenous students to support academic success, personal growth and leadership development. We offer learning opportunities for all students to engage with Indigenous communities on campus and beyond.
UTM Indigenous Centre
The Indigenous Centre at U of T Mississauga works to support Indigenous students, staff and faculty, as well as inspire and welcome future Indigenous students. The Indigenous Centre works to promote equity for Indigenous people among students, staff, faculty and throughout the campus.
UTSC Indigenous Outreach Program
The Indigenous Outreach Program at U of T Scarborough is an opportunity for students, staff, and faculty to connect with Indigenous communities on traditional teaching land.
Centre for Indigenous Studies
Indigenous Studies at the University of Toronto is an interdisciplinary undergraduate program within the Faculty of Arts & Science. The program is dedicated to understanding and supporting the priorities and aspirations of Indigenous peoples in Canada and throughout the world.
Knowledge Keepers & faculty
Elders embody a living memory of the past, a perspective on the present, and a guiding vision toward the future. They are a vital presence at the University of Toronto and we encourage students to engage and grow in connection with them. Indigenous staff and faculty provide valuable teachings to students and the wider community.
Indigenous clubs & student initiatives
With over 1,000 student-run clubs, U of T has a vibrant extracurricular scene. Here are just a few examples of Indigenous student groups and programs where you can connect with community on campus.
Meet our community
First Nations House Tipi Assembly
Tipi on UTM campus
The Indigenous Garden at U of T Scarborough
UTSC Indigenous Engagement Program
First Nations House
Future Indigenous Undergraduate Students Applying
We are committed to dismantling barriers that hold anyone back from their full potential. On all of our campuses, we strive to welcome students who reflect Canada's mosaic and can enrich our community with a breadth of viewpoints and lived experiences.
Future Indigenous Undergraduate Students Finances
University is a big investment. That's why we offer a range of financial supports, including dedicated scholarships and awards for Indigenous students, to help you access and succeed in your education.
Indigenous Tuition Initiative
Our Indigenous Tuition Initiative supports and strengthens relationships with Indigenous communities in Ontario, across Canada and in the United States. The initiative provides tuition support for students from nine First Nations communities in Ontario, Indigenous students from across Canada, and Native American/Alaska Native students from federally recognized tribes in the continental U.S.
Scholarships & awards
The University of Toronto offers thousands of student awards each year, based on a wide range of eligibility criteria. Some of these awards are dedicated to students who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit or Métis). For example, the President's Award for the Outstanding Indigenous Student of the Year recognizes students of Indigenous ancestry (Status, Non-Status, Inuit and Métis students). This is just one of many award opportunities available across U of T’s three campuses.
Some awards are available at the time of admission for students who self-identify as Indigenous in the Awards Profile:
Financial aid
Financial aid is designed to help make your education more affordable. You may be eligible for government financial aid like OSAP, and if that doesn't cover all your costs, our own programs, like UTAPS, can help fill the gap. We're committed to ensuring that financial need won't prevent you from completing your degree.
Band funding
The University of Toronto accepts Band funding. Contact your Band’s Education Office or Coordination team to inquire about available funding to support your postsecondary ambitions.
Contact us
Our advisors are here to help with program choices, admission requirements and navigating the application process.
