H. Neyndorff Award for Nursing

Herma Neyndorff

For nursing funding available to Indigenous students attending post-secondary institutions across Canada.

Published by G Paul · last checked August 31, 2026

Next deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Level

Certificate, Undergraduate

Open to

Across Canada (preference for students from British Columbia)

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What you will need

Indigenous affiliation
Enrollment in a two-year or four-year nursing program
Financial need
Community involvement and contribution

About this award

No fixed dollar amount is posted — contact Herma Neyndorff to confirm the value for your specific award before you apply. As a scholarship, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an Indigenous student pursuing a career in healthcare through a nursing program. Deadlines come around three times a year on August 1, November 1 and February 1, so aim for whichever one is next. When you apply, ask how and when you'll hear back — whether it is by email, phone, or through the application portal. Selection criteria aren't published — ask Herma Neyndorff how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask Herma Neyndorff during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Herma Neyndorff whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be an Indigenous student attending a post-secondary institution anywhere in Canada. You must be enrolled in a nursing program, and this includes both two-year and four-year programs. While anyone meeting these criteria can apply, preference will be given to students from British Columbia. The main factor for selection is demonstrated financial need, though the committee may also look at your academic performance and how you contribute to your community.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

Open to certificate or undergraduate students
Studying Nursing

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

Financial NeedAvoid providing a vague statement about needing money. Instead, provide a detailed breakdown of your tuition gaps and living costs. List your specific monthly shortfall to show exactly why this funding is necessary.
SupportAvoid using a generic character reference. Instead, provide letters from community leaders or clinical instructors who can prove your specific contributions to the community. Get a letter that describes a real project you led or a specific way you helped others.
StrategyAvoid applying only once. Since there are three separate deadlines (August 1, November 1, and February 1), you should track which one aligns best with your tuition payment schedule. Plan your application materials early so you can submit them well before the closest date.
RealismAvoid assuming the award is guaranteed based on enrollment alone. Because preference is given to British Columbia residents and those with high financial need, students from other provinces should emphasize their community involvement and academic merit to stand out.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on November 1, 2026. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

Check the award's official page for the citizenship rules.

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