Hantelman Humanities Scholarships

What you will need

• ✓ One-page research proposal outlining your thesis, project topic, or major research area
• ✓ Current scholarship funding status
• ✓ Name and email address of your supervisor to serve as a reference

About this award

You can receive approximately $2,000. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are a graduate student in the Humanities, Social Sciences, or Fine Arts within the College of Arts & Science who lacks other major funding sources. You must apply by November 2, 2026. When you apply, ask University of Saskatchewan how and when you'll hear back — whether by email, portal, or phone. Selection criteria aren't published beyond the GPA requirement — ask University of Saskatchewan how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask University of Saskatchewan 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 University of Saskatchewan whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be a Master’s student (including thesis, project, and course-based streams) or a PhD student in the Humanities, Social Sciences, or Fine Arts in the College of Arts & Science. To qualify, you need an 80% GPA and must have no other source of major funding.

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 graduate students
• ✓ Studying Humanities, Social Sciences or Fine Arts

How to apply

1. 1

   Read the award's official page

   Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.

2. 2

   Ask for reference letters2 weeks

   Give your referees at least two weeks' notice, and send them your résumé.

3. 3

   Submit your application

   Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

• Research ProposalAvoid writing a vague summary of your interests. Instead, provide a precise one-page outline of the specific thesis or project topic you intend to pursue. Draft your outline and have your supervisor review it before you upload it to the portal.
• SupportAvoid waiting until the last minute to enter your supervisor's details. Instead, notify your supervisor immediately that they will receive an automated email from the system. Confirm they have seen the email so they can complete their section on time.
• StrategyAvoid ignoring the reference deadline. Instead, track your supervisor's progress closely because University of Saskatchewan will deem you ineligible if the reference section is late. Set a personal reminder three days before November 2 to check in with your referee.
• RealismAvoid applying if you already have a major funding source. Instead, focus your energy on this award only if you truly lack other significant financial support. Check your current funding package to ensure you match the "no other major funding" requirement.

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