Mohawk College offers 289+ named donor scholarships plus 8 core institutional awards, of which only 2 are open to first-year Indian applicants. The full donor pool becomes accessible after 12 consecutive months of Ontario residency. Most Indian students win institutional funding in year two, not on arrival.
The combined pool distributes over CAD 3 million (INR 20.4 Crore) each academic year. Amounts per student range from CAD 500 (INR 34,030) to CAD 10,000 (INR 6.81 Lakhs) depending on the route.
- Standard first-year tuition (most 2026-27 programs): CAD 15,885 (INR 10.81 Lakhs); aviation programs rise to CAD 20,055 (INR 13.65 Lakhs).
- Tuition net of the top Indian-accessible award: CAD 5,885 (INR 4.01 Lakhs) after the Ontario-Ukraine Solidarity Scholarship of CAD 10,000 (INR 6.81 Lakhs).
- Full first-year cost with fees, insurance, and Hamilton living expenses: CAD 44,255 (INR 30.12 Lakhs) before any award.
- Next scholarship deadline: September 30, 2026 for Fall 2026 intake; December 1, 2026 opens the Winter 2027 cycle.
Currency Note: All INR conversions use the live rate of 1 CAD = INR 68.06 as of July 2026. Mohawk is a public CAAT (College of Applied Arts and Technology), so awards come from institutional donors, provincial funds, and federal programs rather than a research endowment.
Table of Contents
- Mohawk College Scholarships for UG Students
- Mohawk College Scholarships for PG / Master’s Students
- India-Specific Scholarships at Mohawk College
- Mohawk College PhD Scholarships
- External Government Scholarships for Mohawk College Indian Students
- Mohawk College Scholarships: Frequently Asked Questions
Mohawk College Scholarships for UG Students
First-year Indian diploma and Bachelor of Applied Technology students have two clean routes to institutional funding. All applications open only after the offer is accepted and the tuition deposit is paid.
| Scholarship | Award Amount | Eligibility for Indian First-Years | Application Window (Fall 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario-Ukraine Solidarity Scholarship | CAD 10,000 (INR 6.81 Lakhs) per award | Open; priority to students impacted by the Ukraine conflict; academic merit plus financial need | August 1 to September 30, 2026 |
| Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Scholarship | Variable, typical CAD 1,000 to CAD 2,500 (INR 68,060 to INR 1.70 Lakhs) | Open; requires a 2-page letter about systemic barriers faced in education | Fall semester only; August 1 to September 30, 2026 |
Once you complete 12 months of Ontario residency, the 289-award donor pool on awards.mohawkcollege.ca becomes accessible in year two. Awards there range from CAD 500 (INR 34,030) to CAD 2,500 (INR 1.70 Lakhs) and are program-specific.
The Mohawk College admissions process is separate from any scholarship application. Accept your offer first, pay the deposit, and then log into MyMohawk for the Financial Assistance portal.
Reddit Insight: Indian diploma applicants report that the Academic Entrance Scholarship of CAD 500 to CAD 2,000 is closed to India-based students because it restricts eligibility to countries where English is the first official language. Skip it and apply instead to Ontario-Ukraine and EDI in your first term.
Mohawk College Scholarships for PG / Master’s Students
Mohawk offers post-graduate certificates rather than research Master’s degrees. PG-cert funding uses the same institutional pool as UG students, so amounts and windows below apply to graduate-certificate applicants in Business Analytics, Supply Chain, AI Analysis, and similar streams.
| Scholarship | Award Amount | Best For (PG students) | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario-Ukraine Solidarity Scholarship | CAD 10,000 (INR 6.81 Lakhs) | Applicants who show financial need plus 75% or above in their Bachelor’s degree | September 30, 2026 (Fall); January 31, 2027 (Winter) |
| Program-Specific Donor Awards (year 2) | CAD 1,000 to CAD 2,500 (INR 68,060 to INR 1.70 Lakhs) | PG students with A-level results (80% or above) in the first Mohawk semester | December 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027 (Winter cycle) |
| EDI Scholarship | Variable, typical CAD 2,500 (INR 1.70 Lakhs) | PG applicants able to write a 2-page reflection on systemic-barrier lived experience | September 30, 2026 (Fall only) |
Most PG certificates at Mohawk run 1 to 2 years, so one award covers only one academic year. Students on back-to-back certificates must reapply each semester to keep funding stacked.
Reddit Insight: PG-cert holders on the Fennell campus note that donor awards for Business and IT programs typically require a first-semester GPA of 3.7 or higher (roughly 85% on the Indian scale). Decision emails arrive 8 to 10 weeks after the application closes, so plan tuition cash flow accordingly.
India-Specific Scholarships at Mohawk College
Mohawk College does not currently run any India-only institutional scholarship as of July 2026. Indian applicants stack external India-based awards on top of the two Mohawk institutional routes covered above.
| Scholarship | Award Amount | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation Loan-Scholarship | Up to INR 20 Lakhs interest-free loan | Indian citizens under 30; PG programs preferred; competitive selection | Tentative April 30, 2027 (annual cycle) |
| Inlaks Shivdasani Scholarship | Up to USD 100,000 (INR 83 Lakhs total at current cross-rate) | Indian citizens under 30; full-time Master’s or research programs; diplomas rarely funded | Tentative March 31, 2027 |
| K.C. Mahindra Scholarship for Post-Graduate Studies | Up to INR 8 Lakhs interest-free loan-scholarship | Indian citizens with a confirmed PG offer letter; means-tested | Tentative March 31, 2027 |
| JN Tata Endowment Loan Scholarship | Up to INR 10 Lakhs at 2% simple interest | Indian citizens under 45 with admission offer; graduate studies abroad only | Tentative March 20, 2027 (annual) |
Indian scholarship bodies expect the following documents ready before disbursement:
- Verified admission offer letter from Mohawk with program name and start date
- Valid Canadian study permit and biometrics confirmation
- Family income proof, tax returns for the last two financial years, and any co-applicant details
- Statement of purpose linking your Mohawk program to your career plan back in India
Apply for the Mohawk offer letter first, then submit these India-side applications in parallel with your visa filing. See the Mohawk programs directory to shortlist a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) eligible stream before finalising the funding stack.
Mohawk College PhD Scholarships
Mohawk College does not offer PhD programs. The highest credential is the Bachelor of Applied Technology (4 years) plus post-graduate certificates, so no PhD scholarship at Mohawk exists.
Indian graduates who want a research pathway typically transition to a Master’s or PhD at nearby McMaster University after finishing at Mohawk. The IAHS campus in Hamilton is a shared Mohawk-McMaster site, which makes the transition administratively smoother than most CAAT-to-university jumps.
| Award (post-Mohawk research route) | Value | Eligibility | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship | CAD 50,000 (INR 34.03 Lakhs) per year for 3 years | PhD applicants nominated by a Canadian university; first-class average in the last two years | Tentative November 4, 2026 (institutional cut-offs earlier) |
| Ontario Trillium Scholarship | CAD 40,000 (INR 27.22 Lakhs) per year for up to 4 years | International PhD students at Ontario universities; nominated by the department | Rolling; university-set, tentative April 30, 2027 |
| Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) | CAD 15,000 (INR 10.21 Lakhs) per academic year | International Master’s or PhD students at Ontario universities; A- average required | Tentative February 1, 2027 (university-set) |
OGS runs a separate quota for international students at each Ontario institution. Prospective PhD candidates must already be registered at the host university, not just holding an offer.
External Government Scholarships for Mohawk College Indian Students
External government awards run parallel to Mohawk’s own funding and can be combined with institutional donor awards from year two. The list below covers Canadian federal and joint India-Canada programs open to Indian nationals studying at any accredited Canadian institution, including Mohawk.
| Scholarship | Value | Eligibility for Indians | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study in Canada Scholarships (Global Affairs Canada) | CAD 8,200 (INR 5.58 Lakhs) for a 4-month exchange | Indian students on short-term study or research at a Canadian institution | Tentative March 22, 2027 (annual cycle) |
| Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP) | CAD 8,200 to CAD 10,200 (INR 5.58 to 6.94 Lakhs) | Short-term diploma or graduate exchange; needs Canadian host institution partnership | Tentative March 27, 2027 |
| Shastri Indo-Canadian Institute (SICI) Fellowships | Varies by scheme; typical INR 2 Lakhs to INR 6 Lakhs | Indian scholars and students at member institutions in Canada or India | Tentative September 15, 2026 and January 30, 2027 |
| Queen Elizabeth Scholarship (QES) | CAD 6,000 to CAD 30,000 (INR 4.08 to 20.42 Lakhs) | Youth aged 18 to 35 at partner Canadian institutions | Rolling; check host institution schedule |
Reddit Insight: Indian diploma students at Ontario CAAT colleges report that the Study in Canada Scholarship is the single most realistic external award for a 2-year program. It funds a 4-month exchange or research stay without requiring a full PhD track, unlike Vanier or OGS.
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Mohawk College Scholarships: Frequently Asked Questions
Ques. What is the maximum scholarship stack an Indian student can build for a Mohawk College diploma?
Ans. The highest realistic year-one stack is CAD 12,500 (INR 8.51 Lakhs), combining the Ontario-Ukraine Solidarity Scholarship at CAD 10,000 with an EDI award of CAD 2,500. This offsets roughly 65% of first-year tuition for a most-programs diploma. Add a Narotam Sekhsaria interest-free loan of up to INR 20 Lakhs and the effective cash outflow drops sharply. From year two, program-specific donor awards can push the total further after the 12-month Ontario residency threshold is met.
Ques. When should Indian applicants apply for Fall 2026 scholarships at Mohawk?
Ans. The Fall 2026 scholarship window at Mohawk is August 1 to September 30, 2026. Submit within the first two weeks of August so your Financial Assistance profile is complete before donor committees start reviewing. Decisions usually arrive by the third week of October, giving Indian recipients time to plan January semester tuition if the award needs to be split across terms.
Ques. Do I need to apply separately for Mohawk scholarships or are they automatic with admission?
Ans. All Mohawk institutional scholarships need a separate application through the MyMohawk Financial Assistance portal. You cannot apply until you accept your offer and pay the tuition deposit. There is no automatic entrance award for Indian applicants at Mohawk, and the popular Academic Entrance Scholarship is closed to India-based students by policy.
Ques. What GPA or Class 12 percentage do Indian students need for Mohawk donor scholarships?
Ans. Admission needs 70% to 75% in Class 12 for most diplomas, and a completed Bachelor’s degree for post-graduate certificates. Donor scholarships awarded after the first semester typically expect a GPA of 3.7 or higher on the 4-point scale, which maps to about 85% in Indian percentage terms. The Ontario-Ukraine Solidarity Scholarship weighs financial need alongside academic merit, so a 3.3 GPA can still win with a strong need case backed by tax documents.
Ques. Will the Ontario-Ukraine Solidarity Scholarship cover living costs in Hamilton?
Ans. The CAD 10,000 award (INR 6.81 Lakhs) covers about 40% of the annual Hamilton living-cost estimate of CAD 25,000 (INR 17.02 Lakhs), which includes off-campus rent, food, transit, and books. It does not cover tuition on its own, so most Indian recipients stack it with a Narotam Sekhsaria or JN Tata loan-scholarship. Mohawk international students can also work up to 24 hours per week off-campus under current federal rules, adding roughly CAD 1,200 to CAD 1,500 (INR 81,672 to INR 1.02 Lakhs) per month.
Scholarships offered
FINCAD Women in Finance Scholarship
- International Student Eligible: Yes
- Amount: $20,000
- Type: Merit-Based
- Level of Study: Master
- Number of Scholarships: N/A
Ontario Graduate Fellowship
- International Student Eligible: Yes
- Amount: $8,875
- Type: Merit-Based
- Level of Study: Doctorate
- Number of Scholarships: N/A
Jared J. Davis Grant
- International Student Eligible: Yes
- Amount: $1,000
- Type: Merit-Based
- Level of Study: Bachelor
- Number of Scholarships: 1
The Google Lime Scholarship
- International Student Eligible: Yes
- Amount: $10,000
- Type: Merit-Based
- Level of Study: Bachelor
- Number of Scholarships: N/A
Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award
- International Student Eligible: Yes
- Amount: $1,500
- Type: Merit-Based
- Level of Study: Master
- Number of Scholarships: N/A
Axol Science Scholarship
- International Student Eligible: Yes
- Amount: $2,000
- Type: Company-Sponsored
- Level of Study: Bachelor
- Number of Scholarships: N/A
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Dislikes
- First of all there is nothing like placements in Canadian College, but you get an option of Co-op, for which you need at least a 3.0 GPA
- People usually go for Coop and then fight for a PPO/Full time offer.
- On-campus is easy for 1st year, and then you can look for off-campus (not very hard to find). We had an app called Cannon. Most colleges do have FB pages and everything. Rent also depends on how you want to live - $800-1000.
Likes
- Indigenious student services is amazing, safe and full of events and support for any indigenous students coming to college. Their support has helped me many times stay in school as I navigate more difficult idsues as an indigenous woman.
- Accessible Learning Services help with accommodations for those with mental health or disabilities. My ALS counselor Joanne has always been an amazaing advocate and supportive every step of ky academic journey.
- Some of the teachers are good. Some teachers are bad. There are a few exceptional teachers however that will outshine the rest and you can tell really want you to be successful. These teachers are the best.
Dislikes
- General services are hard to get ahold of, qnd you will be playing phone tag for hours or on hold. People who often answer don't usually have useful information so its best to get help from anyone on campus instead.
- Teachers have often been out of the field more than a couple of years, and a lot of the curriculum is old as well. Some of the lessons can come across as oppressive towards todays society.
- Food is so expensive on campus, and tastes really bad. If you decide to come here, just go to food basics and fortinos (by Macmaster) on tuesdays and get student discount groceries. Dont buy on campus food, its an overexpensive waste.
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Just fill out the "My Financial Profile" every semester honestly. Money is given to those in financial need or for awards. I usually fall under the need category. There are indigenous specific awards as well each winter. They have listed criteria for indigenous students for all the awards.
I have already been to thus school previously for a different program based in the trades. After sexual discrimination and safety concerns I chose to come back to school here for a career change. I have grown up in the local areas of Hamilton and Brantford, so regularly I went on field trips and participated in events geared towards learning about Mohawk College. This school used to have an amazing reputation (before it started really taking advantage of international students like it has been last few years until the Canadian cap was put into place). This time around I applied with help from indigenous student services, however it's easy to apply online. Once admitted, first semester is usually the easiest semester, second is okay and third semester always seems to be the hardest. Note this is a college that prides itself on being barrier free. If you have questions about how to get in, just come visit on campus services and ask. They want you here and will help.
Likes
- Supporting students by providing CO-OP Opportunities in the campus.
- Fun co-curricular activities that help students think out of the box
- Supportive staff that is always ready to help each other as well as the students
Dislikes
- Less acknowledgement about the services provided by the college
The admission process does not require a lot. A student is eligible if they score above 60% marks in their respective main subjects in high school with an average of 50% and more than 6.5 bands in the IELTS exam. An admission fee might be required based on the time of application. I was eligible for the intake and paid for my admission. I waited for the offer letter and got selected.
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- It has best teachers and the program delivery is also the best.
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- Mohawk college- Institute of applied health sciences, is for students who are in medical field hence it was a perfect fit for me to practice my subject as it also provide coop programs which gives practical experience.
Till now my experience is really good and I enjoy going to college and there are many events which motivate students even more to come and study in college.
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- Recommendation from past students who studied here before. And also read the articles about the college to know it more.
It's been an amazing journey. The college ambiance is so good that you don't need to hesitate for anything over here. The professor's are super friendly and approachable. Everyone over here are so helpful.
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- I chose college, but I believe if someone who already done their bachelors back home should go for university.
It is okay that’s what I am going to say. Because if you can’t find employment what you studied then what’s the point of the studying from these colleges. All these colleges are government funded and you are paying 4 times more. So, if you really want to spend money and want to study go for a better university. Don’t run behind agents choice.
It provided the exact course I wanted to take. it was close to where I live and I have heard great reviews about Mohawk. I knew some people who have taken this program before and therefore I knew it was the perfect program for me. So far, I have thoroughly enjoyed the program and the material included.
I have completed my high school in India with Non-medical stream. I wanted to build up my future in the chemical field particularly in wastewater treatment. I lived in Punjab province, college for chemical engineering was not so good there. I planned to move out to a different province for studies. I used to search for different colleges to study chemistry in India as well as abroad. I came to know about Mohawk college which is the best college of applied arts and technology. I did IELTS and applied for this college Besides this, my mom has applied to Seneca college on behalf of me but luckily Mohawk college accepted my application. I paid around Rs.13 Lakh including my GIC and 1st sem fees. I'm paying more than $8000 every semester. As I have completed my one and a half years here, I can say that this much money is worth according to the study and facilities provided by the college.
Great college with great success and cheap international fees. The admission process was very easy compared to other schools and I had all the prerequisites already. I found this college in an article listing the best colleges in North America. I've always wanted to continue my learning here because I've heard such great things.
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