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L'nu and Indigenous student supports

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L’nu/Indigenous students can access a range of supports and services designed to foster connection, inclusion, and success throughout their academic journey. These offerings provide opportunities to ask questions, explore resources, and build a sense of belonging on and off campus.

Available supports and services include:

  • College and career exploration and preparation
  • Help with your NSCC application process.
  • Connection with financial planning and funding opportunities including NSCC awards, scholarships and bursaries available for L’nu Indigenous students.
  • Access to culturally-responsive tutoring, counselling and other learning and student supports. 
  • Opportunities for connection and community building with other L'nu Indigenous students.
  • Opportunities to participate in gatherings, events and experiences celebrating L’nu Indigenous culture, heritage and communities.

Study and learning supports

Mi'kmaw and Indigenous students have access to the following culturally-responsive study and learning supports.

Tutoring for Mi'kmaw and Indigenous students

NSCC students have access to tutoring at no cost, including culturally-responsive tutoring through the Indigenous Student Success Tutoring Program. This program is funded by Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey.

Awards for Mi'kmaw and Indigenous students

We offer more than $5 million in awards, scholarships and bursaries each year. Funded by donors, partners and sponsors through NSCC Foundation, awards are granted based on a range of criteria such as financial need, leadership, volunteer experience and career interests.

Learn how to find and apply for financial awards, including dedicated awards for Mi'kmaw and Indigenous students.

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