In addition to supplying scholarships for tuition and fees, the McMaster endowment also provides a pool of funds for student research and special study programs. Students in good standing may apply for grants to support individual research or creative production as well as participation in field schools, seminars, conferences and study abroad programs. You must be a current Reaud Honors College student during the time of your experience. 

Special consideration will be given to students involved in honors thesis projects and individual study/scholarship courses resulting in honors course credit. Students interested in applying for a McMaster Grant in Aid of Research, Creative Scholarship or Study must submit a proposal with the approval of a faculty supervisor and department chair. The requested budget normally should not exceed $1,000. Requests for faculty or student stipends are not appropriate. 

Study Abroad/Partners in the Parks Grants deadline for eligibility is February 1.  

1. My Scholarships
2. Click "Students"
3. Login with your LEA
4. Return to this page and click on "Study Abroad Application"

Grant in Aid deadline for eligibility is at least six weeks prior to the commencement of the activity for which funds are requested. (Please do not use this form for Study Abroad/Partners in the Parks applications; use the portal as directed above.)

Grant in Aid Application Form for Current Students

As a condition of receiving the grant, you must submit a written report of activities and photographs that may be used in the College’s magazine, Cadenza, within two months of completion of the project supported. You may also be asked to make an oral presentation of your experience.

Established in 1976 in memory of Mr. and Mrs. M.W. McMaster of Beaumont, the McMaster Honors endowment was set up by their children — Catherine, Helen, and Brad and Brad’s wife, Belle. 

You have the opportunity to contribute to Reaud Honors College scholarships that directly enrich the Lamar educational experience.