- PhD Funding in Canada – A Guide for 2023
PhD Funding in Canada
Written by Mark Bennett
A low cost of living and an emphasis on the importance of support for research students makes Canada a surprisingly affordable place to complete a PhD . The country's excellent research opportunities and international outlook only add to the appeal.
Canadian PhD funding can take the form of government fellowships, independent research scholarships or graduate assistantships offered by universities themselves. We've covered all of the main options on this page and explained how best to find support for your doctorate.
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- How Canadian PhD funding works
The cost of a PhD in Canada
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University grants and assistantships, canadian phd funding – what you need to know first.
Canada is a big place: strictly speaking, it's the world's second-largest country by land mass. Or, if that's not enough to impress you, Canada's largest lake is bigger than several countries, including Denmark, Scotland and Switzerland.
What does this have to do with PhD study? Well, Canada's size – and the fact that it's split into several substantial provinces and territories – makes it tricky to generalise about funding. Here are a few things to bear in mind before you do:
- Canada does offer student loans but these are usually only available to Canadian citizens or other students with the right to permanent residence in Canada.
- Canada is divided into 10 separate provinces (there are also three territories, but these don't host research universities) and each has the freedom to determine its own educational policy. This means that some funding options can vary between universities in different states,
- Doctoral fees are usually higher for international students but this isn't always the case. Some universities make a point of charging the same fee to all candidates.
- Some Canadian universities actually impose a baseline funding standard for their PhD students. This means that everyone who is admitted to a do a PhD has to be provided with a minimum amount of support by their department, research group or graduate school.
It may be helpful to take a look at our overall guide to PhD study in Canada , if you haven't already done so.
Canada is a fairly affordable destination for international PhD students and is generally cheaper than other popular countries like the UK and USA . That said, the cost of studying a PhD in Canada does vary (we've mentioned that it's a big country, right?).
Canadian PhD fees aren't regulated by the central government, or by individual federal governments. This means that universities can charge what they wish for their doctoral programmes. Some also charge extra for international students, but this isn't always the case.
As a rough estimate, you can expect to pay between CAD $2,500 and CAD $17,000 (USD $1,830-12,425) per year for your PhD fees.
It's worth checking whether or not you'll actually need to pay these fees. Some Canadian universities automatically waive PhD tuition as part of a baseline funding arrangement. In practice this is the same as them giving all doctoral students a scholarship or fellowship (and usually means applications will be more competitive).
Living costs
The Canadian Government expects international students to have around CAD $10,000 (USD $7,310) available to support themselves for each year of study (this is one of the requirements for a Canadian study permit). In practice you should probably aim to have a little bit more available, with around CAD $1,000 (USD $730) per month for accommodation and maintenance.
See our guide to living in Canada during a PhD for more advice.
Other expenses
Whether or not you'll need health insurance to study a PhD in Canada depends on which province your university is located in. It's best to speak to them directly; some institutions even provide their own health insurance via their student union.
Most international students will also need a study permit to live in Canada during a PhD. This is effectively a Canadian student visa and normally costs CAD $150 (USD $110).
Canadian Government PhD funding
The Canadian Government recognises the contribution of international PhD students (like you!) to the country's ongoing status as a centre for world-leading research and education. There are a range of international PhD scholarships in Canada, whilst several of its national research centres also provide funding for doctoral training.
PhD scholarships in Canada
Queen elizabeth scholarships.
Named for Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, who is also Canada's head of state, this scheme supports international students from a range of countries (not just the UK).
The most recent call for applicants was intended for students from West African countries and was awarded through individual Canadian universities, with generous funding available for successful applicants.
Deadlines for Queen Elizabeth doctoral scholarship applications are usually set in October. Keep an eye on the QES website , or ask your prospective university if it expects this funding to be available to you.
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS)
The Vanier scholarships provide up to CAD $50,000 (USD $36,585) per year for doctoral study in Canada. Over 150 scholarships are available each year, specifically for international students.
To apply, you will need to be nominated by your institution and demonstrate excellence in research and leadership potential.
There's more information on the Vanier CGS website .
National Research Councils
The Canadian Government awards funding for research and doctoral training in different fields through a group of federal research and development bodies. These include:
- The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)
- The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC)
- The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)
- The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR)
Most of the doctoral funding offered by these councils, such as their flagship Canada Graduate Scholarships isn't normally available to applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
However, particular awards or funding programmes may be made available to international students in some years.
International Development Research Centre (IRDC)
Canada's IRDC distributes government funding to assist with research into global development challenges.
Opportunities are available for Canadian and international students to apply for support with a PhD through the IRDC Doctoral Research Awards. These typically offer a maximum salary of CAD $48,659 (USD $35,600) for 12 months of PhD research in relevant fields.
See the IRDC website for more details.
Other opportunities
The Government of Canada website features an interactive database of funding opportunities for international students.
Canada is a large country (as we may have mentioned) with a huge number of independent organisations pursuing and funding research at PhD level. Some of these are trusts and foundations with charitable goals. Others are commercial companies with an interest in producing new products and intellectual property.
It's in the nature of these opportunities to be quite changeable and the best way to spot them is often to chat with a prospective supervisor (they'll usually know who does and doesn't fund research in your field). There are a couple of larger organisations you should be aware of though:
Mitacs Accelerate
Mitacs works to connect Canadian universities with business and industry in order to support the country's knowledge-based economy and research and development goals.
Their Mitacs Accelerate Fellowships provide funding for doctoral students to complete a PhD through collaboration between their university and an external partner. Fellowships provide funding for up to four years of doctoral work, including several internships that develop the candidate's wider skills and employability.
See the Mitacs Accelerate website for more information.
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation
Formed in honour of Canada's former prime minister, Pierre Trudeau, the PETF provides scholarships for doctoral research in Humanities and Social Sciences at Canadian universities.
International students are eligible to apply provided their research aligns with the goals of the foundation (to focus on human rights, responsible citizenship, connections between Canada and other countries, and relationships between people and the environment.
You will need to be recommended for a scholarship by a Canadian university which has already accepted you for your PhD. The competition normally opens in September, with a December deadline. Scholarships are selected in March ready to commence in the autumn.
See the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation website for more information.
Canadian universities have a strong commitment to supporting their PhD students.
Some departments and graduate schools actually stipulated a minimum funding amount that must be provided to all their doctoral students. This means that you are guaranteed some funding if you are offered a place on the relevant PhD programme.
It isn't possible to search for this funding across all universities, but you should keep an eye out for it when exploring Canadian PhD projects and programmes. Keep an eye out for terms like baseline funding or minimum funding packages .
Graduate assistantships
It's common for Canadian universities to offer some form of funding in return for doctoral students completing work within their department. Sometimes this is additional paid work, treated like a salary. Other times it may be a condition of a baseline funding package, or PhD fellowship.
There are three common types of assistantship:
- Teaching assistantships pay PhD students to assist with the delivery of undergraduate (and sometimes Masters) programmes in their subject. You may be asked to teach classes, demonstrate techniques, supervise projects and mark assessments. In return you'll normally receive a salary in line with public sector pay standards. This may count as taxable income, rather than direct funding.
- Research assistantships are like grants provided by supervisors / principle investigators to support PhD students within their work groups. This money is usually paid as a stipend or scholarship and doesn't always come with additional responsibilities (as your PhD is already a contribution to the group's research).
- Academic assistantships provide funding in return for additional work that is separate from your PhD, but isn't exclusively related to teaching. This might include carrying out separate data collection and analysis, or simply taking on further administrative and upkeep responsibilities within your lab or department.
The best way to find graduate assistantships for PhD study in Canada is to check with individual universities and departments.
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PhD Scholarships in Canada
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Canada is an excellent option to consider for a PhD Degree. A PhD degree is a costly yet worthwhile investment. However, it is difficult for students to choose the right and affordable country to pursue a PhD. It is a well-known fact that Canada is among the most preferred study destinations in the world. PhD in Canada is a lot more affordable than in other countries like the US or the UK . To make it more affordable for international students who are excellent in their academics, the Canadian Government offers a lot of PhD scholarships . This blog includes everything you need to know about the PhD Scholarships in Canada.
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Why study phd in canada, phd funding in canada, know the admission requirements, vanier canada graduate scholarships, the university of british columbia four year doctoral fellowship, ontario trillium scholarship, the ontario graduate scholarship, university of calgary graduate scholarships, the university of manitoba graduate fellowship, the pierre elliott trudeau foundation doctoral scholarships.
Top-Class Universities
Canada is home to many universities that rank among the top 100 universities in the world. It provides students from around the world with excellent academic and research facilities.
Work Opportunities
PhD students are paid during their PhD studies. However, in Canada, students can work for up to 10 hours a week and stay for up to 3 years after completing their PhD studies in Canada using the post-graduation work permit.
Affordable Option
PhD in top countries like the US or the UK is a bit expensive. While in Canada, tuition fees for pursuing a PhD is quite affordable, ranging from CAD 6,000 to 30,000 (INR 3.58 lacs -17.94 Lacs).
Scholarships and Grants
Canada offers a variety of scholarships to highly qualified international students who want to pursue any doctoral degree in a Canadian University.
Before discussing PhD scholarships in Canada, let’s take a look at the means of funding available to PhD students.
- Canada offers student loans, but these are mostly available to Canadian citizens or other students with a PR (Permanent Residence) in Canada only.
- You can expect some funding options to vary for different universities in different states. This variation is because Canada is divided into 10 provinces that are allowed to determine their own educational policies.
- Some universities in Canada impose funding for PhD students so that everyone pursuing a PhD program can be provided with a minimum amount of support either by their graduate school, department or research group.
The eligibility requirements for obtaining a PhD Degree may vary for different courses and universities in Canada. Mentioned below are general admission requirements for students who are considering Canada for their PhD studies:
- The students must have obtained a master’s degree in a related field. The degree must come with good grades and demonstrate the student’s research ability and potential.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency is a must. The student must take English Language Proficiency tests such as IELTS , PTE or TOEFL to prove their English proficiency.
- The student must obtain an excellent score in graduate admissions tests such as the GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) or GRE ( Graduate Record Examination).
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PhD Scholarships in Canada for International Students
Mentioned below is a list of PhD Scholarships in Canada offered by the Canadian Government to international students:
The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships are awarded to international and native students who are highly qualified in the following fields:
- Social sciences
- Natural sciences
- Engineering
Award Grant: CAD 50,000 (INR 29.791 Lacs) per year
The University of British Columbia offers this scholarship to excellent international and home students who are pursuing a PhD Degree. The scholarship is fully funded, and students are also provided with a yearly stipend of at least CAD 18,200 (INR 10.88 Lacs).
The University of Waterloo offers the Ontario Trillium Scholarship to international students who hold a valid Canadian study permit who have achieved a minimum of 80% in each of their last 2 years of full-time study. The student must be registered in a full-time degree-granting program in any Faculty to be eligible for this PhD scholarship in Canada.
Award Grant: CAD 40,000 (INR 23.93 lacs)
This scholarship is offered to international and home students in all disciplines who have attended any one of the following universities in Ontario:
- Brock University
- Carleton University
- University of Guelph
- Lakehead University
- Laurentian University
- McMaster University
- Nipissing University
- OCAD University
- University of Ontario Institute of Technology
- University of Ottawa
- Queen’s University
- Ryerson University
- University of Toronto
- Trent University
- University of Waterloo
- Western University
- Wilfrid Laurier University
- University of Windsor
- York University
Award Grant: CAD 5,000 (INR 2.97 Lakhs) per term
The University of Calgary offers a Doctoral Recruitment scholarship that is available for international and home students who meet the eligibility criteria set by the University.
Award Grant: CAD 12,000 to CAD 35,000 (INR 7.17 lacs- 20.94 lacs)
This PhD scholarship in Canada is open to students from all nationalities. The scholarship is valued for a period of 12 months.
Award Grant: CAD 18,000 (INR 10.76 lacs)
Doctoral students who possess high qualifications are eligible for these scholarships. The awarded grant is paid for 3 years of doctoral study.
Award Grant: CAD 50,000 per year (INR 29.91 Lakhs)
The University of Waterloo offers the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships to international students enrolled in a doctoral program at a Canadian institution. The student must be already enrolled in a 2-3 year doctoral program in the following subjects:
- Social Science
In order to apply for this PhD scholarship in Canada, the doctoral work done by the student must be related to the following:
- Human Rights and Dignity
- Responsible Citizenship
- Canada and the World
- People and their Natural Environment
Award Grant: The scholarship includes he following awarded for up to 3 years of study:
- CAD 40,000 (INR 23.92 Lacs) per year to cover tuition and reasonable living expenses
- CAD 20,000 (INR 11.96 Lacs) per year as a research and travel allowance
A PhD Program in Canada is 4-6 years long.
An overall score of 6.5 with no components less than 5.0 is the minimum IELTS requirement to study PhD in Canada.
A PhD student who has been awarded a funded scholarship cannot work for more than 10 hours a week.
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There are many excellent countries for international students wishing to pursue their PhD studies on a scholarship. Canada is one of them – it has been voted the most attractive study destination by agents in the 2021 survey , thanks to how well the Trudeau administration took care of international students at the height of the pandemic last year.
Canada is well-known for being a safe, stable, open and welcoming country as well. In the same 2021 survey, Canada emerged as tops for safety and openness – factors that are critical to all migrants seeking a life in a foreign land, especially for international students.
Understandably, a PhD can involve great costs since it takes on average three to four years to complete; if you are an international student, from a country with less global spending power, living and travel costs, will add up too.
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Fortunately, Canada has several scholarships that can help alleviate these, offered by provinces and universities alike – both provincial and university-specific ones. We round up a list of six Canadian PhD scholarships to help you start your application for the 2022 academic year.
Ontario Trillium Scholarship – Western University
The Ontario Trillium Scholarship (OTS) aims to attract outstanding candidates to come to Ontario for their PhD studies. Particularly, if you want to apply to Western University , you should express your interest to the graduate programme chair (Director or Associate Dean) of your admitting programme in order to be nominated for the OTS.
To be eligible for applying, you should be an international student, be willing to be physically present at the university at the time of studies, is not registered with any other Canadian institution, have an excellent academic record and research experience, and need to have achieved a minimum of 80% in two of your most recent years of full-time study. You may be required to demonstrate English language proficiency as well.
Successful applicants starting their PhD programme will get 40,000 Canadian dollars each year, which can be renewed for up to four years.
University of Alberta
Next on the list of Canadian PhD scholarships is the University of Alberta Graduate Entrance scholarship . Located in Alberta, the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research at University of Alberta disburses around CA$26 million in scholarships every year.
If you plan to register for doctoral studies at the University of Alberta, you are eligible for this one-off Graduate Entrance scholarship worth CA$21,000. This may commence either on Jan. 1 or Sep. 1, and cannot be renewed at all.
You are allowed to hold any number of University of Alberta awards concurrently with this scholarship but not the Tri-Council Top-up awards at the same time. Examples include the Walter H Johns Graduate Fellowship and President’s Doctoral Prize of Distinction and the Graduate Entrance 14 Scholarship tuition fee top up at the same time.
University of Montreal
The third Canadian PhD scholarship offering is administered by the University of Montreal in Quebec. Ranked 88th in the world (Times Higher Education ranking 2022) and fourth in Canada for volume of research activities, this university attracts over 45,000 students out of which 8,500 are international.
In addition to the Doctoral Scholarship (CA$7,000 – renewable once, for students who have done their master’s degree at this university), you can apply for the Mackenzie King Scholarship (CA$8,500 for one year – application deadline is Feb. 1, 2022). You can submit an application for the University of Montreal exemption grant (ranging from CA$ 2,078.10 to CA$12,465.60 depending on your academic record, no separate application needed) as well.
For more information on other scholarships, you may check out the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies page.
University of British Columbia
One of the top 20 public universities in the world, the University of British Columbia is ranking 37th by the Times Higher Education rankings 2022, and one of three Canadian universities to make it to the top 50. Over 56,000 students study at the University’s two campuses in the Okanagan Valley and Vancouver.
For students wanting to do a PhD at this University, the Four Year Doctoral Fellowship (4YF) is an outstanding choice. You will receive CA$18,200 as your annual stipend, and full tuition coverage for up to four years of your PhD studies.
You can apply to your preferred Graduate Programme; all PhD applicants are qualified to apply for this Scholarship. Upon selecting the best applicants, the Graduate Programme will inform Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies about their choices.
University of Lethbridge
Located in Southern Alberta, the University of Lethbridge is one of Canada’s top three research universities, a record they have held for the past four consecutive years. The University is ranked among the 6% of world universities for research performance as well.
That is why the University of Lethbridge Graduate Research Award has been designed for incoming graduate applicants of all disciplines except Education. With a value up to CA$21,000, you can combine this Award with the Graduate Assistantship and/or any Research Stipend provided by a Faculty Member, but not with other scholarships such as the Dean’s Scholarship.
University of Windsor
The University of Windsor is the final university on this list of Canadian PhD scholarships. As a comprehensive university located in Canada’s southernmost city overlooking the Detroit River, the University of Windsor offers their 16,000 students a wide variety of courses.
PhD applicants can apply for the Graduate Entrance Scholarship worth CA$7,500 for up to four years. This Scholarship has three application deadlines: the first day of January, May and September – you must have achieved a minimum of 80% average as well.
Other awards for international PhD applicants include the Ontario Graduate Scholarship . Depending on how many months you have completed your PhD studies at the time of application, you may receive up to CA$15,000 (three terms of CA$5,000 each) of funding – the application deadline is Jan. 12, 2022.
All in all, these are great Canadian PhD scholarships if you are an international student looking to start your PhD studies in safe and stable Canada in 2022.
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- Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships Program – Canadian government scholarships available to doctoral students internationally, to study in Canada at a participating university.
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Applying for a PhD in Canada with a scholarship is a dream for many international students who want to level up their careers and gain quality education from the well-renowned research-oriented educational institutions in Canada.
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While the quality of education that students can get by going for a PhD in Canada is second to none, the cost of pursuing doctoral studies in Canadian universities can be very heavy on the pocket. Therefore, many Indian doctoral students look for postdoctoral fellowships and grants that can help them in covering their higher education expenses in Canada.
List of PhD Scholarships in Canada
Here is the list of the top 10 PhD in Canada with scholarships:
1. Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship
This fellowship is for doctoral international and Canadian students (PhD) who are contributing to Canada’s growth in economics, social sciences, natural sciences, and healthcare sectors through their research.
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Under this fellowship, about 70 students get provided with funds worth CA $70,000, which is taxable for two years. After being selected for the fellowship, students have to specify the particular university or college in Canada with which they will become international doctoral students pursuing their PhD to get the scholarship endorsed.
The application deadline for this grant is usually around September every year, and the results are declared by sometime around mid-January or February.
2. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded by the government of Canada to International students pursuing a doctoral degree in any of the Canadian educational institutes. The number of funds awarded every year is about CA $50,000.
In total, the funds are provided for three years and are non-renewable in nature. There are certain application eligibility criteria like not being enrolled in certain scholarships before, etc., that the institution providing the scholarship considers. So, check them all out and ensure that you meet them.
3. IDRC Research Awards
This research award is for international students from developing countries who already have a full-time work permit (37.5 hours a week) in Canada, PhD students in Canadian universities, or students who have completed their master’s program from a recognised university within the last three years from the date of applying for the award.
The students should be actively involved in research on Climate-resilient food systems, inclusive and democratic governance, science and education, ethics of development research, policymaking and evaluation, global health, as well as sustainable and inclusive economics. Students are given a yearly stipend of CA $42,000 to CA $48,000 for taking up research in any of the mentioned fields of development. The application deadline is usually around February of every year.
4. Quebec Provincial Government Scholarship
The Quebec Provincial Government scholarship is for students studying at a master’s degree level or higher in the province of Quebec. Even a graduate student enrolled in a master’s program can apply for financial aid under this scholarship. Furthermore, doctoral students can get grants up to CA $25,000 per year (up to 3 years) whereas postdoctoral applicants can get up to CA $35,000 for one year (and this cannot be renewed).
Short term research and professional development scholarships are also available under the scope of this grant. Students should showcase an excellent academic track record to be able to get the scholarship.
5. Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship & Fellowship Plan
This scholarship is exclusively for international students from commonwealth countries who apply to master’s programs or PhD in Canadian universities. Students with high intellect are recognised and awarded financial aid.
This award covers all travelling and living expenses along with the compulsory tuition fees of the awarded applicant. The amount of funds depends on the programme in which the awardee is enrolled.
6. Partnership Grants by Social Science & Humanities Research Council in Canada
Under these grants, only the PhD applicants are selected and awarded enough funds to complete their research at a Canadian university. The students could either be supporting existing research or could be entirely engaged in a new study.
Up to CAD 20,000 are provided for up to 4 to 7 years, depending on case-by-case. These scholarships or grants are only provided to international students who are pursuing research in the areas of social sciences and humanities.
7. Trudeau Scholarships & Fellowships
These fellowships and scholarships are awarded to international students at the doctorate level who are studying only in some specific institutions. The number of funds given every year in the form of research allowance as well as expenses for travelling. They could be anywhere from CA $20,000 to CA $40,000 each year for the total time duration of three years.
The application deadline for the Trudeau scholarships and fellowships is usually during the mid-fall academic session.
8. Anne Vallee Ecological Fund
This fund is only available to international applicants who are studying either in the province of Quebec or British Columbia and are undertaking animal research in a master’s program or in a doctoral degree. There are only scholarships offered for about $1,500 to each of the selected candidates.
9. Ontario Trillium Scholarship
This scholarship was introduced back in November 20210 and has since then been offered to doctoral students from all across the globe who come to study in the province of Ontario. The selecting committee is within the Ontario universities themselves which select international PhD students based on their academic merit.
Each year 75 students are selected under this scholarship and are rewarded with funds worth $40,000 each year for up to four years.
10. Ontario Graduate Scholarship
This scholarship is for international students with valid study permits on the date of application for the scholarship. The students must be enrolled in public universities in Ontario to be eligible for this grant. It is awarded at the masters and doctoral levels of study.
The application deadline is usually in June of every year. The funds awarded to each child are about $1,500 each year and can be tenable for the years determined by the particular awarding committee.
Criteria to Apply for PhD Scholarship In Canada
Although all institutions have their own set of rules and parameters for assessing candidates before rewarding them with a PhD scholarship in Canada, there are still some common parameters that are always assessed. They are:
- Academic Excellence : Postdoctoral students aiming for grants and scholarships should maintain top tier grades throughout their bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
- Extra-Academic Activities : Scholarships are usually granted to international students who showcase promising signs of the overall development that are not just confined to their academics. Thus, students should have a stellar co-curricular track record as well on top of their academic excellence.
- Proficiency in Foreign Language : International students who are prospective postdoctoral full-time students are always asked to show proof of their proficiency in the English language through their IELTS (or any other exam of the kind) scorecard. Some regions are French- speaking in Canada, and having proof of proficiency in French can also give you an edge over other students.
However, your IELTS scores need to be high bands to make you eligible for these grants. So, it is important to prepare well for the exam. Leap Scholar has collected the most common themes for the writing section of the IELTS exam, which is usually considered the toughest. Make sure to check them out to ensure a high band score.
There are many PhD programs in Canada with scholarships and grant options that can make your study as an international student less difficult and easier to complete. So, now that you have an entire list of the top 10 PhD scholarships in Canada, you should make sure to check them all out and select the best fit for yourself. Contact LeapScholar Counsellors to fulfil your study abroad dreams.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of studying for a phd in canada with a scholarship.
Canada PhD scholarships can provide you with sufficient funds to get through your research easily without having to worry about your expenses incurred when moving abroad. Additionally, being awarded research scholarships also looks good on your CV when going for jobs after completing your research.
Is PhD in Canada fully funded?
Many PhDs in Canada can be fully funded with scholarships like the ones listed above. However, not all PhDs can be fully funded and may require the student to allocate some funds for themselves.
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We invite you to discover in this post the 27 best PhD scholarships in Canada for Canadian, foreign and international students in 2023.
Each year, several Canadian universities and organizations offer hundreds of scholarships in Canada for Canadian, European and international students, for example :
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Foreign students who wish to study in Canada for free after the baccalaureate must have scholarships for a PhD’s degree.
Fortunately, Canadian universities offer several scholarships for international students to do PhD studies for free (totally or partially) in Canada.
These PhD Canadian scholarships can cover the full cost of studying in Canada, or at least a good part of the tuition fees.
Indeed, if you are planning to study in Canada , finding a scholarship is considered the best way to achieve this.
By the way, with a scholarship, you can even study for free in Canada .
Indeed, some scholarships can cover up to 100% of study costs.
Thus, getting a scholarship in Canada is the best way to finance your higher education in Canada.
For this, we will present to you all the free scholarships available to study in Canada free for foreign students.
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So, let’s find out together the list of the 27 best scholarships in Canada for the year 2023.
We are going to present to you in this part, the 27 best scholarships in Canada in 2023 for Canadian, international and foreign students wishing to study in Canada.
Indeed, in each of these free scholarships in Canada presented in this part, you will find the following information, namely :
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- Quebec University scholarships
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- Trent University scholarships
- Concordia University Scholarships
- Victoria University scholarships
- Acadia University scholarships
- Cape Breton University scholarships
- Brock University Scholarships
- Lakehead University scholarships
- Carleton University Scholarships
- Laurentian University scholarships
- Manitoba University scholarships
Find out more details about each of these free scholarships in Canada in the continuation of this article.
1. Toronto university Scholarships
Here is the main information to discover about this scholarship.
- Scholarship amount : Up to 100% of study costs
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2. University of Guelph scholarships
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3. Quebec University scholarships
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4. University of Ottawa scholarships
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5. Mount Royal University scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $11,000 CAD
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6. Athabasca University scholarships
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7. Ontario University scholarships
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8. MacEwan University scholarships
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- Scholarship amount : Up to $15,000 CAD
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12. HEC Montreal scholarships
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13. University of Lethbridge scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $20,000 CAD
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14. British Columbia University Scholarships
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15. Desjardins scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $5000 CAD
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16. King’s University scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $4000 CAD
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17. Queen’s University scholarships
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18. Trent University scholarships
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19. Concordia University Scholarships
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20. Victoria University scholarships
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21. Acadia University scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $10,000 CAD
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22. Cape Breton University scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $7,500 CAD
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23. Brock University Scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $13,800 CAD
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24. Lakehead University scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $12,000 CAD
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25. Carleton University Scholarships
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26. Laurentian University scholarships
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27. Manitoba University Scholarships
- Scholarship amount : Up to $20,000 CAD
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So, to conclude our post, we have presented to you the 27 best PhD scholarships in Canada in 2023 for Canadian, international and foreign students.
Indeed, these PhD Canadian scholarships presented in this article are considered to be among the best free scholarships in Canada .
By the way, getting a Canadian scholarship is the best way to finance your university studies in Canada.
Moreover, as we mentioned before, thanks to these scholarships, you can study for free in Canada and this by searching for the Canadian full PhD scholarships .
In addition, various information may also interest you:
- Steps to get a scholarship in Canada
- Steps to apply for a scholarship in Canada
- And finally, steps to study in Canada for free
Furthermore, you should note that if the application dates are closed, you are obliged to wait for the next reopening of applications.
So, do not hesitate to contact the university or organization that offers the scholarship of your choice to ask for more information.
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Canada Graduate Scholarships – Doctoral program
The Canada Graduate Scholarships – Doctoral (CGS D) program is a federal program of scholarships awarded through national competitions by the granting agencies: the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC).
Description
Agency-specific doctoral awards, eligibility, program of study, application procedures, application deadlines, selection process, indigenous applicants, selection criteria, notification of results, conditions of the award, official languages, related opportunities.
The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships – Doctoral (CGS D) program is to promote continued excellence in Canadian research by rewarding and retaining high-calibre doctoral students at Canadian institutions. By providing support for a high-quality research training experience to awardees, the CGS D program strives to foster impacts within and beyond the research environment.
The CGS D program supports and promotes research excellence in a wide variety of disciplines and broad fields of health, natural sciences and engineering, and social sciences and humanities, including interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary research. This support allows scholars to fully concentrate on their doctoral studies, to seek out the best research mentors in their chosen fields and to contribute to the Canadian research ecosystem during and beyond the tenure of their awards.
In addition to the CGS D, each agency has its own doctoral awards.
For all three agencies, one application must be completed and submitted to be considered for both a CGS D award and either an agency-specific doctoral award (for NSERC/SSHRC applications) or any available doctoral Priority Announcements (for CIHR applications). CGS D awards are then offered for the top-ranked eligible applications in each agency’s competition.
Some eligibility requirements for CGS D differ from those of the agency-specific doctoral awards. Refer to the appropriate literature for CIHR , NSERC and SSHRC for further details as well as information on doctoral awards tenable at foreign institutions.
To be eligible to apply, you must
- be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada or a Protected Person under subsection 95(2) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada), as of the application deadline
- have completed no more than 24 months of full-time study in your doctoral program by December 31 of the calendar year of application if previously enrolled in a graduate program
- have completed no more than 36 months of full-time study in your joint program by December 31 of the calendar year of application if enrolled in a joint program; such as, MD/PhD, MA/PhD
- if you fall into this category, you have access to the 36-month window whether or not you were previously enrolled in a master’s program
- have completed no more than 36 months of full-time study in your doctoral program by December 31 of the calendar year of application if enrolled directly from a bachelor’s to a PhD program (without having completed or enrolled in another graduate program)
- direct-entry applicants must be enrolled in their doctoral program at the time of application
Note: To maximize your potential period of funding, you may be eligible to apply to the CGS M program for your first year of doctoral funding. You are responsible for choosing the type of award for which you apply. See Other restrictions below for more information.
Number of months
Eligibility for CGS D is based on the number of months of full-time study, including summer months, toward the degree for which you are requesting funding by December 31 of the calendar year of application . Two terms of part-time study count as one term of full-time study.
Note: The agencies count all studies toward the doctoral degree for which funding is requested, whether or not they were completed at the degree-granting institution.
Fast-track and joint programs
If you were registered in a master’s program and subsequently transferred to a doctoral program (fast-track), the months of study completed are calculated starting from the date on which you transferred into the doctoral program. If you are registered in a joint program, and a master’s degree is obtained as part of the program (for example, MA/PhD), the months of study are calculated starting from the date on which you are officially registered in the joint program (including the master’s portion of the program).
Other restrictions
- You can submit a maximum of one scholarship or fellowship application per academic year to either CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC. Should more than one application be submitted, the eligible application submitted first chronologically will be retained. Nominations to the Vanier CGS program and applications to the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program do not count toward this limit (other exceptions may apply to CIHR internships).
- You cannot have already received a doctoral-level scholarship from CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC (does not apply to CIHR Fellowships).
- You cannot hold a tenure or tenure-track appointment concurrently with your CGS D award.
An eligible doctoral program must include a significant research component that leads to the completion of a thesis, major research project, dissertation, scholarly publication, performance, recital and/or exhibit that is merit/expert-reviewed at the institutional level as a requirement for completion of the program.
Joint programs with a professional degree (for example, MD/PhD, DVM/PhD, JD/PhD, MBA/PhD) as well as clinically oriented programs of study , including clinical psychology, are eligible if they have a significant autonomous research component as described above.
Selecting the appropriate agency
You should complete the agency application that is best aligned with your research subject matter to ensure that it is reviewed by experts in disciplines closest to your field(s) of study. For more information refer to Selecting the appropriate federal granting agency .
To complete the application process, refer to the appropriate agency’s application website and instructions.
CIHR: ResearchNET and instructions NSERC: Online system and instructions SSHRC: Online system and instructions
Incomplete applications will be rejected from the competition.
Where to submit an application
You must apply either through a Canadian institution or directly to the appropriate agency depending on your registration status at the application deadline date and/or your registration status in the calendar year of application. Failure to submit an application through the correct channel will result in your application being rejected .
To determine the correct channel, you must
- determine if an institution has a quota for your selected agency
- refer to the chart and supporting information in the document Where should I submit my application?
If you are unsure of your registration status in the calendar year of application, contact your faculty of graduate studies (or its equivalent).
The term “quota” refers to the maximum number of applications an institution can forward to each agency’s national competition. Institutions receive separate quotas from each agency ( CIHR , NSERC and SSHRC ).
Institution deadlines
If you are applying through an institution, you must submit your application by the deadline set by the institution, which may be well in advance of the agency deadline.
For more information about institutional deadlines, you should contact your faculty of graduate studies (or its equivalent).
Agency deadlines
If you are eligible to apply directly to one of the agencies (consult “Where should I submit my application?” ), you must submit using the appropriate agency application portal before 8:00 p.m. (ET) on October 17. If the deadline falls on a weekend, applications can be submitted the following business day before 8:00 p.m. (ET). Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Institutional review
The faculty of graduate studies (or its equivalent) at each Canadian institution is responsible for coordinating the institutional evaluation of CGS D applications. Institutions then submit applications according to their quotas for consideration to each agency.
Agency review
Agency selection committees review applications (whether sent directly to the agencies or via the institutions).
Institutions may recommend applications from self-identified Indigenous applicants to the doctoral awards competition beyond their application quota. Indigenous applicants must agree to their personal information being used for this purpose by making the appropriate selection in the application form.
The evaluation of CGS D applications, whether by institutions or the agencies, is based on the following criteria:
Applicants whose applications were submitted to the agencies, whether directly or via their institution, will be notified of results by April 30.
The agencies will publish the names (and other basic award information) of scholarship recipients on their respective websites.
For more information, see the Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act .
Applicants and award holders must comply with the policies and guidelines set out in the Tri-agency research training award holder’s guide and in any other documents related to scholarship applications and awards.
The agencies reserve the right to interpret and enforce the policies and guidelines for their funding opportunities set out in their published materials.
Award holders may be eligible to hold their awards part time. Refer to the Tri-agency research training award holder’s guide for further information.
Applicants may submit their application in the official language of their choice. Institutions must have mechanisms in place to review both English and French applications.
CGS D holders may be eligible for:
- Canada Graduate Scholarships—Michael Smith Foreign Study supplements
- Canada Graduate Scholarships to Honour Nelson Mandela
- SSHRC supplements and related initiatives
- NSERC supplements
- CIHR related initiatives
For further information, contact the appropriate agency:
CIHR contact centre [email protected]
NSERC [email protected]
SSHRC [email protected]
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How to Study a PhD in Canada
By Sabrina Collier
An increasingly attractive and multicultural study destination, Canada is a great option to consider for your PhD studies, offering a wealth of research opportunities to help you expand your expertise. More than a third of the country’s overall research is conducted at Canadian universities, and this work contributes billions to the country’s economy.
What are the admission requirements?
The requirements to study in Canada at doctorate level vary between universities and courses, but you generally need the following:
- A master’s degree in a related field, with strong grades and proven research ability and potential.
- Proof of language ability, depending on whether you study in English or French, if either language is not your first language and you haven’t previously studied in either language. (Some programs in French-speaking Quebec are conducted in both languages).
- A strong score in a graduate admissions test such as the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
In exceptional cases, you may be able to study a PhD with “accelerated admission” – that is, without a master’s degree. In this process, you’ll need to have outstanding grades in the last two years of your bachelor’s degree (a first-class average) and other demonstrations of your high academic potential, such as research publications.
How long are PhDs in Canada?
Most PhDs in Canada take about four to six years to complete.
How do I apply for a PhD in Canada?
Although the admissions process can vary between Canadian universities, you’ll generally need to follow the following steps to apply for a PhD:
1. Decide which PhD course you’d like to apply for , identifying your supervisor and chosen research topic. This may be an advertised, structured PhD in which the scope of the research is already outlined by the university (particularly in the sciences), or alternatively (particularly in arts and humanities) you could suggest and outline your own research project with an open PhD. Once you’ve found a supervisor, some universities may ask for a letter of support from your chosen supervisor to be included in your application documents.
2. If applying for an open PhD, you’ll need to submit a research proposal following the guidelines set by your university and generally outlining what you want to research, and why this is a worthwhile project.
3. Apply online, paying the appropriate application fee and attaching the necessary documents to your application. This could be all or some of the following:
- Statement of purpose – this should outline your background and academic/professional experience, including any awards, publications or relevant experience you can offer. You should also discuss your career goals and anything else stipulated by the university, keeping to the word limit.
- Two or three letters of reference (including one from your intended supervisor). Your referees should be academic, where possible.
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates – Canadian universities may require that your university mails an official transcript, which should be in English or accompanied by a perfectly translated document.
- Writing sample (most likely for arts and humanities PhDs)
- Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Language test results, if needed
- Portfolio of creative work (if applying for an arts/humanities PhD)
Some Canadian universities may also ask you to attend an admission interview .
4. Once accepted, the next step is to apply for your study permit , which acts as your student visa for your stay. You should also take out health insurance, and check your university’s website for orientation advice.
How much does it cost to study a PhD in Canada?
Tuition fees for a PhD in Canada vary between universities and courses, and will generally be around twice that of fees for Canadian students. An exception to this is the University of Toronto , where most international PhD students will pay the same tuition fees as domestic students, starting from fall 2018.
To give you an example of the cost of a PhD in Canada, the University of British Columbia charges CA$7,641 (~US$5,760) per year for Masters by Research or PhDs, while PhDs are CA$$10,240 (~US$7,700) in years one and two at the University of Manitoba .
What PhD scholarships and other funding opportunities are available?
Thankfully, many PhD scholarships are available to help make studying in Canada more affordable to international students, with many awards based on academic merit. The Canadian government runs a useful website with a search tool to find scholarships based on your country of origin. Other good places to look are the official websites of Canadian universities, which may provide their own scholarships search tool to help you find one relevant to your situation and country of origin.
Some examples of PhD scholarships to study in Canada include:
- The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships , which award CA$50,000 (~US$37,700) per year to highly-qualified international and home PhD students in the fields of social sciences and/or humanities, natural sciences and/or engineering and health.
- The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation doctoral scholarships , which at the time of writing is currently in the process of being reworked.
- The University of British Columbia Four Year Doctoral Fellowship provides a stipend of at least CA$18,200 (~US$13,700) per year plus full tuition for outstanding international/home doctoral students for all four years of their studies.
Teaching/research assistantships
Many students also decide to fund their studies by taking part in a research or teaching assistantship – in these, you can work as a teaching or research assistant in exchange for a stipend and/or have your tuition fully or partially covered.
As a research assistant, you’ll work to help a faculty member (which may be your supervisor) by assisting with data collection, analysis, report writing, lab/office organization and other tasks. As a teaching assistant, you’ll support your department with its undergraduate programs, teaching one or more sections of the course, conducting laboratory sections, holding office hours and grading undergraduate papers. To become a teaching assistant, you’ll need to demonstrate your mastery of the course and ability to effectively facilitate students’ learning.
To apply for a research or teaching assistantship, you’ll need to check the information posted by your university and likely fill in an online application form.
Can I work in Canada part-time during my studies?
Yes, all full-time students with a valid study permit can work part-time on or off campus for up to 20 hours per week during university semesters and full time during semester breaks. However, some PhD courses may stipulate that you shouldn’t work for more than 10 hours per week during term time – particularly if you’ve been granted funding to study in Canada. It’s also important to consider that your PhD will take up a considerable amount of time and challenging work, so you might prefer to focus entirely on your studies. Also, it’s not advised to rely on part-time work to fund your living expenses. You’ll need a Social Insurance Number to work in Canada.
Can I stay and work in Canada after my PhD?
Yes – if you’d like to stay after graduation to find work in Canada, you can apply for the P ost-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) which allows you to stay and gain valuable work experience for a maximum of three years. And if you’re interested in becoming a permanent resident, this post-graduation work experience helps you to qualify to apply for permanent residency in Canada via Express Entry. Find out more here .
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This article was originally published in April 2017. It was updated in June 2018.
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The former Assistant Editor of TopUniversities.com, Sabrina wrote and edited articles to guide students from around the world on a wide range of topics. She has a bachelor's degree in English Literature and Creative Writing from Aberystwyth University and grew up in Staffordshire, UK.
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