Connect with OGS@viu.ca for help with these awards.
Awards you can use as a grad student at VIU
The Laura Bassi Scholarship was established by Editing Press in 2018 to provide editorial assistance to postgraduates and junior academics whose research focuses on neglected topics of study within their disciplines. The scholarships are open to every discipline.
Value: $750 for Master's candidates
Deadlines: March 24, 2024; July 24, 2024; November 24, 2024
Availability: Graduate
A number of graduate awards for Canadian women.
Value: Varies
Deadline: November 2024
Availability: Must be Canadian women pursuing graduate studies (master's or PhD)
Learn about the Canadian Federation of University Women Awards
The Mackenzie King Open Scholarship is open to graduates of any Canadian university in graduate studies (master's or doctoral) in any field, in Canada or elsewhere.
Value: Open - $9,000 (approx.); Travelling - $11,500 (approx.)
Deadline: February 1
Availability: Graduate
Contact: VIU students contact Vanessa.Moraes@viu.ca.
These scholarships will support graduate students who propose to pursue research that contributes to the body of knowledge on food insecurity, including determinants, risk factors, impacts, and the efficacy of potential interventions such as programs, policies, and market instruments.
Value: $15,000
Deadline: February 23, 2024
Availability: A master’s or PhD student of any discipline enrolled at a Canadian university
Traditional Fulbright Canada Student awards are intended for Canadian citizens who are graduate students, prospective graduate students, or promising young professionals who wish to study and/or conduct research in the United States. Awards may be held at any university, research center, think tank, or government agency in the United States.
Research Awards are for students enrolled in a graduate program at a Canadian university who wish to conduct research in the United States.
Value: $25,000USD for 9 months
Deadline: November 15
Contact: We highly recommended you connect with Vanessa.Moraes@viu.ca if you want to apply for this award.
Scholarships for graduate students undertaking research in health, natural sciences, engineering, social sciences or humanities.
Value: $17,500 for 12 months
Deadline: December 1
Availability: For students entering their first or second year the following September. Normally, you apply for this in the last year of your undergrad or the first year of your graduate program.
Contact: We highly recommended you connect with Vanessa.Moraes@viu.ca if you want to apply for this award. She can help incoming VIU students and current students (even if you are not doing your master's at VIU).
PhD level awards
Planning to further your studies with a doctorate? VIU can support you with your PhD award application.
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships support students in the social sciences and humanities, natural sciences and engineering, and health-related fields with leadership skills and a high standard of scholarly achievement.
Value: $50,000 annually
Deadline: Consult nominating institution for submission deadline. Expect early fall.
Availability: Graduate (PhD level).
The CGS D program supports high-calibre students engaged in doctoral programs in all academic disciplines.
Value: $35,000 per year for up to 3 years
Deadline: October 17 at 8 pm (ET)
Availability: Graduate (PhD level)
The SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships support high-calibre students engaged in doctoral programs in the social sciences and humanities.
Value: $20,000 per year for up to 4 years
Deadline: October 17 at 8 pm (ET)
Availability: Graduate (PhD level)
This program supports high-calibre students in an eligible doctoral program (see Eligibility criteria for students and fellows) in the natural sciences or engineering.
Value: $21,000
Deadline: October 17 at 8 pm (ET)
Availability: Graduate
Awards you can use for research or studies only at other schools
Traditional Fulbright Canada Student awards are intended for Canadian citizens who are graduate students, prospective graduate students, or promising young professionals who wish to study and/or conduct research in the United States. Awards may be held at any university, research center, think tank, or government agency in the United States.
Formal Enrolment Awards are for students who plan to enroll in a graduate program at an American university.
Value: $25,000USD for 9 months
Deadline: November 15
Contact: We highly recommended you connect with Vanessa.Moraes@viu.ca if you want to apply for this award.
D5020 (Vancover Island Rotary) funds one District Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship (DRAS) for one year of study in a post-baccalaureate program related to the Object of Rotary or the new Mission of The Rotary Foundation.
Value: $15,000 USD, potentially more
Deadline: Will post when announced
Availability: Graduate; DRAS scholars are required to study in a country other than Canada or the USA.
Contact: Need to contact Harry.Panjer@gmail.com several months prior
McCall MacBain Scholars connect with mentors and participate in an interdisciplinary leadership program while pursuing a fully funded master's or professional degree at McGill University.
Value: The scholarship covers tuition and fees for the full normal duration of the master's or professional program, a living stipend of $2,000 CAD per month during academic terms, and a relocation grant for moving to Montréal. Finalist and Regional Award also available.
Deadline: Applications are closed for September 2024 admission.
Availability: Graduate (Master's) and Professional
Contact: We highly recommend you connect with Vanessa.Moraes@viu.ca if you want to apply for this award. She can help incoming VIU students and current students (even if you are not doing your master's at VIU).
Chevening Scholarships enable outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world to pursue one-year master's degrees in the UK.
Value: Flights, accommodation, and course fees are all included
Deadline: November 1
Availability: For a master's level degree
Towards tuition fees for any one year of full-time study on a postgraduate Master's programme at any of Scotland's higher education institutions.
Value: £8000
Deadline: TBA
Availability: for a master's student studying in Scotland
The Travelling Scholarship is available to graduates of Canadian universities who pursue graduate study in the United States or the United Kingdom in the areas of international relations or industrial relations.
Value: Open - $9,000 (approx.); Travelling - $11,500 (approx.)
Deadline: February 1
Availability: Graduate
Contact: VIU students contact Kendra.Stiwich@viu.ca.
Learn about the W.L. Mackenzie King Memorial Travelling Scholarship