Awards + Funding

Graduate Studies provides merit-based awards to graduate students of high academic achievement. The specific eligibility, application process, value and duration of these awards and scholarships differ.

Admission Funding Offer

A funding offer, outlining various sources of funding, may have been outlined in your admission offer when you applied for admission to your graduate program. Be sure to read the sections of the Graduate Student Handbook on Admission Funding Offer to understand the sources and rules of your funding offer. 

Apply for Awards

Some awards are applied for through the Graduate Awards Application System (GA3).

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Internal + Donor Funded Awards

Internal and Donor Funded awards are funded through the University’s Scholarship, Bursary and Award funds, Departmental or Faculty funds or through the generosity of our donors.

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Tri-agency & Government Awards

Tri-agency & Government Awards are funded through private, provincial or federal sources.

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External + Additional Awards

This page lists external funding agencies, organized by research areas or funding audience.

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Roles + Responsibilities

Know your roles and responsibilities throughout the award process.

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Payments + Policies

Details on how your awards are paid out and how to manage your award.

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Undergraduate Student Research Awards

The USRA program is funded through various sources and is designated for undergraduate students looking for graduate level research experience.

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