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The New Brunswick Innovation Foundation provides over $700,000 in recruitment scholarships and awards annually, with recruitment awards offerec to individual graduate students that carry minimum value of $4,000.
Students looking to access NBIF funding at UNB will need to be nominated by their Department or Faculty.The New Brunswick Health Research Foundation is our biggest supporter for students focused on health-related research.
Masters, Doctoral and even undergraduate studentships are available through the NBHRF.
Eligible doctoral candidates can apply for the prestigious Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Graduate Fellowships in the fall annually. Students interested in applying must submit their application online to the Foundation.
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation scholarships provide:
The Mackenzie King Scholarships were set up under the will of the Rt. Hon. W.L. Mackenzie King (1874-1950), who was Prime Minister of Canada 1921-26, 1926-30, and 1935-48.
University of New Brunswick graduate students are eligible to apply for both the Open and Travelling scholarships.
Applications must be forwarded to the School of Graduate Studies no later than February 01, annually.
Our relationship with Mitacs provides funding support for students while they also gain real-world work experience, either locally or abroad, and while continuing towards completion of the graduate programs.
Online and in-person workshops are also available throughout the year through the Mitacs Professional Development Program.
Interested in studying abroad? MITACS Globlink program offers funding for students to travel to a number of destinations on projects lasting 12-24 weeks.
The Rhodes Scholarship ranks among the oldest and most prestigious global scholarship programs, providing an opportunity for top young scholars around the world to study at the University of Oxford. Rhodes scholars are noted for outstanding academic achievement , character, leadership and commitment to service.
If you are considering applying for a Rhodes Scholarship, visit the Rhodes Website. Then consult carefully the eligibility and application criteria associated specifically with applying for a Rhodes Scholarship for Canada as detailed on this webpage.
Students seeking endorsement for their application through UNB must be a current UNB student or graduate and must submit the following to sgsaward@unb.ca: a current CV, up-to-date transcripts and a copy of their personal and academic statements for the Rhodes application. These materials must be received no later than August 15th annually.
Application is very competitive. Students selected through the review process to be endorsed by UNB will be contacted and provided a code which will allow them to complete their Rhodes application online.
A legacy of former New Brunswick Lieutenant Governor J. Leaonard O'Brien (1958-1965) and his wife Kathleen, the O'Brien Foundation Fellowships are one-time (non-renewable) awards that support post-graduate research or training in any disciplinary field.
UNB Graduate students who demonstrate significant potential in their field and have resided in New Brunswick for a minumum of 5 years can apply online through the foundation's web portal for an O'Brien Fellowship. The annual deadline for submission of application is November 1.
Announced in 2019, the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill are Canada’s first comprehensive, leadership-driven scholarships for master’s and professional degree students.
The McCall MacBain Scholarship covers:
Tuition and fees for an eligible master’s or professional program
A living stipend of $2,000 per month during academic terms
A comprehensive enrichment program including mentorship, interdisciplinary learning, and access to a global community.
Up to 30 McCall MacBain Scholarships (20 Domestic and 10 International) will be offered to students to begin their studies at McGill in the fall of 2023.
Selection Criteria
McCall MacBain Scholars will have a track record of community engagement, informed by a sense of duty, empathy, intellectual curiosity, grit, and a willingness to take risks. They aim to create meaningful and lasting change, while improving the lives of others.
Scholars will be selected based on:
Exceptional character
Community engagement
Leadership potential
Entrepreneurial spirit
Academic strength and intellectual curiosity
Eligibility Criteria
Education: You have a bachelor’s degree, or are on track to graduate with one by August 2023 and meet the minimum degree and language requirments for McGill masters program admission.
Please note that candidates must plan to apply for Summer/Fall 2023 admission to an eligible full-time master’s or professional program at McGill University.
Value
The McCall MacBain Scholarship covers tuition and fees, as well as a living stipend of $2,000 per month during academic terms. It also provides access to a comprehensive enrichment program.
Deadlines
The McCall MacBain Scholarship application will be open from June to September 2021 for those planning to start a program in Fall 2023. Canada and U.S applications should apply by September 21, 2022. International applicatants must apply by August 24, 2022.