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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Canada to help fund your studies abroad or in Canada. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are open for the Kokyo Design Award 2025. The Kokyo Design Award is an international competition for product design that aims to co-create with talented designers and support their activities.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Post-Harvest Loss Innovation Prize 2024. The Post Harvest Loss Innovation Prize is seeking innovative solutions that reduce post-harvest loss for smallholder farmers in emerging markets. Funding from the prize is unrestricted.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship 2024/2025 are now open. The Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowships provide a year of support for doctoral students preparing to embark on innovative dissertation research projects in the humanities and interpretive social sciences.
Date Posted: 31 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the British Academy Innovation Fellowships Scheme 2024-2025. The Innovation Fellowships scheme will provide funding and support for established early-career and mid-career researchers in the Humanities and Social Sciences to partner with organisations and business in the creative, cultural, public, private and policy sectors, to address challenges that require innovative approaches and solutions.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the CIHEAM Youth Innovation Award 2024. The CIHEAM launched the Youth Innovation Award in 2022 to reward innovative solutions, designed and implemented by young people, to accelerate green and blue transition processes towards more sustainable, inclusive and equitable food systems in the Mediterranean (SFS Med).
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) Med Youth Lab. The UfM Med Youth Lab 2024 is a five-day skill-building event that aims to equip young individuals with project development and soft skills .
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2024
The call for applications for the OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in the Developing World is now open.
Date Posted: 30 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Digital Transformation of Health Lab (DTH-Lab) Regional Youth Champions. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
Nominations are open for the Shireen Abu Akleh Prize 2024. The bravery and determination of women journalists will be recognised in a new annual prize awarded by the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) and the International Francophone Press Union (UPF).
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
Do you have a passion for inclusivity and diversity? Have you ever wondered how to tackle global issues with a moral and ethical foundation? The Universal Youth Leadership Summit (UYLS) 2024, held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, aims to address these questions by bringing together young leaders worldwide to discuss, learn, and share strategies for empowering youth in their communities.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
The Pershing Square Foundation provides up to 6 fully-funded Oxford Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship to international students in 2025. Selected applicants can pursue a master’s degree and an MBA at Oxford University. These scholarships cover both the master’s degree and the MBA year. Students can pursue any of the 1+1 MBA partnering programs and combine it with our MBA.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Bowseat True Blue Fellowship 2024. The True Blue Fellowship aims to connect and empower youth around the world to leverage the creative arts to enact change in local communities to safeguard the ocean, waterways, and the climate.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Purpose Earth Grant 2024. Purpose Earth is a grant and mentorship program empowering leaders and their transformative solutions to our global challenges.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the WFP Climate Adaptation Innovation Accelerator Programme 2024. The World Food Programme (WFP) Innovation Accelerator, with support from the Adaptation Fund, has launched the Climate Adaptation Innovation Accelerator Programme as part of the Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator (AFCIA) partnership.
Date Posted: 29 Jul, 2024
Recruitment for the February 2025 cohort of NHS Global Fellowships is now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2024
Proposals are invited for the International Labour Organization (ILO) #IdeathonForSocialJustice Initiative 2024. The #IdeathonForSocialJustice Initiative calls on young enthusiasts and change-makers from all over Latin America and the Caribbean to submit innovative proposals to share their vision of social justice and explore ways to achieve it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Camargo Fellowship 2025-2026. This fellowship is open to artists, scholars and thinkers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program at Harvard University. Radcliffe fellows are exceptional scientists, writers, scholars, public intellectuals, and artists whose work is making a difference in their professional fields and in the larger world.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Youth Climate Training Programme 2024. The Global Youth Climate Training Programme (GYCT) is a free, fully online capacity-building programme that equips people aged 16-35 with the knowledge and confidence necessary to engage in international climate policy.
Date Posted: 26 Jul, 2024
Applications for the Belfast Legacy Award to Attend One Young World Summit 2024 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Jul, 2024
1. Why should I study in Canada?
Canada is known for its high-quality education system, diverse cultural environment, and globally recognized degrees. Canadian universities are ranked among the top in the world, offering a wide range of programs in various disciplines. Also, Canada is a safe, welcoming country with a high standard of living. This makes it an attractive destination for international students.
2. What are the admission requirements to study in Canada?
Admission requirements to study in Canada vary depending on the level of study (undergraduate, graduate) and the institution. Generally, students need a high school diploma or equivalent for undergraduate programs, while graduate programs usually require a bachelor's degree. Also, students must provide proof of English or French language proficiency (e.g., IELTS or TOEFL for English, TEF for French) and meet the specific program prerequisites.
3. How much does it cost to study in Canada?
Tuition fees for international students in Canada vary depending on the institution and program. On average, undergraduate programs cost between CAD 15,000 to CAD 35,000 per year, while graduate programs may range from CAD 10,000 to CAD 40,000 per year. In addition to tuition, students should budget for living expenses, which can range from CAD 10,000 to CAD 15,000 annually, depending on the location and lifestyle. Check out the cheapest universities in Canada for international students here.
4. Can international students work while studying in Canada?
Yes, international students in Canada can work part-time (up to 20 hours per week) during the academic year and full-time during scheduled breaks, such as summer or winter holidays, without a work permit. This helps students cover some of their living expenses while gaining valuable work experience.
5. Are there scholarships available for international students in Canada?
Yes, many Canadian universities offer scholarships, grants, and bursaries to international students based on academic merit, financial need, or other criteria. Popular scholarships include the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships, and the Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship Program.
6. What is a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)?
A Designated Learning Institution (DLI) is a school authorized by a provincial or territorial government in Canada to host international students. To apply for a study permit in Canada, you must have an acceptance letter from a DLI. Note that not all schools in Canada are DLIs, so it's important to check if the institution you are applying to has this designation.
7. How do I apply for a study permit in Canada?
To apply for a study permit, you will need an acceptance letter from a DLI, proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses, a valid passport, and a clean criminal record. You may also be required to provide medical exam results. The application can be submitted online or at a Canadian visa office in your home country.
8. What are the language requirements for studying in Canada?
Most Canadian institutions require proof of English or French language proficiency. For English-speaking universities, common tests include IELTS and TOEFL. For French-speaking institutions, the Test d'évaluation de français (TEF) is often required. Each institution has its own minimum score requirements, so it's important to check with the specific program you are applying to.
9. Can I stay in Canada after I graduate?
Yes, after completing a study program at a DLI, international students can apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The PGWP allows graduates to work in Canada for up to three years, depending on the length of their study program. This experience can help them qualify for permanent residency through immigration programs such as the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) or Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs). Check out the cheapest PGWP-eligible DLI colleges in Canada here.