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The following list contains Internal and Donor funded awards available to your academic unit. Click on the award name to read more about the award, including the full eligibility and requirements.
Most award funding is contingent upon satisfactory progress in the annual Graduate Progress Report.
Award values
Awards values listed are approximations and vary in value and number depending on the terms of reference of the award, as well as the availability of funds.
When to apply
Main award competitions are open in the spring, with student deadlines falling between March-June. Some departments may run subsequent competitions in later cycles with the student deadline usually falling in the second month of the term (October or February).
Deadlines posted in the Graduate Awards System supersede those posted elsewhere.
See Award Application Tips to learn more about using GA3 and Internal + Donor Funded Awards.
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Terms of Reference
- The Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology Dean's Fund Graduate Fellowship (FCAT-GF) is a merit-based award.
- To be eligible to hold a Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology Dean's Fund Graduate Fellowship, a student must be registered as a full-time, regular (not "on leave" or "part-time") student, and should normally have a first class (>3.5) grade point average. However, good standing in research ability may outweigh the grade point average criterion. A student may not be recommended for a FCAT-GF while carrying a deferred grade.
- Each school will advise applicants of the criteria of academic merit, based on grades, research ability and progress.
- Recipients of the Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology Dean's Fund Graduate Fellowship may accept scholarship support from other sources, but the total value of the support (external scholarships, internal scholarships and research assistantships) should not exceed $60,000 per year (effective Fall 2021).
- There is no restriction on FCAT-GF recipients receiving income for other work during the tenure of the FCAT-GF, except as noted in Point 4. Recipients should be aware that some external awards may restrict students from holding a FCAT-GF at the same time as the external award.
- Students will normally be eligible to receive FCAT-GF support during the first nine (9) semesters of a Master's program and during the first fifteen (15) semesters of a PhD program. (Where a student transfers from a Master's program directly into a PhD program, the first term registered in the PhD program will be used to determine eligibility.)
- Applicants may apply for and be recommended for one semester of support in each academic year (commencing in the Fall academic term).
- Awards are made by the Senate Awards Adjudication Committee on the recommendation of each Schools Graduate Program Committee.
- Application is made on the Graduate Award Application System and MUST include all post-secondary transcripts.
Revised: June 2016
Terms of Reference:
- Intent: this award is intended to recruit outstanding applicants to masters and PhD programs by offering a multi-year award.
- Value and duration: students must be registered full time, regular (not on leave) to receive payment:
- valued between $1,000 - $8,000 (annual max per year is 24K)
- held for a maximum of 2 (masters) or 4 (PhD) years.
- Eligibility criteria: the candidate must:
- be entering as a full-time graduate student in a masters or PhD program.
- have a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, the successful candidate must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold the award.
- Evaluation criteria: academic units may add additional eligibility and evaluation criteria for their program, provided all additional criteria are approved by Graduate Studies and communicated/published to students. Generally, awards are granted based on:
- the extent to which the student has made excellent progress
- demonstrated academic excellence
- research and/or scholarly output and leadership
- Restrictions specific to this award: Restrictions are detailed in the GDES Guidelines
- Students offered a major entrance award (eg., Simons Foundation Scholarship, Indigenous Entrance Award etc...) and a GDES must decline the lower value award.
- GDES funding will be adjusted when a student receives a Tri-agency award (CIHR, NSERC or SSHRC).
- Some admission funding sources cannot be deferred; students must discuss options with their academic unit.
- Some funding sources cannot be transferred to a new or different program; students must discuss options with their academic unit
- Funding limits and policies: award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding.
- This scholarship is included in 間眅埶AVs annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
- All awards are subject to 間眅埶AVs general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
- Application and adjudication: students do not apply; they are nominated for this award. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC) on the recommendation of the Academic Units Graduate Program Chair or Awards Committee.
Revised May 2024/ For awards paid Fall 2024 onward
Terms of Reference
- Intent: this award is intended to recruit and support students in masters and PhD programs.
- Value and duration: students must be registered full time, regular (not on leave) to receive payment:
- valued at $3,500 or $7,000 per term (annual max $21,000).
- Academic units may use award values between $1,000 - $7,000, provided their principles and criteria are approved by Graduate Studies and appropriately communicated/published to students.
- held in 1 term
- Eligibility criteria: the candidate must:
- hold this award within the first 9 terms (masters) or 15 terms (PhD). Students who transfer from a masters to a PhD program without completing the masters program are eligible to hold this award within the first 15 terms from the PhD start date
- In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, the student must be taking at least six credits to be eligible
- have a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- have any other status than unsatisfactory in most recent progress report. If satisfactory with concerns, a clear plan must be outlined.
- Evaluation criteria: academic units may add additional eligibility and evaluation criteria for their program, provided all additional criteria are approved by Graduate Studies and communicated/published to students. Generally, awards are granted based on:
- the extent to which the student has made excellent progress
- demonstrated academic excellence
- research and/or scholarly output and leadership
- Restrictions specific to this award: Award values and maximums may depend on academic unit approval and budgetary restrictions. Some admission funding sources cannot be deferred; students must discuss options with their academic unit.
- Funding limits and policies: award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding.
- This scholarship is included in 間眅埶AVs annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
- All awards are subject to 間眅埶AVs general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
- Generally, awards are not paid retroactively once a new term starts.
- Application and adjudication: students can apply or be nominated for this award, depending on unit processes. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC) on the recommendation of the Academic Units Graduate Program Chair or Awards Committee.
Revised May 2024/ For awards paid Fall 2024 onward
Terms of Reference
- Intent: this award supports the travel and/or research component of the students graduate degree.
- Value and duration: students must be registered full time, regular (not on leave) to receive payment:
- valued between $200 - $7,000 depending on the expenses being submitted, academic unit approval and budgetary restrictions
- held in 1 term
- Eligibility criteria: the candidate must:
- hold this award within the first 9 terms (masters) or 15 terms (PhD). Students who transfer from a masters to a PhD program without completing the masters program are eligible to hold this award within the first 15 terms from the PhD start date.
- have a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- be a full-time graduate student in a masters or PhD program; students cannot hold this award while on a co-op or practicum term
- Evaluation criteria: academic units may add additional eligibility and evaluation criteria for their program, provided all additional criteria are approved by Graduate Studies and communicated/published to students. Generally, awards are granted based on:
- the extent to which the student has made excellent progress
- demonstrated academic excellence
- research and/or scholarly output and leadership
- Restrictions specific to this award: students cannot hold the Indigenous Travel award and this award to cover the same expense.
- Funding limits and policies: award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding.
- This scholarship is included in 間眅埶AVs annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
- All awards are subject to 間眅埶AVs general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
- Application and adjudication: students can apply or be nominated for this award, depending on unit processes. The application must include a reference by the students supervisor and an outline of expenses. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC) on the recommendation of the Academic Units Graduate Program Chair or Awards Committee.
Eligible Expenses
- Examples of ELIGIBLE travel expenses include travel for research purposes, travel to present at or attend a conference, workshop or seminar related to research.
- Examples of ELIGIBLE research related expenses include direct costs of doing research such as interpretation services, paid data sets, computers/laptops, reasonable computer peripherals (keyboard, mouse, microphones), art supplies. This award may also be used to reward research excellence.
- Examples of expenses NOT eligible include travel to practicums, co-ops, internships, job fairs or interviews, business or first class travel, course related travel or supplies (such as textbooks or journals).
Revised May 2024/ For awards paid Fall 2024 onward
Terms of Reference
- Intent: this award is intended to recruit and support incoming Canadian Indigenous students.
- Value and duration: students must be registered full time, regular (not on leave) to receive payment:
- Award values may vary, depending on other funding held
- Masters awards are 2 years, Doctoral awards are 4 years
- Eligibility: candidates must
- be entering a research-based masters or PhD program
- have Canadian citizenship and Indigenous identity
- Evaluation criteria: generally, awards are based on academic excellence, fit for the research being proposed and/or scholarly output and leadership. For these awards, additional considerations may include the following which indicate Indigenous excellence:
- Giving back to Indigenous communities or other community/collectives.
- Creative output, visual expression, cultural expression such as art, music, theatre, language, photography.
- Inclusivity and communication with community members, peers; seeking or giving mentorship and guidance
- Prior learning experiences, including those outside of academic settings.
- Restrictions specific to this award:
- Award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding.
- There is no restriction on scholarship recipients receiving income for work performed during tenure of the scholarship.
- Funding limits and policies:
- This scholarship is included in 間眅埶AV's annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
- All awards are subject to 間眅埶AV's general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
- Application and adjudication: awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee after a University-wide competition in which departmental nominations are considered.
Updated: September 2024, pending approval by SPCSAB / GUSE006
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of the Indigenous Graduate Travel Award is to provide financial support for Indigenous graduate students for the travel and/or research component of their research. Students can only apply for the Indigenous travel award once per academic year. Indigenous graduate students may apply for this fund before their travel to pay for costs in advance.
- To be eligible for this award, the following criteria must be met:
- This award is for Indigenous graduate students attending 間眅埶AV.
- Indigenous or Aboriginal is defined by Canadas 1982 Constitution as people identified as First Nations, M矇tis, and Inuit peoples of Canada.
- Disbursements of up to $1000 each may be applied for in each academic year (starting September 1 of each year).
- The funds will be given out on a first come / first applied for basis. The fund will be considered used for the year when the $5,000 limit for the year has been reached. Once the total fund has been distributed for the year, a message will be sent out through the Indigenous graduate student listserv.
- Repeat applications will be allowed from year-to-year. Preference, however, will be given to students who have not yet received money from this fund (this is at the discretion of Graduate Studies).
- Application includes:
- A completed budget which accounts for the requested amount;
- A letter of support from the applicants academic supervisor or a faculty member familiar with your work (to verify the students academic status, intent, and need).
Travel Report
Upon completion of travel, successful applicants will need to submit the following within two weeks to the Graduate Awards Assistant: gpsaward@sfu.ca
A concise Travel and Activity Report, written in language suitable for the general public. Contents and/or quotes from the report may be published in Graduate Studies promotional material. If you do not wish for your travel report to be published, please indicate so.
The following could be included in your report:
- The activities that were carried out, in respect to how the travel contributed to your research and/or scholarly activities
- Any unanticipated benefits derived from the travel, including those in relation to your current research objectives an/or to your general experience as a graduate student
- Any special issues or problems you encountered
Terms of Reference
- Intent: this award is intended to recruit outstanding international students who are starting a graduate program at 間眅埶AV with a major scholarship from their home country.
- Value and duration: students must be registered full time, regular (not on leave) to receive payment:
- valued at $1,500 per term
- paid up to a maximum of 2 (masters) or 4 (doctoral) years, provided the student continues to hold their country of origins scholarship to study abroad.
- Eligibility criteria: the candidate must:
- receive an award from their home country (or equivalent) that provides a stipend for living expenses to study abroad for at least 3 terms including costs of Health and Medical Insurance and student fees, other than tuition
- meet the English language requirements for 間眅埶AV program admission
- meet the CGPA requirements for 間眅埶AV program admission
- In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, students must be taking at least six credits. This award is not normally available in premium fee programs.
In addition: academic units are encouraged to match the value of the PIF through Teaching Assistantships or Research Assistantships on an annual basis provided the student is suitably qualified to act as a teaching assistant or tutor marker - Restrictions specific to this award:
- awardees must remain in good academic standing
- for students on an approved leave, the award payment will be interrupted until the student is again registered full-time; payments will be reinstated at that time.
- Funding limits and policies: award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding.
- This scholarship is included in 間眅埶AVs annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
- All awards are subject to 間眅埶AVs general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
- Application and Adjudication: interested students should contact Graduate Studies directly. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC) on the recommendation of the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies.
Revised May 2024/ For awards paid Fall 2024 onward
Terms of Reference
- Intent: this award is intended for outstanding students who are initiating their PhD program at 間眅埶AV with Tri-agency (CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC) or equivalent funding.
- Value and duration: students must be registered full time, regular (not on leave) to receive payment:
- valued at $1,500 per term
- paid congruently with the major award
- Eligibility criteria: the candidate must:
- be a full-time student in PhD program
- maintain good academic standing
- have applied for the Tri-agency (CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC) or other equivalent funding prior to applying for admission at 間眅埶AV.
- Evaluation criteria: students should contact graduate studies with concerns regarding eligibility or evaluation.
- Restrictions specific to this award:
- not normally available to students in specialty programs.
- for students on approved leave the award payment will be interrupted until the student is again registered full-time; payments will be reinstated at that time.
- Funding limits and policies: award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding.
- This scholarship is included in 間眅埶AVs annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
- All awards are subject to 間眅埶AVs general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
- Application and adjudication: students do not apply for this award; inquiries should be directed to Graduate Studies directly. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC) on the recommendation of the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies.
Revised May 2024/ For awards paid Fall 2024 onward
Terms of Reference
- Intent: this award is intended to recruit outstanding applicants to masters and PhD programs, who are considering admission to other institutions.
- Value and duration: students must be registered full time, regular (not on leave) to receive payment:
- valued between $1,000 - $10,000 (annual max per year is 10K)
- held in 1 term
- Eligibility criteria: the candidate must:
- be a full-time student in a masters or PhD program
- have a minimum CGPA of 3.00
- In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, the successful candidate must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold the award.
- Evaluation criteria: academic units may add additional eligibility and evaluation criteria for their program, provided all additional criteria are approved by Graduate Studies and communicated/published to students. Generally, awards are granted based on:
- the extent to which the student has made excellent progress
- demonstrated academic excellence
- research and/or scholarly output and leadership
- Restrictions specific to this award: some admission funding sources cannot be deferred; students deferring admission must discuss options with their academic unit.
- Funding limits and policies: award recipients may hold funding from other sources but should be aware that those other sources may have restrictions on funding.
- This scholarship is included in 間眅埶AVs annual maximum support permitted from university administered awards and scholarships.
- All awards are subject to 間眅埶AVs general graduate funding policies, outlined in the Graduate Student Handbook.
- Application and adjudication: students do not apply; they are nominated for this award. Awards are made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee (SGAAC) on the recommendation of the Academic Units Graduate Program Chair or Awards Committee.
Revised May 2024/ For awards paid Fall 2024 onward
54th Avenue Capital Corporation Annual Graduate Award By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended to provided support for graduate students who is registered full-time in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV and has demonstrated financial need, with unforeseen or unmet expenses. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this fund is to provide support for graduate students with unforeseen or unmet expenses.
- One or more awards, valued at $10,000 or more, will be granted annually in any term to a graduate student who meets the following criteria:
- is registered full-time in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV;
- is a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident; and
- has demonstrated financial need.
- Eligible student expenses may include but are not limited to:
- funding for personal expenses such as food and rent;
- travel expenses for family emergencies;
- travel expenses for education purposes such as conferences; and
- registration fees for conferences and workshops.
- Applications for the award will be made via the graduate awards systems managed by the Office of Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
- copy of most recent transcript; and
- a statement of financial need.
- The award will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Nov 2023 / GPSR129
Access Copyright Graduate Award in Publishing Studies By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Publishing |
This award is intended to provide financial support to Master of Publishing students, who have demonstrated experience within the Canadian book publishing and/or periodical publishing and/or music publishing sector. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of the Access Copyright Graduate Award in Publishing Studies (formerly known as CanCopy Graduate Award in Publishing Studies) is to provide financial support for a graduate student pursuing a Master of Publishing.
- To be eligible for the award, a student must satisfying the following criteria:
- registration at 間眅埶AV in the Master of Publishing graduate program
- demonstrated experience within the Canadian book publishing and/or periodical publishing and/or music publishing sector
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Application is through the Graduate Awards Application system and must be accompanied by:
- copies of all post-secondary transcripts
- a concise outline of the proposed or actual program of studies and area of professional emphasis.
- one letter of reference from a faculty member or senior industry member familiar with the applicant's recent work
- a curriculum vitae which includes the student's education and work history
- at least one short sample of professional, academic or business writing or portfolio piece
- The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
- The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, on the recommendation from the Director of the Master of Publishing Studies Program.
Revised: November 2017 / GESR050
Arthur and Ancie Fouks Graduate Entrance Award in Public Service Entrance Award By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended for an entering graduate student with a high level of public service. Students do not apply for this award - they must be nominated by the Graduate Program Chair of their new academic unit. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this endowed award is to recognize both outstanding academic performance and a high level of public service by a student entering a graduate program at 間眅埶AV.
- To be nominated, a student must be applying to enter a Master's or PhD program at 間眅埶AV.
- The selection criteria for this award are:
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
- demonstrated excellence in public service (e.g., volunteer leadership, public office) prior to admission to the graduate program
- promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level
- nomination by the department of intended enrolment
- To receive the award payment, the student must be registered in the intended graduate program at 間眅埶AV.
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application must include:
- Copies of all postsecondary transcripts
- One letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the nominee's academic work and public service record
- The award will be made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: April 2015 / GESR087
Aziz and Parin Dossa Graduate Community Outreach Award By Application | View Approx. Award Value | FASS |
This award is intended to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in any faculty at 間眅埶AV whose graduate research or community outreach project centers on building bridges and sustainable relationships between the Muslim community and other communities who wage the fight for equity, diversity and inclusion. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in any faculty at 間眅埶AV whose graduate research or community outreach project centers on building bridges and sustainable relationships between the Muslim community and other communities who wage the fight for equity, diversity and inclusion.
- One or more awards will be granted annually in any term to students who fulfill the following criteria:
- are registered full-time in a graduate program in any faculty;
- have demonstrated academic excellence in the most recent degree program completed
- or in their current degree program; and
- are conducting activist research or community outreach projects centered on building bridges and sustainable relationships between the Muslim community and other communities who wage the fight for equity, diversity and inclusion.
- This scholarship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Applications will be adjudicated via the graduate awards system managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
- copies of post-secondary transcripts;
- one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicants work; and
- a one-page statement that addresses their research or community outreach pursuits.
- The award will be granted each year to graduate students in any faculty by the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies upon the nomination from the Director, Centre for Comparative Muslim Studies.
Revised: April 2021 / GESR206
Bert Henry Memorial Graduate Entrance Scholarship Entrance Award By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Various programs |
This award is intended for an entering student with a record of high academic performance and potential for significant contributions in their field of study. The award is paid over the first year of study. Students must be nominated by the Graduate Program Chair of their new academic unit. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The Bert Henry Memorial Graduate Entrance Scholarship is paid over three terms. One scholarship is normally awarded every two years subject to available funding.
- The criteria for this award are:
- high academic performance
- potential for significant contribution to the recipient's field of study
- a Master's degree, or be in the process of completing a Master's degree and planning to enter a Doctoral program at 間眅埶AV. New students who began their graduate program in the Spring term (January 1) are also eligible to apply
- full-time registration in a Doctoral program at 間眅埶AV once the student is receiving the award payments. In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, the recipient must be taking at least 6 credits in order to hold the award
- Students must be nominated for this award by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted. The nomination must be accompanied by:
- a current, unofficial 間眅埶AV transcript and/or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent Masters degree program
- two letters of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work and research potential
- a current curriculum vitae
- The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: September 2021 / GPSR021
Catherine Anne McKay Publishing Award By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Publishing |
This award is intended to recognize graduate students in the Master of Publishing Program at 間眅埶AV. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to recognize graduate students in the Master of Publishing Program at 間眅埶AV.
- One or more awards will be granted annually in any term to students who meet the following criteria:
a. are registered full-time in the Master of Publishing in the term of eligibility; and
b. have demonstrated academic excellence in the most recent degree program completed or in their current degree program. - Preference for each additional award will be given to students who are interning in a Canadian publishing house.
- The award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Applications will be adjudicated via the graduate awards system managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
a. current, unofficial 間眅埶AV transcript or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent degree program completed; and
b. one letter of reference from an 間眅埶AV faculty member familiar with the applicant's work. - The award will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination by the Director, 間眅埶AV Publishing Program or their designate.
Revised: January 2022 / GESR118
Darcy and Karina Biagioni Family Graduate Scholarship Entrance Award By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended to help attract the best and brightest graduate students to 間眅埶AV by providing financial support to graduate students entering a masters or PhD program at 間眅埶AV. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this scholarship is to help attract the best and brightest graduate students to 間眅埶AV by providing financial support to graduate students entering a masters or PhD program at 間眅埶AV.
- One scholarship valued at a minimum of $50,000, split over the first 2 years of the program, will be granted to a student who fulfils the following criteria:
- is accepted to and will be registered full-time in a masters or PhD program at 間眅埶AV;
- has achieved excellent academic standing at the graduate level and, if applicable at the undergraduate level; and
- has demonstrated promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
- This scholarship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- A student may be granted the scholarship only once during their 間眅埶AV academic career.
- Students must be nominated for the scholarship by the Graduate Program Chair of their academic unit. Nominations should be made through the online Grad Awards, Application and Adjudication System (GA3) and must be accompanies by:
- a nomination letter; and
- copies of all post-secondary transcripts.
- The scholarship will be granted by the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
November 2023/GPSR109
Dr. Hari Sharma Foundation Annual Graduate Scholarship By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended to recognize and reward an outstanding student pursuing a graduate degree, whose field of study is of benefit to the South Asian community and pertains to South Asian history, culture, politics, or diaspora. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of the Dr. Hari Sharma Foundation Annual Graduate Scholarship is to recognize and reward an outstanding student pursuing a graduate degree, whose field of study is of benefit to the South Asian community and pertains to South Asian history, culture, politics, or diaspora.
- One scholarship will be awarded each year.
- The criteria for this award are:
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
- registration at 間眅埶AV in a graduate program
- demonstrated research focus on a topic of benefit to the South Asian community and related to the areas of South Asian history, culture, politics or diaspora
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Application is made on the Graduate Awards Application System and must be accompanied by:
- a concise description (one page or less) of the proposed or actual thesis research project
- a curriculum vitae summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship
- two letters of reference: one letter of reference from the student's supervisor confirming the student's research focus on South Asian history, culture, politics, or diaspora, and a second letter of reference from someone other than the supervisor who is familiar with the applicant's research abilities
- a current unofficial 間眅埶AV transcript and a copy of the transcript of the most recent degree program completed
- The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
- The scholarship will be awarded by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: April 2017 / GPSR057
Editors BC Scholarship in Publishing By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Publishing |
This award is intended to provide financial support for a graduate student pursuing a Master of Publishing degree, who demonstrates promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for students pursuing a Master of Publishing degree.
- The criteria for this award are:
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level;
- registration at 間眅埶AV in the Master of Publishing graduate program;
- promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research;
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- copies of all post-secondary transcripts
- one letter of reference from a 間眅埶AV faculty member familiar with the applicant's work
- one letter of reference from a board or staff member of a community organization with which the applicant is, or has been involved
- a concise outline of the proposed program of studies and area of professional emphasis
- a resume, including education and work history
- at least one short sample of professional, academic or business writing or portfolio piece
- The completed application and all supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
- The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee and on the recommendation of the Director of the Master of Publishing Program.
Revised: November 2017 / GPSR014
Flight 752 Graduate Memorial Scholarship By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This scholarship is intended to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in any Faculty who are pursuing a graduate degree at 間眅埶AV. Applicants must have contributed to the advancement of Persian culture and the Iranian community through volunteerism or research in Canada or in the applicant's country of origin. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in any Faculty who are pursuing a graduate degree at 間眅埶AV.
- One scholarship will be granted annually, in any term, to a student who fulfills the following criteria:
- is registered at 間眅埶AV in a graduate program in any faculty;
- has demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate or undergraduate level;
- shows promise of originality and creativity in research; and
- has contributed to the advancement of Persian culture and the Iranian community through volunteerism or research in Canada or in the applicant's country of origin.
- Preference will be given to an entering student.
- This scholarship may be held in conjunction with other scholarships made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Applications will be adjudicated via the Graduate Awards, Application and Adjudication System (GA3) managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
- a current, unofficial transcript or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent degree program completed;
- one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work;
- a current curriculum vitae; and
- a one-page statement outlining the applicant's contributions to the advancement of Persian culture and the Iranian community through volunteerism or research.
- The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
May 2021 / GPSR110
Gene Bridwell MEMORIAL Graduate Scholarship in Special Collections By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended to provide financial support for a graduate student who will use the 間眅埶AV Contemporary Literature Collection as part of their research. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to attract and provide financial support to a graduate student who will use the 間眅埶AV Contemporary Literature Collection as part of their research. The award is intended for a graduate student who shows evidence of scholarly interest or creative achievement related to the 間眅埶AV Contemporary Literature Collection.
- The criteria for this award are:
- minimum cumulative grade point average (cgpa) of 3.5 or other evidence of outstanding achievement
- demonstrated scholarly or creative interests in the 間眅埶AV Contemporary Literature Collection
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Application is made in GA3 and must be accompanied by:
- copies of all postsecondary transcripts
- a copy of the applicants proposed outline of studies and relevance to the 間眅埶AV Contemporary Literature Collection
- two letters of reference from professors familiar with the applicants work
- a curriculum vitae
- The application letter and all supporting documents must be received by the Office of the Dean of Graduate Studies.
- The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: March 2017 / GPSR020
Glenfraser Acoustic Communication Research Award By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This scholarship is intended to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students, in any faculty, who are conducting research projects or disseminating research in the field of soundscape studies and acoustic communication. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students, in any faculty, who are conducting research projects or disseminating research in the field of soundscape studies and acoustic communication.
- One or more awards, based on the research proposal and budget submitted and valued up to a maximum of $3,000 each, will be granted annually in any term to students who meet the following criteria:
- have demonstrated academic excellence in the most recent degree program completed or in their current degree program; and
- are registered full-time in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV in the term of eligibility; and
- are conducting research projects in the field of soundscape studies and acoustic communication.
- The award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Applications will be adjudicated via the graduate awards system managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
- a current, unofficial 間眅埶AV transcript or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent degree program completed; and
- a detailed proposal of the research work to be undertaken or disseminated (e.g.: as a publication or conference presentation), and,
- a budget outlining research expenses, including publication or conference fees, travel costs, equipment, software etc. (award does not cover honoraria or wages).
- If a suitable candidate is not identified, the award may be disbursed in a subsequent term or year.
- The award will be made upon the recommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology or their designate.
Revised: June 2024 / GPSR122
Greystone Books Graduate Scholarship in Publishing By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Publishing |
This award is intended for a full-time graduate student in the Master of Publishing program. Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated interest in non-fiction publishing. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize and provide financial support to graduate students in the Master of Publishing program.
- One or more scholarships, valued at a minimum of $1,500, will be offered annually, in any term, to graduate students who fulfill the following criteria:
- have demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level and, if applicable, at the undergraduate level;
- are registered full-time at 間眅埶AV in the Master of Publishing program in the Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology; and
- whose work exhibits outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability and originality.
- Preference will be given to students who have demonstrated interest in non-fiction publishing.
- This scholarship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- copies of post-secondary transcripts.
- one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work; and
- at least one short sample of professional, academic, or business writing, or a portfolio piece, ideally non-fiction, that exhibits outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability and originality.
- If a suitable candidate is not identified, the scholarship may be awarded in a subsequent term or year.
- The scholarship will be granted by the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination of the Director, Master of Publishing.
Revised: April 2019 / GPSR094
IODE Seaman Morley Scott Memorial Graduate Scholarship By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This memorial graduate scholarship award is intended to provide financial support for a female graduate student who is Canadian citizen and has a CGPA above 3.50. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The eligibility criteria for this award are:
- female Canadian citizen
- registration at 間眅埶AV in a graduate program
- cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5
- The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- copies of all post-secondary transcripts
- a concise outline of the proposed program of studies
- a curriculum vitae
- one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work
- The completed application and supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
- The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: February 2012 / GESR067
Knud George Pedersen International Graduate Students Fund Endowment By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
The purpose is to provide support for international graduate students with unforeseen or unmet expenses and may also support programs and initiatives designed to enhance the educational experience for international graduate students. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose is to provide support for international graduate students with unforeseen or unmet expenses and may also support programs and initiatives designed to enhance the educational experience for international graduate students. Expenditure amount and type will be at the discretion of the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies or their designate.
- Eligible student expenses may include but are not limited to:
- funding for personal expenses such as food and rent;
- travel expenses for family emergencies;
- travel expenses for education purposes such as conferences; and
- registration fees for conferences and workshops. - To be eligible for this award, students must:
- be designated as international students; and
- be enrolled either full-time or part-time in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV.
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The application will be made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must be accompanied by:
- a copy of the 間眅埶AV transcript; and
- statement of financial need.
- The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
October 2020 / GESR240
Kruger Products Bicultural Graduate Entrance Fellowship Entrance Award By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended for an entering graduate students who has a previous degree from within the Province of Quebec. The award is paid over the first two terms of study. Students do not apply for this award - they must be nominated by the Graduate Program Chair of their new academic unit. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of the Kruger Products Bicultural Graduate Entrance Fellowship is to encourage and facilitate the interchange of knowledge and ideas between the people of British Columbia and Quebec through graduate students from the Province of Quebec studying at 間眅埶AV.
- The criteria for this award are:
- registration at 間眅埶AV in a graduate program after completion of a previous degree at a university in the Province of Quebec
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
- promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research.
- full-time registration in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV once the student is receiving the award payments
- Students must be nominated for this award by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted. The nomination must be accompanied by:
- a copy of the official transcript of the program completed at a university in the Province of Quebec
- two letters of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work and research potential
- a current curriculum vitae
- The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: March 2017 / GESR011
LOLA pROJECTS gRADUATE aWARD IN sPECIAL cOLLECTIONS By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award recognizes graduate students who show evidence of scholarly interest or creative achievement related to dance, choreography or movement-related holdings at the Simon Fraser university Special Collections & Rare Books division Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to attract and provide financial support to graduate students of any academic discipline who use materials held at the 間眅埶AV Library Special Collections & Rare Books (SCRB) as part of their research. The award recognizes graduate students who show evidence of scholarly interest or creative achievement related to dance, choreography, or movement-centred research holdings at the 間眅埶AV Special Collections & Rare Books division.
- One or more awards, valued at a minimum of $2,000 each, will be granted annually in any term to students who fulfill the following criteria:
- are enrolled full-time in a graduate program in the term of eligibility;
- have demonstrated academic achievement in the most recent degree program completed; and
- have demonstrated scholarly or creative interests in the 間眅埶AV Special Collections dance and/or choreography-related materials.
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Applications for the award will be made to the Library, and must be accompanied by:
- copies of official post-secondary transcripts;
- one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work; and
- a one-page essay (500 words or less) from the applicant that outlines their research and its relevance to an archival dance/choreography/movement-related collection at 間眅埶AV (SCRB).
- If a suitable candidate is not identified, the award may be disbursed in a subsequent term or year.
- The award will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination by the Dean of Libraries and the Head of Special Collections & Rare Books.
Feb 2024
Manuela Dias Memorial Scholarship in Publishing Studies By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Publishing |
This award is intended for a student entering or pursuing a Masters degree in Publishing Studies with a demonstrated commitment to community involvement. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for a student entering or pursuing a Masters degree in Publishing Studies.
- The criteria for this award are:
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
- registration at 間眅埶AV in a graduate program in the Masters of Publishing Studies graduate program
- promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
- demonstrated commitment to community involvement
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application and/or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- copies of all post-secondary transcripts
- one letter of reference from a faculty member or senior industry member familiar with the applicants work
- one letter of reference from a board or staff member of a community organization with which the applicant is, or has been involved
- a concise outline of the proposed program of studies and area of professional emphasis
- a resume, including education and work history
- at least one short sample of professional, academic or business writing or portfolio piece
- The completed application and supporting documents must be received by the department of enrolment.
- The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee and on the recommendation of the Director of the Master of Publishing Studies Program.
Revised: November 2017 / GESR127
Michael Geller Graduate Scholarship in Urban Development By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended to recognize and provide financial support for an outstanding Masters or PhD student whose research is in urban development. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of the Michael Geller Graduate Scholarship in Urban Development is to provide financial support to a Masters or PhD student whose research is in urban development.
- The Michael Geller Graduate Scholarship is a one-term award valued at a portion of the earned income from the endowment.
- The criteria for this award are:
- full-time registration at 間眅埶AV in a graduate program
- demonstrated academic and research excellence at the post-graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- a current, unofficial 間眅埶AV transcript OR an official transcript from the most recent degree program at another post-secondary institution
- a concise description (one page or less) of the proposed or actual thesis research project
- a curriculum vitae summarizing scholarship achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship
- two letters of reference: one letter of reference from the students supervisor and a second letter of reference from someone other than the supervisor who is familiar with the applicants research abilities
- The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: April 2017 / GESR142
Michael Stevenson Graduate Scholarship By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Doctoral Programs |
This award is intended for a student enrolled in a doctoral program who has demonstrated research excellence at the postgraduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for students enrolled in a doctoral program at 間眅埶AV.
- The Michael Stevenson Graduate Scholarship is a three-term award and it is tenable during three consecutive academic terms in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
- The criteria for this award are:
- demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level
- full-time registration in a doctoral program in any Faculty at 間眅埶AV
- demonstrated research excellence at the postgraduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- current, unofficial 間眅埶AV transcript and a copy of the official transcript of the most recent degree program complete
- resume summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this scholarship
- letter of reference from the students senior supervisor describing the candidates research abilities
- Student applications are normally accepted at the departmental level. One nomination from each Department is submitted to Graduate Studies and forwarded to the Faculty offices.
- The selection of a successful candidate(s) in each Faculty will be made by the Faculty Graduate Studies Committee from the departmental nominations received. One nomination from each Faculty Dean will be forwarded to Graduate Studies, who will make the final selection from among the Faculty nominations received, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: September 2021 / GESR 181
R. Murray Schafer Soundscape Award By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This scholarship is intended to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students, in any faculty, who have demonstrated academic excellence, and skills and interest in soundscape studies/composition or acoustic communication. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students, in any faculty, who have demonstrated academic excellence, and skills and interest in soundscape studies/composition or acoustic communication.
- One or more awards, valued at a minimum of $2,000 each, will be granted annually in any term to students who meet the following criteria:
- have demonstrated academic excellence in the most recent degree program completed or in their current degree program; and
- are registered full-time in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV in the term of eligibility; and
- are conducting research projects in the field of soundscape studies and acoustic communication.
- The award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Applications will be adjudicated via the graduate awards system managed by Graduate Studies, and must be accompanied by:
- a resume summarizing scholastic achievements and work relevant to the aims of this award; and,
- a maximum of two written essays or compositions that represent the student's work in soundscape studies/ composition or acoustic communication.
- If a suitable candidate is not identified, the award may be disbursed in a subsequent term or year.
- The award will be made upon the recommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Communication, Art and Technology or their designate.
Revised: June 2024 / GPSR121
Ralph Hancox Memorial Graduate Scholarship in Publishing By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Publishing |
This award is meant to support graduate students in the Master of Publishing program, whose work demonstrates a commitment to education, writing and a curious mind. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this scholarship is to recognize and provide financial support to one or more graduate students in the 間眅埶AV Master of Publishing program.
- One or more scholarships will be granted annually, in any term, to a student(s) who fulfills the following criteria:
- has demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level;
- is registered at 間眅埶AV in the Master of Publishing program; and
- whose work demonstrates a commitment to education, writing and a curious mind.
- This scholarship may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- copies of post-secondary transcripts;
- one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work; and
- a concise description of how the applicant's work demonstrates a commitment to education, writing and a curious mind.
- If a suitable candidate is not identified, the scholarship may be disbursed in a subsequent term or year.
- The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination of the Director, Publishing Program.
Revised: April 2019 / GESR227
Rowly Lorimer Graduate Award for Research Excellence By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Publishing |
This award, established to commemorate Rowly's retirement and celebrate his remarkable achievements in publishing and education, recognizes the very best graduate research in publishing studies. Learn more about this award |
The Rowly Lorimer Graduate Award for Research Excellence was established at 間眅埶AV in 2020 through generous gifts from friends of Professor Lorimer and the Master of Publishing Program at 間眅埶AV and support from the Canadian Centre for Studies in Publishing Endowment to honour the career of the founding director of Publishing at 間眅埶AV.
Rowly Lorimer was the founder and, for its first two decades, director of Publishing at 間眅埶AV. In the late 1980s he established the Canadian Centre for Studies in Publishing at 間眅埶AV and later the Master of Publishing Program, which has been active since 1995. He oversaw the establishment and growth of the Undergraduate Minor in Print and Digital Publishing and, since 1997, the continued development of the 間眅埶AV Publishing Workshops series. Rowly was a past editor and publisher of the Canadian Journal of Communication, an honorary president of the Association for Canadian Studies, and a past president of the Canadian Association of Learned Journals. He has conducted extensive research into the Canadian publishing industry and mass media, including more than 20 commissioned studies on book, magazine, and scholarly journal publishing in Canada as well as extensive efforts to facilitate the transition of journal, book, and magazine publishers into online publishing.
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to recognize the student who completes the most outstanding graduate research project report in the Master of Publishing degree program each year, as determined by the Director, Master of Publishing Program or their designate.
- One award will be granted annually after completion and evaluation of the students final graduate research project to a student who meets the following criteria:
- has completed the final project report in the Master of Publishing degree program; and
- has demonstrated academic excellence at the graduate level.
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- Students must be nominated for the award by the Director, Master of Publishing Program. Applications will be made on the online Grad Awards, Application and Adjudication System (GA3) and must be accompanied by the students:
- current, unofficial transcript; and
- a letter of support from the Director, Master of Publishing Program.
- The completed nomination, including supporting documentation, must be received by the office of the Dean of Graduate Studies.
- The award will be granted by the Dean and Associate Provost, Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee, upon the nomination of the Director, Master of Publishing Program or their designate.
December 2020 / GESR242
Simons Foundation Doctoral Entrance Fellowship Entrance Award By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Various Doctoral Programs |
This award is intended for an entering female PhD student whose research work has potential for significant contributions to society. The award value is paid over the first three terms of studies. Students do not apply for this award - they must be nominated by the Graduate Program Chair of their new academic unit. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The Simons Foundation Doctoral Entrance Fellowship is targeted to a female student entering a Doctoral program at 間眅埶AV, whose research work has potential for significant contributions to society. New students who began their graduate program in the most current spring term (January) are also eligible for consideration.
- The criteria for this award are:
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level with particular emphasis on dedication to the subject matter
- promise of outstanding achievement at the doctoral level
- the proposed thesis research topic must be of an applied nature with potential for significant contributions to society
- demonstrated understanding of the importance of the human dimension in the chosen field of research
- During the tenure of the award, the recipient must be registered full-time in a Doctoral program at 間眅埶AV. In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, students must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold the award.
- Students must be nominated for this award by the Graduate Program Chair of the academic unit to which the student will be admitted. The nomination must be accompanied by:
- a current, unofficial 間眅埶AV transcript and/or a copy of the official transcript of the most recent graduate program completed
- two letters of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work and research potential
- a concise description (one page) of the proposed or actual thesis research project
- a current curriculum vitae
- Departmental nominations are normally due to the Office of Graduate Studies.
- The scholarship will be granted by the Dean of Graduate Studies on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: September 2021 / GESR012
Southam Inc. Graduate Entrance Scholarship in Publishing Studies entrance award By Nomination Only | View Approx. Award Value | Publishing |
This award is meant to provide financial support for students entering the Master's of Publishing Program. Preference will be given to students who have experience in the publishing industry. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this award is to provide financial support for students entering the Master's of Publishing Program
- The criteria for this award are:
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
- promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on intellectual ability in research
- registration at 間眅埶AV in the Master's Program in Publishing Studies
- when possible, experience in the publishing industry
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- copies of all post-secondary transcripts
- one letter of reference from a faculty member familiar with the applicant's work
- a concise outline of the proposed program of studies
- The award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Award Adjudication Committee.
Revised: April 2017 / GESR093
Waterhouse Graduate Fellowship in Organizational Change and Innovation By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended to provide financial support for a graduate student whose research focus is on organizational change and innovation. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The purpose of this fellowship is to provide financial support for a graduate student whose research focuses is on organizational change and innovation.
- The Fellowship is an annual award, disbursed over two terms in the Fall and Spring. Its value is subject to the income earned from its endowment fund and will increase as the endowment grows.
- The criteria for this award are:
- registration in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
- indication of interest in issues related to innovation and change management
- promise of outstanding achievement at the graduate level with particular emphasis on research ability and originality
- This award may be held in conjunction with other awards made by 間眅埶AV or other agencies where permitted by those agencies.
- The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- copies of all post-secondary transcripts, for the first year graduate student, or a current unofficial 間眅埶AV transcript, for students past their first year of graduate study
- a concise outline of the proposed or actual program of studies pertaining to sustainability, organizational change and innovation
- two confidential letters of reference
- The final selection of a candidate for the award will be made by the Dean of Graduate Studies, on behalf of the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee.
Revised: April 2017 / GESR159
The William & Ada Isabelle Steel Memorial Scholarship By Application | View Approx. Award Value | Various Programs |
This award is intended to support a graduate student who is engaged in, or planning to engage in, research which requires work outside the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. Learn more about this award |
Terms of Reference
- The William and Ada Isabelle Steel Memorial Graduate Scholarship is intended to support travel, accommodation, and related research expenses. One scholarship is awarded per year.
- To be eligible to apply, a student must:
- be enrolled in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV
- be engaged in, or planning to engage in, research which requires work outside the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.
- The criteria for this award are:
- demonstrated academic excellence at the undergraduate level and, if applicable, at the graduate level
- evidence of outstanding achievement at the graduate level, with particular emphasis on intellectual ability, originality and ability in research
- This award is paid over three consecutive terms starting in the Fall term.
- During tenure of the award, the recipient must be registered full-time in a graduate program at 間眅埶AV. In programs where fees are assessed on a per-credit basis, students must be taking at least six credits to be eligible to hold the award. If a recipient wishes to register "on-leave" or "part-time" for one term, a deferment of the scholarship should be requested by writing to the Dean of Graduate Studies. Permission will be granted in exceptional circumstances only.
- The Steel Scholarship recipient may accept other scholarship support from external sources and/or from awards administered by 間眅埶AV. Effective Fall 2021, if the total of the Steel Scholarship and the other support exceeds $60,000 per annum, the value of the Steel Scholarship will be reduced so that the total equals $60,000.
- The Steel Memorial Graduate Scholarship is intended to provide students with a period of time that they can devote largely to graduate studies and research. Departments may build this principle into their criteria for awarding this scholarship. There is no restriction on Steel Scholarship recipients receiving income for other work during the tenure of the scholarship, except as noted in Point 6. Recipients should be aware that some external awards may restrict students from holding a scholarship at the same time as the external award.
- The award is made by the Senate Graduate Awards Adjudication Committee after a University-wide competition in which departmental recommendations are considered.
- The award application or nomination is made using the Graduate Awards Application System and must include:
- 間眅埶AV transcript
- Autobiographical sketch and statement of research interests and goals
- List of scholarly publications
- List of other scholarship or financial support held or applied for.
- Three letters of reference from Faculty members familiar with the student's academic and research potential.
- A current curriculum vitae
Revised: September 2021 / GESR013