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Master's Scholarships in Canada for International Students

Canada offers strong graduate funding through federal programmes and university-specific awards.

Master's scholarships in Canada

Vanier, McCall MacBain, and university graduate fellowships.

23 scholarships, grouped by level
ScholarshipLevelFundingUsually closes
Bachelor's (1)
University of British Columbia — Mackenzie King Memorial ScholarshipsBachelor's, GraduateNot statedNot confirmed
Master's (7)
Commonwealth Scholarship — Canada (DFATD)Master'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Vanier Canada Graduate ScholarshipsMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
UBC Graduate International Research ScholarshipsMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2027 For African Refugees To Study A Masters Degree At Mcgill UniversityMaster'sFully fundedUsually August (estimated)
McMaster University — Marquette FACHEX and Tuition Exchange Programs Procedure and TimelineMaster'sNot statedNot confirmed
Master of Data Science ScholarshipsMaster'sPartialNot confirmed
Erasmus Mundus: International Master in Contemporary Challenges in the World of WorkMaster'sFully fundedUsually April (estimated)
PhD (1)
Awards - Graduate Studies in Pathology and Laboratory MedicinePhDPartialNot confirmed
Several levels (14)
University of Alberta – Disrupted and Displaced Palestinian Student Tuition Support (domestic tuition rates) For PalestiniansBachelor's, Master's, PhDPartialNot confirmed
McGill-UAE Graduate Studies FellowshipMaster's, PhDFully fundedUsually October (estimated)
University of Alberta International Student Emergency Bursary and Loan Fund (includes interest-free loans for newly arrived students)Bachelor's, Master's, PhDFull tuitionNot confirmed
University of Toronto — Delta Kappa Gamma World FellowshipsMaster's, PhDNot statedNot confirmed
University of Toronto — Canada Graduate Research Scholarship-Doctoral (CGRS D) ProgramMaster's, PhDNot statedNot confirmed
University of Ottawa Differential Tuition Fee Exemption ScholarshipBachelor's, Master'sFull tuitionNot confirmed
Funded Study Opportunity The University Of Toronto For Masters Phd StudentsMaster's, PhDNot stated
McGill Scholarships for At-Risk Students and ScholarsBachelor's, Master's, PhDPartialNot confirmed
University of Toronto — School of Graduate Studies awards databaseMaster's, PhDNot statedNot confirmed
University of Toronto — Connaught International ScholarshipMaster's, PhDNot statedNot confirmed
Québec Merit Scholarship Program for Foreign Students (PBEEE)Master's, PhD, PostdocLiving costsUsually December (estimated)
Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges (SEED)Bachelor's, Master's, PhDPartialNot confirmed
University of Manitoba — July 23, 2026 - Lorna Irene Eggertson Graduate ScholarshipMaster's, PhDPartialNot confirmed
University of British Columbia — Months of Graduate FundingMaster's, PhDNot statedNot confirmed
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What this page covers

Canadian Master's funding combines government scholarships with generous university packages.

  • Vanier and McCall MacBain flagship awards
  • University-specific graduate fellowships
  • Post-study work permit pathway

Canada application tips

  • Check IRCC study permit requirements early
  • Most programmes start in September
  • Apply to 3+ universities for best chances

Frequently asked questions

Can I work while studying in Canada?
International students can work up to 20 hours/week off-campus during studies.

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