The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship is a prestigious award designed to support outstanding graduate students in their pursuit of advanced studies at the University of Manitoba in Canada. Established to attract and retain top talent, this fellowship program provides financial assistance to deserving students across a wide range of disciplines, enabling them to focus on their research and academic pursuits without financial burden.
One of the key features of the University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship is its competitive nature. Recipients are selected based on academic excellence, research potential, and contributions to their field of study. Applicants must demonstrate a strong academic record, innovative research proposals, and a commitment to scholarly excellence. Successful candidates are recognized for their exceptional achievements and potential to make significant contributions to their respective fields.
The fellowship program offers financial support to graduate students at both the master’s and doctoral levels. Funding typically covers tuition fees, living expenses, and research-related costs, allowing students to fully immerse themselves in their studies and research projects. In addition to financial support, fellowship recipients may also have access to professional development opportunities, mentorship, and networking events, further enhancing their academic and research experience at the University of Manitoba.
Furthermore, the University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship contributes to the university’s reputation as a hub of academic excellence and research innovation. By attracting top-tier graduate students from Canada and around the world, the fellowship program enriches the university’s scholarly community and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and knowledge exchange. Through their research and academic achievements, fellowship recipients contribute to the advancement of knowledge and innovation in their respective fields, both within the university and beyond.
The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship plays a vital role in supporting and nurturing the next generation of leaders, scholars, and researchers. By investing in the education and research endeavors of graduate students, the fellowship program not only enhances the academic experience at the University of Manitoba but also contributes to the advancement of knowledge and the betterment of society as a whole.
Each year, more than $2 million dollars in university graduate fellowships are offered to full-time master’s and PhD students to recognize and support academic excellence. The fellowships are offered to students who have demonstrated superior intellectual ability and academic accomplishment.
Students must be recommended by their department or unit to the Faculty of Graduate Studies for a UMGF.
Benefits
- UMGF master’s awards are valued at $14,000 per year for 12 or 24 months, for up to a total of $28,000.
- UMGF doctoral awards are valued at $18,000 per year for 12, 24, 36 or 48 months, for up to a total of $72,000.
- Departments/units determine the value and duration of an award and must meet the eligibility criteria as outlined in the eligibility table.
Applicants who are successful in the current competition must take up their awards in May, September or January. Students who are unable to accept their award within this academic year must decline the award.
Requirements For The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship
Students must have a minimum admission GPA of 3.0 to be considered for this award. Please contact your department as they may have a higher GPA requirement.
To hold an award:
- Have been admitted to a graduate program at the University of Manitoba as a Master’s or Ph.D. student. Pre-master’s and Occasional students are not eligible.
- Not have an active, admission?related hold on their student account during their provisional admission period.
- Be registered full?time in a graduate program of study in the unit that recommends them for a UMGF, if they hold a UMGF award.
- Please refer to the University of Manitoba Faculty of Graduate Studies Institutional Award Holder’s Guide for details.
Method of Application
Visit The Official Website to Apply
Please consult your department or unit for the UMGF application process and deadline. Once the department/unit determines their selection, students are recommended to the Faculty of Graduate Studies. FGS will notify the award recipients with an official letter via email.
Application Deadline: November 1, 2024
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