University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship (UMGF) for International Students in Canada 2024

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The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship (UMGF) each year, offers more than $2 million in university graduate fellowships offered to full-time master’s and PhD students to recognize and support academic excellence.

When is Application Deadline:

Tell Me About the Award:

The UMGF aims to recognize and support academic excellence in full-time master’s and PhD students who have demonstrated superior intellectual ability and academic accomplishment. Over $2 million dollars in fellowships are awarded annually.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

  • Most master’s and PhD programs at the University of Manitoba, excluding:
    • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
    • Master of Finance (MFin)
    • Master of Supply Chain Management (MSCM)

Type:

  • Graduate Fellowship

Who can Apply for the University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship (UMGF)?

  • Students must:
    • Have a minimum admission GPA of 3.0 (specific departments may have higher GPA requirements)
    • Be admitted to a graduate program (Master’s or Ph.D.) at the University of Manitoba
    • Be registered full-time in the graduate program recommended by their department for the UMGF
    • Not be in a pre-master’s or occasional student status

How are Applicants Selected?

  • Departments or units recommend students to the Faculty of Graduate Studies based on academic excellence. The final selection is made by the Faculty of Graduate Studies, which notifies recipients via an official letter.

Which Countries are Eligible?

  • All countries (no nationality restrictions)

Where will Award be Taken?

  • University of Manitoba, Canada

How Many Awards?

  • Not specified

What is the Benefit of Award?

  • UMGF Master’s Awards: $14,000 per year for up to 24 months (total $28,000)
  • UMGF Doctoral Awards: $18,000 per year for up to 48 months (total $72,000)

How Long Will the Award Last?

  • Master’s: 12 or 24 months
  • Doctoral: 12, 24, 36, or 48 months, depending on the duration of the program and the time completed

How to Apply:

  • Consult your department or unit for the UMGF application process and deadline. Departments select and recommend students to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.

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