Canadian University offers the Harmonized Scholarship Process for International Students studying for their Masters and Doctoral Degrees 2025 (Dalhousie University Scholarships)

The Harmonized Scholarship Process allows Dalhousie students to apply for multiple Faculty of Graduate Studies-managed scholarships online. It doesn’t require acceptance into a Dalhousie graduate program but one must identify the program. Scholarships are conditional upon acceptance. Dalhousie master’s students transferring to doctoral programs should apply for doctoral-level awards. All application materials must be submitted by the deadline.

When is the Application Deadline:

January 15, 2025, at 4:00 PM AST

Tell Me About The Award:

The Dalhousie University Scholarships are offered through the Harmonized Scholarship Process, enabling students to apply for multiple scholarships with a single application. The Harmonized Scholarship Process allows you to apply for several Faculty of Graduate Studies-managed scholarships using a single online application. You are not required to be accepted into a Dalhousie graduate program to apply for these scholarships. However, you must identify the graduate program you intend to apply for in your scholarship application to facilitate the review process.

Scholarship offers are conditional upon your eventual acceptance into the program. If you are a Dalhousie master’s student expecting to transfer or fast-track to a doctoral program in January or May of the current academic year, or in September or January of the next academic year, you are encouraged to apply for doctoral-level awards. Scholarships awarded through the Harmonized Scholarship Process are not transferrable between institutions.

Which Fields are Eligible?

Open to all fields offered within Dalhousie’s graduate programs.

Type:

Master’s and Doctoral Scholarships

Who can Apply?

• Students intending to enroll in or currently enrolled in Dalhousie Master’s or PhD programs.
• First-time Master’s students and Doctoral students in the first 24 months of their program.
• Self-identifying candidates from underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.

How are Applicants Selected?

Selection is based on:

• Academic excellence
• Program alignment
• Eligibility for specific scholarships, including those for underrepresented groups.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Open to students of all nationalities.

Where will the Award be Taken?

Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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How Many Awards?

Multiple scholarships are available, including:

• Killam Predoctoral Scholarship
• Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarship (Master’s & Doctoral Levels)
• Abdul Majid Bader Graduate Scholarship
• James Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians
• Dalhousie Research Excellence Scholarship

What is the Benefit of the Award?

• Financial support for tuition and research.
• Specific benefits vary by scholarship type.

How Long Will the Award Last?

Typically covers the duration of the program year or specified terms as per each scholarship.

How to Apply:

1. Go to the FGS Scholarship Management Platform
2. Log in or create an account.
3. Complete the application by selecting the relevant category.
4. Submit required materials, including transcripts and reference letters, before the deadline.

Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
Dalhousie University Harmonized Scholarship Process