The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship (UMGF) is offered to full-time master’s and PhD students to recognise and support academic excellence. The fellowships are offered to students who have demonstrated superior intellectual ability and academic accomplishment.
Application Deadline:
📅 Deadlines vary by department. Students must contact their program/department directly for submission details.
Tell Me About The Award:
The University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship (UMGF) is a prestigious merit-based award offered to full-time Master’s and PhD students to recognize academic excellence. It provides up to $100,000 for PhD students and $40,000 for Master’s students across eligible programs.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
🎓 All fields of graduate study at the University of Manitoba are eligible, provided the program qualifies for Tri-Agency funding (SSHRC, NSERC, CIHR).
Type:
🎓 Fully Funded Graduate Fellowship (Merit-based, tuition + research support).
Who can Apply?
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be admitted to a full-time Master’s or PhD program at the University of Manitoba.
- Achieve a minimum admission GPA of 3.0 (departments may set higher).
- Show strong research potential and academic excellence.
- Maintain full-time registration and satisfactory program progress.
- Not hold another award of equal or greater value during the fellowship period.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Selection is department-driven: students apply through their academic department or unit.
- Departments recommend candidates to the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS).
- FGS reviews and confirms awards, notifying recipients officially via email.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
🌍 All nationalities are eligible — open to both Canadian and international students.
Where will the Award be Taken?
🏫 At the University of Manitoba, Canada.
How Many Awards?
📌 The number of awards varies each year, determined by departmental allocations and recommendations.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Master’s Students: $20,000/year for 12 or 24 months (maximum $40,000).
- PhD Students: $25,000/year for up to 48 months (maximum $100,000).
- Support may be renewable depending on program stage and progress.
How Long Will the Award Last?
⏳ Duration depends on program entry point:
- Master’s: Up to 24 months.
- PhD: Up to 48 months.
- Total combined maximum per student: 4 years.
How to Apply:
- Contact your academic department for specific UMGF application deadlines and requirements.
- Submit your application to your department/unit.
- Departments recommend selected students to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
- Successful applicants will be notified by the FGS Awards Office.
✅ Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
👉 University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship (UMGF)
