Manitoba Graduate Scholarship

Overview

The Manitoba Graduate Scholarship is a partial-funding award offered by Government of Manitoba, tenable at participating universities in Canada. A merit-based provincial award for graduate students at Manitoba universities. In value terms, it provides CAD 14,000 (master’s) provincial award. It is intended for international & canadian students undertaking masters-level study. The number of awards varies year to year, and selection is competitive, so submit a strong, complete application. Because eligibility rules, award values and deadlines change from year to year, treat the figures here as indicative and always confirm the current details on the official website before you apply.

Eligibility

High academic standing in an eligible graduate programme in Manitoba.

Benefits

CAD 14,000 (master’s) provincial award

How to apply

Applications are made through the Government of Manitoba website, and most awards require you to already hold an offer or be enrolled at an eligible Canadian institution. In general, the process looks like this: (1) confirm you meet every eligibility criterion, including any nationality, level-of-study or nomination requirement; (2) secure admission to an eligible programme, since most scholarships require an offer or active enrolment; (3) prepare your supporting documents and, if a nomination is needed, contact your school or department early; (4) complete and submit the application before the published deadline, keeping copies of everything; and (5) monitor your email for interview requests, references or verification. Some awards are considered automatically at admission, while others need a separate application — check which applies before you start.

Documents required

Typical supporting documents include: academic transcripts and certificates; proof of English-language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo); a personal statement, essay or statement of purpose; one or more letters of recommendation; a copy of your passport / identification; proof of admission or enrolment (where required). Requirements differ by award, so use the official checklist as the final word, and prepare documents well ahead of the deadline as some (such as transcripts and reference letters) take time to obtain.

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