University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship Program 2024

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.

About University of Manitoba

Since 1877, the University of Manitoba has been driving discovery and inspiring minds through innovative teaching and research excellence. Proudly located in the heart of Canada, the U of M has a strong and engaged community of students, faculty, staff, alumni, donors and community partners. With more than 145,000 alumni living in 140 countries, our impact is global.

University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship Program

Aim and Benefits of University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship Program

• 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 University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship Program Qualification

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.

Application Deadline

How 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.

For more details, visit University of Manitoba website