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Support for diverse students

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Building an inclusive community

¹û½´ÊÓƵ is committed to growing the number of diverse scholars pursuing graduate degrees at the university. We encourage you to complete the self-identification section of the scholarship application. This information supports our efforts to prioritize your application in the evaluation processes for major awards.Ìý

In particular, we are working to ensure access for students of African Nova Scotian and Mi’kmaq decent. To help build a pathway for these students, each year we reserve Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarships at theÌý³¾²¹²õ³Ù±ð°ù’sÌý²¹²Ô»åÌýdoctoralÌýlevel for eligible African Nova Scotian and Mi’kmaq applicants.

We also offer dedicated scholarships, including theÌýAfrican Nova Scotian Graduate Scholarship,ÌýJames Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians, and theÌýIndigenous Graduate Scholarship, which you will find among the funding opportunities below. Click on each card for deadline details, eligibility criteria and application information.

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Abdul Majid Bader Graduate Scholarship

Thesis-based master's or doctoral • Entrance or in-program scholarship • International students (Iranian students preferred) • $40,000/yr • 2 years
Abdul Majid Bader Graduate Scholarship
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African Nova Scotian Graduate Scholarship

All Master's or Doctoral • Entrance or in-program scholarship • Canadian students • $15,000/yr • Up to 2 years
African Nova Scotian Graduate Scholarship
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Canada Graduate Scholarships - Master's

Thesis-based master's • Entrance or in-program scholarship • Canadian students • $17,500/yr • 1 year
Canada Graduate Scholarships - Master's

¹û½´ÊÓƵ Research Excellence Scholarship

Doctoral • Entrance scholarship • Canadian and international students • $35,000 per year • Up to four years
¹û½´ÊÓƵ Research Excellence Scholarship

Indigenous Graduate Scholarship

All Master's or Doctoral • Entrance or in-program scholarship • Canadian students • $15,000/yr • Up to 2 years
Indigenous Graduate Scholarship
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James Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians

All Master's or Doctoral • Entrance scholarship • Canadian students • $15,000 - $19,000/yr • 2-3 years
James Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians
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Linda Marie Gillingwater Rainsberry Graduate Bursary

All Master's or Doctoral • October 31 at 4 p.m. • In-program bursary • Canadian or international students • Minimum of $3,000 • One-time award • Female students who are single mothers
Linda Marie Gillingwater Rainsberry Graduate Bursary

Linda Marie Gillingwater Rainsberry Graduate Scholarship

All Master's or Doctoral • October 31 at 4 p.m. • In-program scholarship • Canadian or international students • Minimum of $3,000 • One-time award • Female students who are single mothers
Linda Marie Gillingwater Rainsberry Graduate Scholarship

Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarship - Doctoral

Doctoral • Entrance scholarship • Canadian or international students • $15,000/yr • Up to 4 years
Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarship - Doctoral
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Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarship - Master's

Thesis-based master's • Entrance scholarship • Canadian or international students • $10,000/yr •Up to 2 years
Nova Scotia Graduate Scholarship - Master's
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Funding application process

Once you’ve found the scholarships you’re eligible for, learn how to apply and eventually accept your awards.

Learn more about the application process
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Supporting global pursuits

¹û½´ÊÓƵ and its partners provide funding to pursue research or attend conferences around the world.Ìý

Learn more about global mobility funding
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Scholarships and bursaries

Explore all the scholarships ¹û½´ÊÓƵ has to offer graduate students.

Learn more about funding opportunities
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