2023 University of Winnipeg Graduate Studies Scholarship (Canada Based)

APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED, RE-OPENS IN OCT/NOV

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Master’s

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 15th of March, 2023

Scholarship Summary: 
The University of Winnipeg Graduate Studies Scholarship (UWGSS) is awarded to outstanding graduate students (Canadian and international) based on academic excellence as well as, community service. All full-time graduate students in thesis, course-based, practicum-based or project-based programs are eligible to apply, with the exception of students in the Theology and Joint Master’s Programs.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To qualify to apply to this scholarship, the candidate must:
Have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.75 in the last 60 credits hours of study.
Be entering the first or second year of an eligible master’s program as of May or September of the current year or January of the upcoming year.
Be enrolled in a full-time master’s program. 

Value of Scholarship: 
The University of Winnipeg Graduate Student Scholarship (UWGSS) is valued at $15,000 for one year of full-time study, and $7,500 for one year of part-time study.

This award is not automatically renewable. Students may hold the award multiple years in a row, but must reapply each award competition and a second year of the award is not guaranteed.

Scholarship Application Guide: 
To apply;
i. Complete an application for admission into University of Winnipeg.

ii. Submit a complete scholarship application package.

A completed application package includes the following;
A completed Application Form
   - Students applying for the UWGSS must complete both the one-page plan of study/research proposal and the one-page community engagement statement.

Two references: One from your graduate program committee chair or graduate advisor/supervisor and one from an individual who can speak to your academic excellence and community engagement. Referees must submit their letters of support to graduateawards@uwinnipeg.caReferences may use the UWGSS Appraisal Form or their own letterhead. 

A Community Engagement and Academic Curriculum Vitae. This would include conference/paper presentations, funding history, relevant work/volunteer experience, etc.
   - The CV for UWGSS applicants must include a section outlining community engagement.

Transcripts (UWinnipeg Transcripts can be unofficial copies)

Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the University of Winnipeg Graduate Studies Scholarship Page.