Study in Canada Scholarships

The Study in Canada Scholarships (SICS) enables Canadian to host international students for short-term academic or research exchanges. Funded by Global Affairs Canada, SICS aims to enhance and expand Canada's international relationships and collaborations.

These scholarships will help establish new connections, enriching Canada's educational partnerships with a variety of countries. This will result in stronger bilateral relationships, enhanced cultural understanding, and increased interactions between Canada and the participating nations.

Canadian institutions that wish to partake in the program should inform their faculty, staff, and partner institutions about it. International institutions are encouraged to form student exchange agreements with Canadian universities to facilitate sending students to Canada. Students interested in studying or researching in Canada for a short duration should check the eligibility requirements and reach out to their institution's international office for application instructions. Ultimately, Canadian institutions will apply on behalf of qualified students.

Eligibility

To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a citizen of one of the countries/territories listed below:

Asia: Bangladesh, Nepal, Taiwan
Europe: Türkiye, Ukraine
Middle East and North Africa: Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia
Sub-Saharan Africa: Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda

Be enrolled full-time at a post-secondary institution in an eligible country/territory.
Be paying tuition to that institution at the time of application and for the entire duration of the scholarship.

Candidates are disqualified from receiving this scholarship if they:

Hold or have a pending application for Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.
Are already part of a scholarship program funded by the Government of Canada.
Are currently enrolled in a degree, diploma, or certificate program at a Canadian post-secondary institution.

Canadian institutions that wish to host students must:

Be a Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
Have a valid student exchange agreement with the student's home institution that waives tuition fees for scholarship recipients (required only for college/undergraduate study).

Scholarship Value and Duration

Award component	Value	Duration	Activities
College / undergraduate (4 months)	$10,200	Four months or one academic term	Study or research at the college or undergraduate level. A valid student exchange agreement that waives tuition fees is required.
Graduate (4 months)	$10,200	Four months or one academic term	Study or research at the graduate level (Masters and PhD). A student exchange agreement is not required.
Graduate (5-6 months)	$12,700	Five to six months

Eligible Expenses

Selected candidates may utilize scholarship funds for the following expenses:

Visa or study/work permit fees
Airfare through the most direct and economical route
Health insurance
Living expenses, such as housing, utilities, and food
Ground transportation, like a public transportation pass
Books and necessary supplies for their studies or research (excluding computers and other equipment)

Canadian institutions can receive:

$500 per scholarship recipient to assist with administrative duties once the student arrives in Canada.
Reimbursement for additional employer compliance fees paid to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada in certain instances.

How Funding Works

Canadian institutions will receive financial support from Global Affairs Canada, officially known as the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD), through a non-negotiable contribution agreement. They are responsible for distributing the funds to the successful candidates. If a candidate does not accept the scholarship, the Canadian institutions must return all funds, including the administrative fee, to DFATD.

Application Process

Canadian post-secondary institutions submit applications on behalf of qualified candidates before the established deadline.

Application Instructions for Canadian Institutions:

Designate a program coordinator to handle applications.
Log in or register to create a My EduCanada account for your institution, selecting "Institution" as your account type.
Once logged in, choose the Study in Canada Scholarships Program and click on "Apply."
Fill in the required information and follow the application form's guidelines.
Validate and save your progress through the application process.
Upload all necessary supporting documents, ensuring each file is under 5 MB and in an acceptable format (.jpg, .gif, .png, .pdf, .doc, .docx, .txt, or .xlsx).
Review your application for accuracy and completeness.
Accept the conditions of the “Declaration and permission” statement before clicking "Submit." You will receive a confirmation message and a reference number for your submitted application.
Print or download the form for your records using the provided function.
For further assistance, visit Help with My EduCanada.

Key Dates

Application Deadline:

The deadline for Canadian institutions to submit online applications on behalf of candidates is 11:59 p.m. EDT on March 18, 2025. Institutions should set an earlier deadline for candidates to ensure the timely collection of supporting documents.

Notification of Results:

The scholarship administrator will notify Canadian institutions of the results in the spring. No feedback will be given for unsuccessful applications. Canadian institutions are responsible for informing candidates of the results.

Candidates should check with their home institution or the Canadian institution regarding the status of their application.

Arrival in Canada:

Chosen candidates can arrive as early as August 1, 2025, for the fall semester and no later than February 1, 2026, for the winter/spring semester. Arriving outside these dates could result in the scholarship being canceled. Candidates should apply for their visa or study/work permit as early as possible to avoid delays.

Scholarship Conditions

Selected candidates must agree to:

Undertake full-time studies or research as governed by the Canadian institution.
Refrain from any clinical training or research that involves direct patient care.
Primarily focus on their full-time studies or research while in Canada.
Return to their home institutions after the scholarship term to complete their studies.

Failure to adhere to these conditions may lead to the cancellation of the scholarship.

Additional Information

Only applications submitted directly by Canadian institutions will be considered. Scholarships cannot be deferred and are not renewable. They are contingent on the Government of Canada's funding availability. Scholarships will not be taxable for either the Canadian institution or the recipients.