The PBEEE Canada Merit Scholarship offers international students a significant opportunity to pursue graduate studies in Quebec, Canada, with financial support up to $35,000 annually. This scholarship aims to attract top students and researchers to Quebec’s leading universities and research institutions.
- 📅 Key Deadlines:
- Preselection by universities/CCTT: variable
- FRQ submission of preselected applications: Oct 23, 2025, 4 p.m.
- FRQ submission of CSC-preselected candidates: before Mar 31, 2026
- FRQ submission by preselected candidates: Dec 2, 2025, 4 p.m.
- 🎯 Objectives: Support internationalization of research in Québec, attract top foreign students/researchers, promote Québec universities, and foster joint research projects.
- 🧩 Program Characteristics:
- Four components: Master’s (VM), Doctoral (V1 variants), Postdoctoral (V2 variants), Short-term research/professional development (V3 variants)
- Specific country-based components: Brazil, China, India, Israel, Wallonia
- Scholarship values: Master’s $20k/year, Doctoral $25k/year (first 9 semesters), Postdoc $35k/year, Short-term $3k/month
- Additional benefits: Tuition exemption for foreign students, medical insurance via RAMQ
- ✅ Eligibility:
- Open to non-Canadian citizens/permanent residents
- Master’s: max 6 semesters, must be thesis-based
- Doctoral: max 12 semesters, eligibility adjusts for prior degrees
- Postdoctoral: max 12 months, must research outside PhD institution
- Short-term: 4 months, not renewable
- Exceptions possible for health, family, or disability
- 🔹 Preselection:
- Must be done by Québec university, CCTT network, or CSC (China)
- Universities/CCTT may recommend limited numbers per component
- Candidate eligibility strictly enforced
- 📝 Applications:
- Submitted via FRQnet system with required documents
- Includes ID, transcripts, supervisor letters, and justification for exceptions
- Deadline compliance is critical; late submissions deemed ineligible
- 🏆 Evaluation & Awarding:
- Merit-based, by multidisciplinary committees
- Scholarships awarded based on fund availability
- Results announced end of April; acceptance/rejection must be notified within 30 days
- Decisions are final, non-appealable
- 📚 Usage Rules:
- Scholarship payments require study/work permit
- Full-time dedication required at preselected institution in Québec
- Cannot be retroactive or delayed beyond Jan 15, 2027
- May not be held concurrently with Canadian government scholarships
- 🌐 Open Access:
- Theses and resulting publications must be openly accessible immediately in repositories under open license
- 📆 Effective Date: Rules apply to 2026–2027 fiscal year
- 📩 Contact: Via official FRQ contact module; provide name, email, subject, and message.
Designation
Scholarship Name: PBEEE Canada Merit Scholarship
Award Amount: Up to $35,000 annually
| Degree Type | Funding Amount | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s | $20,000/year | Max 2 years |
| Doctorate | $25,000/year | Max 3 years |
| Postdoctoral | $35,000/year (non-renewable) | – |
| Short-term research | $3,000/month | Max 4 months |
Research Areas
- Health
- Humanities
- Social Sciences
- Arts
- Natural Sciences
- Engineering
Location
Quebec, Canada (Participating Universities include):
- University of Montreal
- Superior School of Technology
- McGill University
- Concordia University
- University of Quebec
- University of Laval
Eligibility/Qualification
To be eligible for the 2026 PBEEE Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be an international student (non-Canadian citizen or permanent resident).
- Must not have made an application for permanent residence under Canadian immigration law.
- Must be recommended by a professor (thesis supervisor) or supervisor.
- Must be applying to commence a graduate degree at one of the participating universities.
Description
The PBEEE Scholarship is designed to support the internationalization of research activities within Quebec’s higher education institutions. It aims to:
- Attract top foreign researchers and students.
- Promote international recognition of Quebec universities.
- Foster cultural links and facilitate joint scientific research projects.
Scholarship recipients are exempt from higher tuition fees associated with foreign students and receive medical insurance coverage during their studies.
How to Apply
- Apply to any of the participating institutions for a graduate degree.
- Contact a professor in the desired department to seek their recommendation for the scholarship.
- The professor will recommend the candidate before the school’s deadline.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to submit a scholarship application.
Last Date to Apply
Application Deadline: December 2, 2025
For more information and to apply, visit the official website.
