Summary: The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS) program aims to attract and retain doctoral students with exceptional leadership skills and scholarly achievements in Canada. Valued at $50,000 per year for up to 166 scholars annually across various research disciplines, this prestigious award supports scholars pursuing doctoral studies in health research, natural sciences and engineering, and social sciences and humanities.

Designation: Vanier Canada Graduate Scholar

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Research Area: Health Research, Natural Sciences and Engineering, Social Sciences and Humanities

Location: Canada

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Eligibility/Qualification:

  • Open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada, and international students.
  • Must be nominated by a Canadian institution with a quota to host Vanier scholars.
  • Candidates must demonstrate academic excellence, research potential, and leadership skills.

Job Description: As a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholar, you will conduct advanced research in your chosen field under the mentorship of Canada’s top academic institutions. Scholars are expected to contribute significantly to their respective disciplines while enhancing their leadership capabilities through diverse academic and community engagements.

How to Apply:

  1. Find a Nominating Institution: Identify a Canadian institution that can nominate you for the Vanier CGS. Each institution has a quota for nominations.
  2. Prepare Your Application Package: Work with your nominating institution to prepare all required documents, including transcripts, research proposals, and letters of recommendation.
  3. Submit Application: Submit your completed application package to your nominating institution by their internal deadline. Contact the institution for specific dates.
  4. Nomination: Wait for the institution to review your application and decide on your nomination by October 30, 2024 (20:00 EDT).
  5. Notification: Nominees will be notified of the results in early April 2025 via email and on ResearchNet.

Last Date for Apply: October 30, 2024 (20:00 EDT)

July – November 2024Applicants seek a nominating institution, prepare and submit application package.
Internal Deadline (varies)Deadline to submit application to the nominating institution. Contact nominating institution for specific date.
October 30, 2024 (20:00 EDT)Deadline for institutions to submit nominations to the Vanier CGS program.
November 2024 – March 2025Review and evaluation of nominations.
Early April 2025Anticipated notification of results. Nominees will be notified by email when the results are available on ResearchNet.
May 1, 2025, or
September 1, 2025, or
January 1, 2026		Payments begin.

The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships program offers a unique opportunity for doctoral students to advance their careers and contribute to Canada’s research community. For more information on eligibility, nomination process, and deadlines, please visit the official Vanier CGS website or consult your nominating institution. Pursue your academic ambitions with the support of a nation known for excellence in research and higher learning.

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