Awards for American Students

Traditional Student Program: US$15,000

Fulbright student awards for Americans to study in Canada are intended for graduate students, prospective graduate students, and promising young professionals who wish to enroll in a graduate studies program, continue their current course of graduate study or research or pursue an independent research project for a period of nine months in Canada.

Fulbright Canada scholarships offer a fixed sum US$15,000 for a nine-month academic year beginning in September. Grantees are expected to use the award to offset expenses such as housing, travel, school fees and the like. Basic health insurance is also provided, along with assistance to secure necessary permits through Citizen and Immigration Canada (CIC). Fulbright enrichment opportunities are available on a competitive basis.

Traditional Fulbright Canada Student awards may be held at any university, research centre, think tank, or government agency in Canada.

The Fulbright-MTVU Fellowships Fulbright-MTVU Fellowships are for U.S. students to conduct research abroad for one academic year on study projects of their own design around an aspect of international musical culture.

Up to four awards will be available to pursue projects around an aspect of international contemporary or popular music as a cultural force for expression. Preference will be given to creative projects that are conveyed in a dynamic fashion and are accompanied by a feasible plan.

All awards are subject to the availability of funding, approval by the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board (FSB), and compliance with FSB and USG guidelines.

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Award: $120,000

The Fulbright Canada Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Award is a new initiative of Fulbright Canada, in cooperation with the Department of Foreign Affairs and International  Trade Canada and six of Canada’s leading research universities. The STEM award is a three year award valued at some CAD$120,000 (tuition, fees, and an annual stipend of $20,000).  

Canada is the home to top-ranked research institutions and leading research scientists. As such, Canada is a premier destination for scientific study and research.  The Fulbright Canada STEM Award will offer an opportunity for a select group of American students to pursue their PhD in Canada. They will study, conduct research, and be inspired in a technologically-advanced, diverse, and dynamic country. 

Fulbright Canada has partnered with the following universities to provide the very best opportunities in both basic and applied fields of science, engineering and mathematics:

Lauren Reynolds (2012-13) Fulbright Scholar STEM Program

Creating a Brighter Tomorrow

Robert Placek (2012-13) Fulbright Scholar

Benefits of becoming a Fulbright Scholar to Canada

ØUS$15,000 for one academic year (9 months starting in September)

ØCAD$120,000 for STEM Award for 3 year program

ØMembership in the prestigious Fulbright alumni community

ØAccess to world-class universities and research facilities

ØDevelop long-term research collaborations

ØExceptional comparative research opportunities

ØUp to $4,000 for community based environmental initiatives

through the Fulbright Canada-RBC Eco-Leadership Program

ØUp to $8,000 to engage with local partners on any type of

activity, event, or program beneficial to the community

ØAn academic and cultural orientation program in Ottawa

ØA unique cultural experience

www.fulbright.ca

The deadline for submitting an application to the Institute of International Education (IIE) is October 17th

American universities have internal deadlines, normally set sometime in September

Lauren Baba (2011-12) Fulbright Scholar

General Eligibility Requirements

American Citizenship.

Undergraduate degree (to be obtained prior to the proposed start date).

Proficiency in English and/or French language ability commensurate with the requirements of the project and host institution.

Other bursaries, scholarships or other financial compensation may be held concurrently with Fulbright awards.

Selection is open and competitive, based on a combination of the proposed program of research, academic and professional background, personal statement, letters of reference, and adherence to the aims of the Canada-U.S. Fulbright Program. Fulbright Canada is committed to recognizing the inherent dignity and worth of every person, and to the provision of equal rights and opportunities without discrimination of any kind. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, ancestry, color, ethnic origin, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, or handicap. Fulbright Canada encourages applications from all interested and eligible candidates.

“My personal experience as a Fulbright Student in Canada was everything I had expected and so much more. I was able to devote nine months to research on a topic I feel passionate about. I had the opportunity to work with prominent scholars in Aboriginal health. I learned about Canada’s diversity and complex national identity. I got to live in beautiful Victoria and explore breathtaking Vancouver Island. Most importantly, I made lasting friendships and professional connections with people who share my passion for improving the health and lives of disadvantaged communities.”

Collaborate with leading research scholarsat prestigious Canadian universities