UBC Killam Doctoral Scholarships, Canada 2026/2027

The UBC Killam Doctoral Scholarships for the 2026/2027 academic session is now open at the University of British Columbia. The scholarship offers outstanding PhD students the opportunity to receive prestigious, merit-based funding to support their doctoral studies in Canada.

Funded through the Killam endowment, this scholarship is designed to help high-achieving doctoral candidates focus fully on their research by providing substantial financial support. The award is merit-based and highly competitive, making early preparation essential for interested applicants.

SUMMARY:

• Scholarship Sponsor(s): Killam Scholarship and Prize Programmes
• Scholarship to be Taken at: University of British Columbia
• Scholarship Type: Full Scholarships
• Scholarship level:  Postgraduate (Doctoral students)
• Scholarship Worth: $40,000 per annum
• Nationality: International Students

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Eligibility Criteria | Killam Doctoral Scholarships 2026

Applicants must:

• Be admitted to, or currently enrolled in, a full-time PhD program at UBC
• Demonstrate excellent academic achievement and research potential
• Meet UBC’s doctoral admission requirements
• Be nominated by their graduate program or department
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout the funding period

Both domestic and international students may be considered, subject to UBC policies.

Award Benefits

Successful candidates typically receive:

• Annual stipend support (value determined by UBC for the award year)
• Funding for up to two years, $40,000 per annum (2026 rate)
• Recognition as a Killam Scholar, adding strong academic value to your CV

The scholarship is intended to complement UBC’s broader doctoral funding packages.

How to Apply 

There is no direct application from students to the Killam Doctoral Scholarship 2026.

Instead, the process works as follows:

1. Apply for admission to an eligible PhD program at UBC (or be a continuing doctoral student).
2. Your graduate program reviews eligible candidates internally.
3. Departments nominate top students to UBC for Killam consideration.
4. Final selections are made at the university level.

Applicants are advised to speak with their graduate coordinator or department early to confirm internal deadlines and nomination procedures.

Required Documents

Since nominations are handled internally by UBC departments, required materials usually form part of your doctoral admission or internal review process and may include:

• Academic transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Research statement or proposal
• Letters of recommendation
• Statement of academic goals

Exact requirements vary by faculty, so applicants should confirm with their graduate unit.

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026.

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