UBC Doctoral Fellowships in Canada 2026/2027 [Fully Funded]

The University of British Columbia is currently inviting applications from interested candidates across the globe for its fully funded Four Year Doctoral Fellowship (4YF).  The Fellowships Program will ensure UBC’s best PhD, DMA, and MDPhD students are provided with financial support of at least $18,200 per year plus tuition for up to four years of their doctoral studies.

The program which is designated to provide beneficial students with stable, base-level funding for their doctoral studies and research, aims to put UBC at the forefront of attracting and supporting outstanding domestic and international doctoral students to study in Canada.

SUMMARY:

• Fellowship Sponsor(s): UBC, Canada
• Host Institution(s): UBC, Canada
• program Type: Doctoral Fellowship
• Funding Amount: Min. of $18,200 per year + Tuition Cover
• Number of Awards: Not Specified
• Study Level: Doctoral (PhD, DMA, and MDPhD)
• Nationality: Domestic and International Students

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Eligibility Criteria | UBC Doctoral Fellowships 2026

• Open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and international students admitted to eligible doctoral programs.
• Typically awarded to incoming first-year PhD, DMA, or MDPhD students, but continuing students may also be nominated by their programs.
• Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress for continued funding each year..
• Doctoral students who obtain Tri-Agency scholarships may be eligible for 4YF tuition coverage and will receive 4YF stipend and tuition support once their external scholarship funding ends

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Program Benefits

• Guaranteed minimum annual stipend of at least CAD 18,200 plus full tuition coverage for up to four years of doctoral study.

• The funding ensures a predictable financial base for research and living expenses.

Application Procedures

• There is no separate online application for the 4YF. Students are considered automatically when they apply and are admitted to a doctoral program at UBC.
• Each graduate program reviews its pool of admitted and continuing students and nominates top candidates for 4YF support based on merit.
• Successful nominees are notified by their graduate unit.

Required Documents

While there is no 4YF-specific application form, standard doctoral admission documents are required to be considered for Fellowship nomination:

• Proof of PhD/DMA/MDPhD admission.
• Academic transcripts from prior universities.
• Statement of research interests or purpose.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Letters of recommendation.

Note: Some departments may have additional internal documents for 4YF consideration — always check with your specific graduate program.

Application Deadline: No Specified

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