Merit-Based

University of Saskatchewan Graduate Awards 2027 — Fully Funded Master's/PhD in Canada

Comprehensive guide to financial benefits, eligibility requirements, and official application steps.

Scholarship Program Overview

Significant merit-based graduate scholarships for international students entering thesis-based Master's or PhD programs at the University of Saskatchewan — covering tuition and living expenses in Canada.

This award is officially open for international applicants seeking full-time higher education programs. Selected candidates receive financial support throughout the standard duration of their degree.

Scholarship Benefits:

Financial support toward tuition fees 🔹 Living expense assistance for the duration of the graduate program 🔹 Awarded specifically to students beginning their first term in a graduate program at the university

Eligibility Requirements:

Must have achieved a first-class average — typically a minimum of 85% or its international equivalent — in your most recent qualifying degree 🔹 Must be admitted to a thesis-based Master's or PhD program at the University of Saskatchewan 🔹 Award is generally reserved for students entering their first term of graduate study — not intended for students already partway through a program 🔹 International and domestic students both eligible, though specific award streams may vary

Key Dates:

Application Deadline: 1 December 2026 🔹 Program Start: September 2027

Application Process:

Identify a thesis-based Master's or PhD program at the University of Saskatchewan aligned with your academic background Secure admission to your chosen graduate program — this scholarship is tied directly to program admission Confirm your academic transcripts meet the first-class average requirement (85%+ or equivalent) Submit your graduate program application along with any required scholarship-specific documentation before 1 December 2026 Await both your admission decision and scholarship award notification

Frequently Asked Questions

A first-class average, typically a minimum of 85% or its international equivalent, in your most recent qualifying degree.
Yes — it's specifically for thesis-based Master's and PhD programs. Course-based (non-thesis) Master's programs are not eligible for this particular award.
September 2027, for students admitted through the 1 December 2026 deadline.
Generally no — this award is intended for students beginning their first term in a graduate program at the University of Saskatchewan.
This depends on the specific award stream — some University of Saskatchewan graduate scholarships are automatically considered upon admission, while others may require separate documentation. Confirm current requirements on the official portal.

Quick Summary

Host CountryCanada
Funding TypeMerit-Based
Verification Manually Verified
Last UpdatedUpdated Aug 2026

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