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Tri-Agency Canada Graduate Research Scholarships - Master's

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Scholarship at a glance

Deadline: December 1, 2025 by 9 p.m. (AT)
Value: $27,000 per year for one year
Scholarship type: Entrance or in-program
Degree level: Thesis-based master's
Available to: Canadian students
Renewable: No

Description

The CGRS M is a scholarship in the Canada Research Training Awards Suite (CRTAS) administered by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). The CRTAS aims to support the next generation of innovators by providing funding and high-quality research training, cultivating research skills, fostering creativity and empowering awardees to make significant contributions to Canada’s research ecosystem, economy and prosperity.

The objective of the Master’s scholarship funding opportunity is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate potential to contribute to Canadian research.

CGRS-M scholarships are reviewed and awarded through É«ÃÃÃÃÖ±²¥, with awards issued each year to applicants who, as of December 31 of the year of the competition, have not completed more than 12 months of full-time academic study in their master’s program.

Complete details on the CGRS-M application process and eligibility criteria can be found on the  where you can also find a number of to assist in preparing and submitting your application.

Eligibility criteria

  • You must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. 
  • You must be enrolled in, have applied for or will apply for full-time admission to an eligible graduate program.
  • As of December 31 of the year you are applying for the scholarship, you must have completed between 0 and 12 months of full-time studies in your graduate program.
  • Indigenous and Black student researchers who apply for CGRS-M scholarships may be considered for supplemental awards and/or additional funds designated for specific groups.

Application overview

  • Submit your application through the  found on the Government of Canada’s website.
  • Upload official transcripts issued by the Registrar’s Office.
  • Ensure references and all other application materials are submitted by the deadline. 
  • Contact prospective supervisors within the department before applying.  
  • Write your research proposal in plain language.
  • Be sure to highlight your leadership, volunteer and professional activities.Â