The Alumni Association of the University of Manitoba has opened applications for the graduate fellowship program for international students.
The University of Manitoba Fellowship Program offers fully funded scholarship opportunity to local and international students with good academic standing.
Studying in Manitoba allows you to access world-class education in leading-edge facilities. This post will guide you on how to successfully apply for the fellowship program and become a beneficiary.
OPPORTUNITY AT A GLANCE:
| Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Name | 2025 University of Manitoba Fellowship |
| Provider | University of Manitoba Alumni Association |
| Total Amount | $500,000 annually |
| Purpose | To attract excellent doctoral students locally, nationally, and internationally |
| Eligibility Criteria | 1. Domestic or international students 2. Enrolled full-time in the first year of any doctoral program at the University of Manitoba 3. Entering a research-based graduate studies doctoral program 4. Minimum GPA of 3.75 |
| Scholarship Duration | Renewable for up to three years |
| Rewards | 1. Full scholarship or top-up to other awards 2. Renewable for up to three years, provided GPA of 3.75 is maintained |
| Requirements for Renewal | 1. Full-time enrollment in a research-based doctoral program at the University of Manitoba 2. Minimum GPA of 3.75 3. Entering the second, third, or fourth year of the doctoral program |
| Ineligibility for Renewal | After completing the fourth year of the doctoral program |
| Application Process | 1. Apply and secure admission for a PhD program at the University of Manitoba 2. Candidates recommended by their department for a UMGF will be considered automatically 3. No additional materials or applications are needed |
| Deadline | Not Specified |
Facts About the University of Manitoba
- Pioneer of Higher Education in Western Canada
- The University of Manitoba, established in 1877, holds the prestigious title of being the first institution of higher education in western Canada, setting the stage for academic excellence in the region.
- Founding Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor with Prominent Roles
- The first Chancellor, Robert Machray, later became the Archbishop of Rupert’s Land, while the first Vice-Chancellor, Joseph Royal, also served as Manitoba’s Attorney-General and introduced the bill for the University of Manitoba Act.
- Federation of Denominational Colleges
- The university began by federating three denominational colleges: Collège de Saint-Boniface (Roman Catholic), St. John’s College (Anglican), and Manitoba College (Presbyterian), showcasing its inclusive approach to higher education from its inception.
- First Female Graduates
- Jessie Holmes became the first female student in 1886 and later, in 1889, the first female graduate. Hattie Foxton followed as the first female graduate of the Manitoba Medical College in 1892, excelling in her exams for Doctor of Medicine and Master of Surgery.
- Historic Firsts in Degrees
- The university conferred its first degree in 1880 to Reginald William Gunn, a Métis student of Manitoba College who graduated with honors in Natural Sciences, marking a significant milestone in Canadian education history.
- Land Endowment for Expansion
- In 1885, the university was granted up to 150,000 acres of crown land in Manitoba by the federal government, providing a substantial endowment to support its growth and development.
- Architectural Heritage
- The university’s early buildings, such as the Bacteriological Research Building (1897) and the Science Building (1900), were designed by notable architects Charles Henry Wheeler and George Creeford Browne, respectively, adding architectural significance to its campus.
- Transformation into a Teaching University
- By 1900, the University of Manitoba had transitioned from merely conferring degrees to becoming a full-fledged teaching institution, hiring its first dedicated faculty in 1904, known as the “original six” science professors.
- Legacy of Libraries
- The university established its first library in 1908, with Florence Davy Thompson as the first librarian, creating a cornerstone for academic research and learning resources.
- World War I Contributions
- During World War I, the University of Manitoba not only served as a training ground for many of its students but also organized a university corps and the Western Universities Battalion (196th) of the Canadian Expeditionary Forces, showcasing its commitment to national service.
- Diverse Academic Expansion
- Over the years, the university expanded its academic offerings to include the Departments of Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, French, and German in 1913, reflecting its commitment to comprehensive education.
- Esteemed Honorary Degrees
- The university conferred its first honorary degrees in 1912 to distinguished individuals such as the President of the University of Toronto, Robert Alexander Falconer, and the Lieutenant-Governor of Manitoba, Daniel Hunter Macmillan, recognizing their contributions to academia and public service.
Details For 2025 University of Manitoba Fellowship
The University of Manitoba Alumni Association has generously contributed $500,000 to establish an endowment fund at the University of Manitoba in support of doctoral students.
The purpose of the University of Manitoba Fellowship is to attract excellent doctoral students locally, nationally, and internationally.
These competitive fellowships will be awarded to doctoral students who have demonstrated intellectual ability and academic accomplishments.
Requirements For 2025 University of Manitoba Fellowship
To be considered for the 2024 University of Manitoba Fellowship, you must satisfy the following:
- are a domestic or international student;
- are enrolled full-time in the Faculty of Graduate Studies, in the first year of any doctoral program offered at the University of Manitoba;
- are entering a research-based graduate studies doctoral program;
- have achieved a minimum degree grade point average of 3.75 (or equivalent) based on the last 60 credit hours of study.
Duration and Reward For 2025 University of Manitoba Fellowship
The total amount of scholarships available each year is $500,000, this amount will be offered in the form of
- a full scholarship or as
- a top-up to Tri-Council awards, the University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship, or the Manitoba Government Scholarship.
The scholarship will be renewable for up to three years provided the recipient(s):
- continue to be enrolled full-time in the Faculty of Graduate Studies in their research-based doctoral program at the University of Manitoba;
- are entering their second, third, or fourth year of a doctoral program;
- maintain a minimum degree grade point average of 3.75.
- Doctoral students will not be eligible for a renewal of the scholarship after they have completed their fourth year of their program.
How To Apply For 2025 University of Manitoba Fellowship
To apply for the 2024 University of Manitoba Fellowship, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Click on the button below to commence their application.
- Apply and secure admission for a PhD graduate program at the University of Manitoba
- Recipients will be selected from the pool of eligible candidates recommended by their department for a UMGF, using the established award criteria.
- Successful candidates will be contacted with details of their award offer at the time of selection.
- Students and departments do not need to submit any additional materials or applications to be considered for the UMAAGF.