2025 UBC Public Scholars Award in Canada | How To Apply
The University of British Columbia (UBC) has opened applications for the UBC Public Scholars Award for qualified candidates interested in studying in Canada. The award guarantees a total of $20,000 per student to support living and research expenses.
In this post, we will discuss the details, eligibility criteria, benefits, and the step-by-step application procedure for all students interested in applying for this scholarship.
UBC Public Scholars Award Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Study Abroad: Study in Canada
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: $20,000
- Deadline: May 16, 2025
- No IELTS Required
- Scholarship Alerts: To receive Scholarship Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE
UBC Public Scholars Award Details
The UBC Public Scholars Award is part of the UBC Public Scholars Initiative (PSI), which aims to build connections, community, and capacity for doctoral students who are interested in linking their doctoral work to public benefit.
This year, funding is available for up to 30-35 new students. Students may be eligible for renewal for a second year (pending new PSI funding).
For more information on the program, application details, and other queries, interested students can register for general information sessions.
University of British Columbia Public Scholars Award Requirements
The 2025 University of British Columbia Public Scholars Award is open to:
- UBC Vancouver doctoral students (PhD, EdD, and DMA) in years 1-5
- UBC Okanagan doctoral students in years 1-5
- Applicants who have completed no more than 48 months of doctoral study as of August 31, 2025
- Applicants must be registered in a UBC doctoral program as of September 1, 2025
- Applicants in their 6th year (48 to 60 months of doctoral study) will be accepted only in exceptional circumstances
- All students, faculty, and collaborators must complete a questionnaire at the end of their funding/involvement
- Student dissertations, completion, and career outcomes will be reviewed as part of the assessment process
UBC Public Scholars Award Duration and Reward
- The award provides $10,000 twice, for a total of $20,000 per student.
- The funding supports innovative and collaborative research that students would otherwise be unable to pursue.
Funding Can Be Used For:
- A research allowance (including professional development or travel relevant to the scholarly work)
- Student stipend, if the student’s current funding source does not support the alternative project(s)
Required Documents for UBC Public Scholars Award
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- PSI Fellowship Application Form
- Canadian Common CV (as a single PDF file)
- Mandatory supervisor letter of support (optional letters of support from collaborators can also be included)
How to Apply for University of British Columbia Public Scholars Award
Interested and qualified applicants should follow these steps:
- Click the button below to access the application webpage
- Download the scholarship application forms (PSI Form and Application Instructions)
- Rename the downloaded form as LastName_FirstName_PSI
- Upload the completed PSI Fellowship Application 2025-2026 form, Canadian Common CV, and other required documents as one PDF file to the designated submission page
Application Deadline: May 16, 2025
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