Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships for African students
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships are Canada's flagship doctoral funding programme — awarded by the Government of Canada to attract world-class PhD students to Canadian universities.
Vanier provides CAD 50,000 per year for three years of doctoral study, awarded across the natural sciences and engineering (NSERC), social sciences and humanities (SSHRC), and health research (CIHR). Apply through a Canadian university — you cannot apply directly to the programme. Selection is based on academic excellence, research potential and leadership.
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See all Canada scholarships →Canada funds African students through Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, MasterCard Foundation Scholars at UBC and U of T, Trudeau Doctoral Scholarships and provincial aid.
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Frequently asked questions
Are Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships scholarships open to African students?
Yes — African applicants are eligible for Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, subject to the country and academic eligibility set by the funder. Each listing on this page links to the official sponsor page where you can confirm the latest country list.
Are Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships awards fully funded?
Most Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships programmes cover full tuition, a monthly stipend, return airfare and health insurance. Each card on this page states the exact funding type so you can compare like-for-like.
Do I need IELTS or TOEFL for Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships?
English proficiency is required when the programme is taught in English. Some Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships streams accept Medium-of-Instruction letters or waive testing for Anglophone graduates — confirm on the official call.
When does Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships open each year?
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships typically opens once a year. We refresh this page daily so only currently-open or imminently-opening calls appear.
Where can I study with a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships scholarship?
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships sends scholars to universities in Canada. Specific eligible institutions and fields are listed on each scholarship card.
Do I need IELTS for Canadian scholarships?
Most Canadian universities accept IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 86+. Anglophone-educated applicants can request an MoI waiver from many universities.
Do scholarship holders get post-graduation work permits in Canada?
Yes — the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) allows international graduates from eligible Canadian DLIs to work in Canada for up to three years after completing studies.
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