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University of British Columbia Fellowship 2026 in Canada

Last updated Apr 13, 2026

Country

Canada

Level

phd

Organization

University of British Columbia

Field

All fields offered at the doctoral level

Funding

fully funded

Overview

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Four-Year Doctoral Fellowship (4YF) is a prestigious funding program designed to support outstanding domestic and international doctoral students. It provides stable, base-level financial support to help students focus on their research and academic pursuits.

Coverage

Recipients receive an annual stipend of $24,000 plus full tuition coverage for up to four years of their doctoral studies. Funding is subject to satisfactory academic progress.

Eligibility

The fellowship is open to both domestic and international students. Applicants must be admitted to a full-time PhD, DMA, or MD-PhD program at UBC. Selection is based on academic excellence and the recommendation of the specific graduate program.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the general admission requirements for UBC graduate programs, including academic transcripts and English language proficiency if their previous degree was not in English. Some programs may require additional components like GRE or GMAT scores. Two letters of recommendation are required.

How to apply

There is no separate application for the 4YF. Students are automatically considered for the fellowship when they submit an application for admission to a graduate program at UBC. Applicants must apply through the official UBC online application system.

Notes

Deadlines are program-specific and vary by department, typically ranging from November to April for a September intake. Students are encouraged to check the specific deadline for their chosen program on the UBC website.

Source & Verification

Host organization: University of British Columbia

Original source: OpportunitiesCircle

Official application page: https://www.grad.ubc.ca/prospective-students/application-admission

Verify the deadline, eligibility, and document list on the official website before applying.

How to Apply

1

Read the full requirements

Visit the official application page and read all eligibility criteria carefully before investing time in the application.
2

Gather your documents

Collect transcripts, certificates, and references. Official copies may require apostille — start this process early.
3

Request recommendation letters

Contact your referees at least 4–6 weeks before the deadline. Brief them on the scholarship and your goals.
4

Write your motivation letter

Be specific about your goals, why you chose this program, and your plan to contribute to Ethiopia after completing your studies.
5

Proofread and submit early

Submit at least 3–5 days before the deadline. Technical issues are common — never submit on the last day.