The Educanada Scholarship provides students from post-secondary institutions with a $14,000 funding to cater for tuition and living expenses.
The EduCanada Scholarship aims to support students with short-term exchange opportunities for undergraduate and graduate study or research in Canadian institutions.
Successful Canadian post-secondary institutions will have the opportunity to strengthen and diversify their international linkages and to promote their academic and research excellence in the new markets.
In this post, we will provide you with the information needed to successfully submit your application for the Study in Canada Scholarship.
EduCanada Study In Canada Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Study Abroad: Study in Canada
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: 21 Selected Countries
- No IELTS Required
- Reward: $14,000
- Deadline: March 31, 2026
EduCanada Study In Canada Scholarship 2025 Details:
The Study In Canada Scholarship Program (SICP) is an initiative of the Government of Canada for international students to pursue degree programs at Canadian higher institutions.
The Study in Canada Scholarships (SICS) will be administered under an adjusted delivery model in which Canadian institutions are responsible for the selection of students.
Canadian post-secondary institutions
Canadian institutions:
- submit applications on behalf of eligible candidates;
- promote this scholarship opportunity to their faculty and staff members, as well as to partner institutions from the eligible countries/territories;
- rank applications based on the institution’s strategic priorities;
- identify a single person responsible for the submission of applications;
- sign a Contribution Agreement with Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD) and disburse scholarship funds to successful candidates; and
- submit qualitative and quantitative reports during the scholarship period.
Scholarship candidates
Candidates interested in this scholarship program should:
- make their interest known to their home institution;
- find out if there is an existing institutional collaboration or exchange agreement between their home institution and a Canadian institution;
- request information from their home institution about the application process and selection criteria specific to the Canadian partner institution; and
- ensure they meet the eligibility requirements.
Requirements for EduCanada Scholarship 2026
Candidates must be:
- citizens of one of the following eligible countries/territories:
- Asia: Bangladesh, Nepal, Taiwan;
- Europe: Turkey, Ukraine;
- Middle East and North Africa: Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Libya, Morocco, Tunisia;
- Sub-Saharan Africa: Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda; and
- enrolled as a full-time student at post-secondary institution in an eligible country/territory
- be paying tuition fees to that institution at the time of application and for the full duration of the exchange.
Candidates are not eligible:
- if they hold or have a pending application for Canadian citizenship or permanent residency;
- if they are already participating in a scholarship program funded by the Government of Canada; and
- if they are already enrolled in a degree, diploma or certificate program at a Canadian post-secondary institution.
Benefits of the EduCanada Study In Canada Scholarship
Scholarship values vary depending on the duration and level of study:
- $10,200 for 4 months or one academic term for study or research at the college of undergraduate level
- $10,200 for 4 months or one academic term for study or research at the graduate level (Masters and PhD)
- $14,000 for 5 to 6 months for study or research at the graduate level (Masters and PhD)
- In addition to the funds allocated to the recipients by DFATD, Canadian host institutions will receive CAD 500 per scholarship recipient to assist with administrative costs once the scholarship recipient arrives in Canada.
Eligible expenses
Scholarship funds should be used towards:
- visa or study/work permit fees;
- airfare for the scholarship recipient only via the most direct and economical route;
- health insurance;
- living expenses, such as accommodation, utilities and food;
- ground transportation, including a public transportation pass; and
- books and supplies required for the recipient’s study or research, excluding computers and other equipment.
Selection Criteria for the EduCanada Scholarship
Projects will be selected based on the completeness and quality of the Management and Accountability Framework outlining the measures and procedures the applicant will implement to ensure:
- a fair and transparent selection process for scholarship recipients;
- eligibility of selected candidates;
- authenticity and maintenance of supporting documentation;
- broad representation of eligible countries and territories; and
- equitable gender participation
Note: Priority will be given to candidates who have not previously received a scholarship under the Study in Canada Scholarships program.