Study in Canada Scholarships 2026: Fully Funded Exchange Program ($14,000 CAD) — Apply by March 31
The Study in Canada Scholarships 2026 offer international students a fully funded opportunity to study or conduct research at Canadian post-secondary institutions. This prestigious government-funded program supports short-term academic exchanges, covering travel and living expenses while providing access to world-class Canadian education.
Quick Facts
- Host Country: Canada
- Study Level: Undergraduate & Graduate (Master’s & PhD)
- Funding Type: Fully Funded (Up to $14,000 CAD)
- Eligible Countries: Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia, and 16 others.
- Deadline: March 31, 2026
About the Program
The Study in Canada Scholarships (SICS) is an initiative by Global Affairs Canada aimed at strengthening global academic partnerships. For the 2026-2027 cycle, Canada has introduced an adjusted delivery model where Canadian institutions are now directly responsible for the selection of students.
This scholarship is not for a full degree, but for a short-term exchange or research project (4 to 6 months). It enables students from diverse backgrounds to enrich their academic careers through cultural exchange and high-level research in Canada’s diverse learning environment.
Eligibility Criteria
The following countries are eligible to participate in the Study in Canada Scholarships 2026 cycle for short-term academic research and exchange. To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of one of the eligible countries (e.g., Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda).
- Be enrolled full-time at a post-secondary institution in their home country.
- Be paying tuition fees to their home institution at the time of application and during the exchange.
- Not hold or have a pending application for Canadian citizenship or permanent residency.
- Not currently enrolled in a degree or diploma program at a Canadian institution.
Eligible Sub-Saharan African Countries: Nigeria, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, Rwanda, Senegal, Tanzania, and Uganda.
Value of the Study in Canada Scholarships 2026
The funding is disbursed through the host Canadian institution to cover the student’s expenses:
- $10,200 CAD: For 4 months (one academic term) for Undergraduate or Graduate study/research.
- $14,000 CAD: For 5 to 6 months for Graduate (master’s and PhD) study or research.
- Tuition Waiver: Participating Canadian institutions must waive tuition fees for scholarship recipients.
Application Process (New Model)
Under the new 2026 rules, students cannot apply directly. The process must be led by the institutions:
- Check Partnerships: Confirm if your home university has an exchange agreement with a Canadian Designated Learning Institution (DLI).
- Internal Selection: Your home university selects and nominates you for the exchange.
- Required Document: The only supporting document you need to provide is a signed Privacy Notice Statement (PNS).
- Institutional Submission: The Canadian host institution submits the application on your behalf via the MyEduCanada portal.
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How to Apply
Interested students should immediately contact their university’s International Relations Office to inquire about exchange partnerships under the Study in Canada Scholarships 2026 program. Since Canadian institutions are now responsible for selection, being nominated by your home school is the only pathway to securing this award.
