The University of British Columbia (UBC) in Canada is now accepting applications for the 2026 Killam Doctoral Scholarships, one of the most prestigious awards for graduate students at UBC.
This scholarship provides an annual stipend of $40,000 for two years, supporting exceptional students in advancing their doctoral research and academic careers.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: $40,000 per year (for two years)
- IELTS Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: September 9, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Killam Scholarship and Prize Programs were established in memory of Izaak Walton Killam through the Will of his wife, Dorothy J. Killam, along with lifetime gifts made by her. Their mission is to support advanced education and research across Canadian universities and through the Canada Council for the Arts.
At UBC, the Killam Doctoral Scholarships are funded by the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Fund for Advanced Studies. Mrs. Killam’s wish was that recipients of these scholarships should be those “likely to contribute to the advancement of learning or to win distinction in a profession.”
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the UBC Killam Doctoral Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Have completed no more than 24 months of doctoral study as of September 1, 2025.
Evaluation Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on two major categories:
- Research Ability and Potential – 50%
- Quality and feasibility of the research proposal
- Clear research objectives and methodology
- Contribution to knowledge and expected impact
- Relevant training, academic background, and lived experiences
- Research experience, outputs, and achievements relative to career stage
- Evidence of sound judgment, originality, and critical thinking
- Responsible and ethical research conduct
- Enthusiasm for research, initiative, and community engagement
- Strong communication skills in both written and oral forms
- Experience and Achievements – 50%
- Scholarships, awards, and academic distinctions
- Academic record (transcripts, program requirements, course load, and standing)
- Professional, academic, and extracurricular activities, such as:
- Teaching, mentoring, supervising, or coaching
- Project management experience
- Participation in research promotion and science outreach
- Volunteer work and civic engagement
- Leadership roles in committees, conferences, or institutional activities
Scholarship Benefits
The UBC Killam Doctoral Scholarship provides:
- Annual stipend of $40,000 for up to two years.
- Recognition as one of UBC’s most prestigious doctoral scholarship recipients.
How to Apply
To apply for the UBC Killam Doctoral Scholarship 2026:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage.
- Download and complete the application form.
- Submit the required documents as instructed.
- Applications will be reviewed by the UBC College of Graduate Studies Scholarship and Awards Committee, with results released in Spring 2025.
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