International students gain a lot from studying abroad. It can accelerate their career, help them build a global professional network, and open their eyes to new possibilities, but this decision also comes with a major investment of time and resources. Luckily, scholarships can help reduce the financial cost of studying abroad. Let’s explore some featured scholarships for international students which may be used at universities and colleges throughout the Canadian province of Quebec.
As you research your target schools, look at the scholarships they offer. Many institutions have dedicated scholarships for international students. Other scholarships may allow local and international students to apply.
Scholarship Application Strategies
These scholarships are open to international students studying throughout Quebec, so they are good ones to bookmark early. As you research, make a list of due dates and what supporting documents you need for each scholarship. This can help you stay organized.
Don’t Forget: Start working on scholarship applications well before the deadline. Ones that require supporting documentation like letters of reference or personal essays can take extra time to complete.
Not sure how to get started with your personal essay or statement of purpose for a scholarship? We’ve got some great strategies on our blog.
Merit Scholarship Program for International Students
The Merit Scholarship program is offered by Quebec’s provincial government. It supports international students in post-secondary study at the university, college, and vocational school levels. Students are encouraged to enter programs that offer strong job and research prospects.
Per the Quebec Government, recipients receive:
- A scholarship (amount varies by institution type)
- Health insurance coverage
Some students also receive an exemption from the differential tuition fees paid by international students (either through international agreements or based on specific immigration status.)
College-level Technical Training
- Scholarship Amount: C$14,000 per year (renewable)
- Level of Study: CEGEP or private college
Students in a full-time technical training program who will graduate with a Diploma of College Studies are eligible. Interested students should contact their target CEGEPs and/or colleges for more details and to apply. This scholarship is renewable for up to three years, but requires yearly re-application.
University
- Scholarship Amounts:
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- Doctoral research programs: C$25,000 per year (renewable)
- Postdoctoral fellows: C$35,000 (non-renewable)
- Short-term research or professional development stays (up to four months): C$3,000 per month
- Level of Study: Postgraduate
International students studying or researching at a university in Quebec are eligible to apply if they’re in a doctoral or postdoctoral fellowship, or embarking on a research or professional development stay. Universities submit these applications for assessment, so interested students should contact their university for more information.
Vocational Training
- Scholarship Amount: C$14,000–C$26,600 (varies by program length)
- Level of Study: Vocational schools
- Eligibility Priority to Students From: Brazil, China, India, Japan, Mexico, and member countries of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, except France
Students in full-time studies in a vocational training program who will graduate with either a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) or a DVS plus an Attestation of Vocational Specialization (AVS) may apply. Eligible students may apply directly and learn more on the Merit Scholarships–Vocational Training webpage.
Curious about scholarships in other Canadian provinces? Learn about scholarships in Ontario, Atlantic Canada, and Western Canada.
Gaston-Miron Bursary
- Scholarship Amount: C$5,000
- Level of Study: Postgraduate (master’s/PhD)
Students who receive the Gaston-Miron bursary may use it to complete a research internship on Quebec’s literature and culture. International students who complete this internship under the supervision of select researchers may also be eligible for an additional C$1,500 scholarship. Applicants must provide a letter with their application outlining the importance of this internship to their research, and the influence of Quebec’s culture in your community.
Anne Vallée Ecological Fund
- Scholarship Amount: C$1,500
- Level of Study: Postgraduate (master’s/PhD)
The Anne Vallée Ecological Fund was established in honour of Anne Vallée, a biologist from Quebec who studied at Laval University. One scholarship is available to a postgraduate student in Quebec, and another in British Columbia. Students whose field research focuses on animal ecology and how it relates to the impact of human activities like forestry or agriculture, are eligible to apply.
These are only a few of the scholarships available for international students in Quebec. Don’t forget to look into scholarships offered by individual CEGEPs, vocational schools, colleges, and universities to see what else you could be eligible for.
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