British Columbia Graduate Scholarship (BCGS) 2026

The British Columbia Graduate Scholarship (BCGS) is a merit-based award offered by the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus. It is designed to support outstanding Canadian and permanent resident students entering full-time, research-based master’s or doctoral programs. This award reflects the university's commitment to attracting and retaining top-tier graduate students who demonstrate strong academic achievement and research potential.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineJanuary 31, 2026
• Value$17,500
• Study LevelMasters , PhD
• SponsorUniversity of British Columbia
• City to studyVancouver
• School to studyUniversity of British Columbia
• Eligible CountryCanada

Benefits

A one-time award of $17,500, applied during the academic year of admission.

Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be Canadian citizens or permanent residents

• Be incoming full-time students in a research-based master's or PhD program at UBC Okanagan

• Have an admission GPA equivalent to first-class standing

• Be starting their program in the academic year for which they are applying

Selection Process

Selection Criteria:

• Academic excellence (admission GPA)

• Faculty recommendation based on application review

• Applications from Indigenous students are given special consideration; a specific BCGS award is reserved annually for qualified Indigenous applicants

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Free Ongoing Fully Funded Scholarships Guide 2026 (Download Now)

Application Deadline

How To Apply

1. Apply for admission to an eligible graduate program at UBC Okanagan.

2. Submit all admission materials by the January 31 priority deadline.

3. No separate application for BCGS is needed — students will be automatically considered.

4. Faculties nominate students based on submitted admission materials.

For inquiries, email: [email protected]

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