York University Dahdaleh Global Health Graduate Scholarship 2027–2028

The Dahdaleh Global Health Graduate Scholarship (DGHGS) program seeks to attract and train the leading global health researchers of tomorrow. The scholarship provides annual financial support to high-calibre York University graduate students who demonstrate excellence or promise of excellence in research. It is intended to support their scholarly and creative professional activities relevant to the Dahdaleh Institute’s three research themes

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineJanuary 8, 2027
• Study LevelMasters , PhD
• SponsorYork University
• City to studyToronto
• School to studyYork University
• Course to study
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

$5,000 to $30,000 CAD.

Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Eligible Faculties at York University

Applicants must be entering or continuing a graduate programme in one of these faculties:

1. School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design

2. Faculty of Education

3. Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change

4. Faculty of Health

5. Lassonde School of Engineering

6. Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies

7. Osgoode Hall Law School

8. Faculty of Science

2. Study Status and Funding Duration

Applicants must be pursuing full-time studies and fall into one of the following categories:

• One-year Master’s programme: Applicants may receive up to one year of funding.

• Two-year Master’s programme: Applicants entering the programme or already enrolled in the first year (Master’s 1) may receive up to two years of funding.

• Doctoral programme (PhD): Applicants entering a doctoral programme or enrolled in the first, second or third year (PhD 1, 2 or 3) may receive up to four years of funding.

• PhD students in their fourth year or beyond: Not eligible.

Part-time applicants may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

3. Research Requirements

Applicants must:

• Plan to conduct global health research aligned with the Dahdaleh Institute’s mandate and its three thematic areas.

• Be applying to or enrolled in a qualifying research-based graduate programme.

4. Programme Exclusions

• Coursework-only Master’s programmes are not supported.

• Applicants whose Master’s programme does not require a research proposal or statement of research interest as part of the application process should not apply.

Selection Process

The Dahdaleh Global Health Graduate Scholarship 2027–2028 uses three weighted criteria to evaluate scholarship renewal applications.

Evaluation criterion	Requirements	Weight
Academic Excellence	Maintain high academic performance and make timely progress in coursework and other academic milestones.	40%
Research Progress	Make progress towards the research proposal's original goals and objectives, and complete research milestones such as qualifying examinations on time.	40%
Engagement with the Dahdaleh Institute	Attend weekly global health seminars, present graduate work at least once each year at a suitable venue, and participate in workshops and special events.	20%
Total		100%

Important renewal conditions

• Academic performance and research progress together account for 80% of the evaluation.

• Participation in the Dahdaleh Institute's activities accounts for the remaining 20%.

• Failure to meet these criteria or maintain professional and collegial behaviour may result in a review or revocation of the scholarship.

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Application Deadline

January 8, 2027

How To Apply

Application Requirements and Submission Process

Application portal: Dahdaleh Global Health Graduate Scholarship Application Form

Submit the completed application form with all required attachments. All attachments must be in PDF format.

Required application documents

1. Statement of Purpose

Address the statement to the Dahdaleh Global Health Graduate Scholarship (DGHGS) Committee.

Explain how and why your proposed graduate research relates to one of the three research themes of the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research.

Formatting requirements

• Maximum length: 2 single-spaced pages

• Font: Times New Roman

• Font size: 12-point

• Font colour: Black

• Margins: Minimum ¾ inch

Required headings

1. Introduction

2. Proposed Master's or Doctoral Research Plan

3. How Your Background or Experiences Helps You in Pursuing This Research Plan

4. How Your Graduate Research Is Relevant to One of the Three Research Themes of the Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research

Important: If you are applying to more than one graduate programme at York University, submit only one DGHGS application. Clearly identify each programme in your Statement of Purpose.

2. Updated Certified Transcripts

Attach certified transcripts covering your last 24 months of academic work, including all current and previous degree programmes.

3. Up-to-Date Academic CV

Attach your most recent academic curriculum vitae (CV), detailing your educational background, research experience, publications (if applicable), academic achievements and relevant experience.

4. Letter of Support from Your York University Supervisor

Attach a Letter of Support, not a Letter of Reference, from the York University faculty member who:

• Is currently supervising your research; or

• Has agreed to supervise your research if you are admitted to York University.

Mandatory requirement: The supervisor must declare their Dahdaleh Institute Faculty Fellow membership status in the letter.

The supervisor may send the letter separately, as indicated in the scholarship instructions.

Final submission checklist

Completed DGHGS online application form

Statement of Purpose — maximum 2 single-spaced pages, with all four headings

Updated certified transcripts covering the last 24 months

Up-to-date academic CV

Letter of Support from the York University research supervisor, including DI Faculty Fellow membership status

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Copy checklist

Before submitting: Ensure every attachment is a PDF and that your Statement of Purpose uses the exact four required headings.

For more information, visit York University scholarship webpage.