Study in Canada Scholarships (SICS)
- Funding
- $10,200 for one term, or $14,000 for 5 to 6 months (graduate)
- Country
- Canada
- Study level
- Bachelor’s · Master’s · PhD
- Provider
- Government of Canada, Global Affairs Canada (EduCanada)
Yearly call; the 2026–27 application period is closed. Canadian institutions select students and apply on their behalf.
About this scholarship
Government of Canada scholarships for a short exchange (one term to six months) of study or research at a Canadian college or university, for students from 20 countries in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa who stay enrolled at their home institution. Canadian hosts waive tuition.
- Applicant stage
- Current students
Eligibility criteria
- Citizens of the following eligible countries/territories: Asia: Bangladesh, Nepal, Taiwan; Europe: Türkiye, Ukraine; Middle East and North Africa: Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia; Sub-Saharan Africa: Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda.
- Enrolled full-time at a post-secondary institution in an eligible country/territory
- Paying tuition fees to that institution at the time of application and for the full duration of their mobility in Canada
Value of the award
- $10,200 for 4 months or one academic term for study or research at the college of undergraduate level
- $10,200 for 4 months or one academic term for study or research at the graduate level (Masters and PhD)
- $14,000 for 5 to 6 months for study or research at the graduate level (Masters and PhD)
- waive tuition fees for scholarship recipients
Fields of study
All subjects
Application process
Direct applications from individuals are not accepted: ask your home university’s international office whether it has a partnership with a Canadian institution taking part.
Frequently asked questions
What does this scholarship cover?
$10,200 for 4 months or one academic term for study or research at the college of undergraduate level; $10,200 for 4 months or one academic term for study or research at the graduate level (Masters and PhD); $14,000 for 5 to 6 months for study or research at the graduate level (Masters and PhD); waive tuition fees for scholarship recipients
Which study levels and subjects does it support?
Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD. Fields: All subjects. Check course-specific restrictions with the provider.
When is the application deadline?
Yearly call; the 2026–27 application period is closed. Canadian institutions select students and apply on their behalf.
Where can I see the required documents?
Open the Documents tab for items mentioned in this record and preparation guidance. The official application instructions contain the complete list.