The Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarships are a prestigious award designed to recognize exceptional academic achievement among graduate students in Alberta. Established to encourage top-tier students, including international students, to pursue graduate studies in Alberta, these scholarships provide financial support to help students excel in their chosen fields. This award not only acknowledges academic excellence but also fosters further research, innovation, and community engagement within the province.
Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarships 2024
Closing Date: November 13, 2024
Student Type: Domestic and International students are eligible
Level of Study: All levels of graduate study (Master’s, Doctoral, or Graduate-level programs)
Study Area: Any
Scholarship Value: $12,000
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Enrollment Status:
- You must be enrolled full-time in a master’s, doctoral, or graduate-level program at the time of application.
- You must have been enrolled full-time in the fall semester prior to the application cycle.
- Course Requirements:
- You must have completed a minimum of 3 program courses within the previous academic year.
- Residency Status:
You must meet the residency requirements as defined by the Government of Alberta Advanced Education Scholarship Programs. One of the following categories applies:- International: Non-Canadian (Permanent Resident or Landed Immigrant) residing in Alberta.
- Indigenous: Proof of Indigenous ancestry (Status or Non-Status Indian/First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) and a resident of Alberta.
- Domestic: Canadian citizens who are residents of Alberta.
- Academic Achievement:
- You must have achieved a program GPA of 3.6 or higher in the previous academic year.
- Award History:
- Applicants must not have received this award previously.
How to Apply
To apply for the Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship, you must submit an online application through the designated portal. Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria, including the required GPA, and provide the necessary documentation to verify your residency and program enrollment status. Pay attention to the application deadline (November 13, 2024) and submit your application before it closes.
Additional Tips for Applicants:
- Maintain Strong Academic Performance: A minimum GPA of 3.6 is required, so be sure to keep up with your coursework and demonstrate excellent academic achievements.
- Ensure Proper Documentation: If you’re applying as an Indigenous student or an International student, make sure you provide the appropriate proof of ancestry or residency status.
- Check Your Eligibility: Double-check that you meet the specific residency requirements as defined by the Alberta Government before applying.
- Prepare Your Application Early: Start the application process early to ensure you gather all necessary documents and submit your application well before the deadline.
The Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarships offer a remarkable opportunity for graduate students to gain recognition for their hard work and dedication to academic excellence while receiving significant financial support to help achieve their research and educational goals.
