The Study in Canada Scholarships (SICS) 2025-2026 offers an exceptional opportunity for international students to study or conduct research in Canada for short periods. This program, funded by Global Affairs Canada, is designed to strengthen international ties and enrich Canada’s educational landscape by bringing together students from different countries and territories. If you are considering studying or researching in Canada, this scholarship program is a great opportunity to experience academic life in one of the world’s most welcoming and innovative countries.

The Canada Scholarships Program 2025-2026 enables students from eligible countries and territories to participate in short-term study or research exchanges at Canadian post-secondary institutions. The program aims to create lasting international relationships, foster people-to-people ties, and strengthen bilateral relations between Canada and participating countries.

This scholarship is ideal for students enrolled full-time at post-secondary institutions in their home country, who wish to gain international experience and enhance their academic or research careers by studying in Canada. Scholarships are available at both undergraduate and graduate levels, and successful candidates will benefit from financial support to cover their study and living costs while in Canada.

Benefits of Scholarships to Study in Canada 2025-2026:

• Tuition waiver or support.
• A monthly stipend to cover living expenses.
• Travel expenses and travel fare compensation.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Covering study/work permit fees.
• Assistance with public or ground transportation.
• Financial support for books and supplies.
• $500 to cover administrative costs for Canadian institutions.

Available scholarship amounts and duration:

• University/University Scholarships (4 months) :
  • Value : $10,200
  • Duration : Four months or one semester
• Postgraduate Scholarships (4 months) :
  • Value : $10,200
  • Duration : Four months or one semester
• Postgraduate Scholarships (5-6 months) :
  • Value : $12,700
  • Duration : five to six months

List of eligible countries:

Applicants must be citizens of one of the following eligible countries/territories:

• Asia : Bangladesh, Nepal, Taiwan
• Europe : Turkey, 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.

Eligibility Criteria for Scholarships to Study in Canada 2025-2026:

• Must be a citizen of an eligible country/territory.
• Enrolled full-time at a post-secondary institution in an eligible country.
• Tuition fees must be paid to the parent institution.
• He may not obtain or apply for Canadian citizenship or permanent residence.
• Not currently enrolled in a degree program at a Canadian institution.

Required documents:

• Completed application form
• Copy of passport pages
• Academic degree(s) and transcripts
• Proof of registration and payment of tuition fees
• Letters of recommendation
• Motivational message

Application deadline:

The application deadline for Canadian institutions is March 18, 2025. Be sure to confirm the internal deadlines set by your institution to ensure timely submission of documents.

How to apply for a scholarship to study in Canada 2025-2026?

• Contact your home institution's international office for application details.
• Make sure your home institution has a valid student exchange agreement with a Canadian institution.
• Canadian institutions submit applications on behalf of qualified candidates.
• Create an account on the My EduCanada portal for Canadian institutions.
• Fill out the online application form with the required information.
• Upload all necessary documents in the specified format.
• - Submit the application before the deadline (March 18, 2025).
• Wait for the Canadian institution to notify you of the results.