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O'Brien Foundation Fellowships
Supports graduate study and research for New Brunswick residents
Last Update: June 20, 2026
Funding available
$ 3,000 - $ 15,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
The O’Brien Foundation Fellowships support graduate study for current or former New Brunswick residents in Canada or abroad. The fellowship applies to accredited master’s or doctoral studies and supports research, creative work, and other scholarly achievements.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 3,000 $
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Graduate studies in any discipline
- Research, creative, or professional training related to the degree sought
Documents Needed
- Official transcript
- Official undergraduate transcript for current master’s students
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Current or former residents of New Brunswick
- Applicants enrolled in a graduate program at a recognized, accredited, degree-granting university or institution in Canada or abroad
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
- Canada or abroad, for study at a recognized, accredited, degree-granting university or institution
Processing and Agreement
- Applicants may be asked to attend an interview before the Committee.
- Successful fellows must submit a report of their study or research after completing the award year.
Additional information
- Unsuccessful applicants may reapply in subsequent years without penalty.
- The committee may award no fellowships in a given year.
- Applicants may be asked to attend an interview before the Committee.
- If successful, fellows must submit a report after completing the year of study or research.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the O'Brien Foundation Fellowships Program
What is the O'Brien Foundation Fellowships?
The O’Brien Foundation Fellowships support graduate study for current or former New Brunswick residents in Canada or abroad. The fellowship applies to accredited master’s or doctoral studies and supports research, creative work, and other scholarly achievements.
How much funding can be received?
O'Brien Foundation Fellowships Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the O'Brien Foundation Fellowships program?
To be eligible for the O'Brien Foundation Fellowships program, you must:
Current or former residents of New Brunswick
Enrolled in an accredited graduate program
Must have lived in New Brunswick for 5 years or more
What expenses are eligible under O'Brien Foundation Fellowships?
Graduate studies in any discipline
Research, creative, or professional training related to the degree sought
Who can I contact for more information about the O'Brien Foundation Fellowships?
You can contact The O'Brien Foundation by email at information@obrienfoundation.ca or by phone at (506)858-4926.
Where is the O'Brien Foundation Fellowships available?
The O'Brien Foundation Fellowships program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the O'Brien Foundation Fellowships a grant, loan, or tax credit?
O'Brien Foundation Fellowships is a Grant and Funding