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Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program
Merit-based funding for Ontario graduate students
Funding available
$ 10,000 - $ 15,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship supports master’s and doctoral students in Ontario through merit-based funding. Awards are available at participating Ontario schools for full-time graduate studies in all disciplines, with funding of $10,000 or $15,000 depending on the study terms.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
- Conduct research or evaluation activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 15,000 $
- Minimum amount : 10,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- A graduate student enrolled at an Ontario university
- Students can apply to each of the universities they are interested in attending, including their own institution if they are currently enrolled at a university
- International master's and PhD students may be eligible for a limited number of OGS awards
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Applications are assessed and ranked using criteria determined by the school.
How to apply
- Step 1: Get the school application
- Use the OGS application provided by the school you plan to attend.
- Application forms are normally available in October.
- Step 2: Apply to each school separately
- Submit a separate OGS application for each graduate program at a different school.
- Step 3: Check school-specific instructions
- Contact the Graduate Studies Office at the school for the application process and deadlines.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and ranked by the school using its own criteria.
- Applicants are notified by the school if their application is successful.
- Application and review timelines vary by school.
Additional information
- The scholarship is jointly funded by the Province of Ontario and the participating school.
- Application, document, and review details vary by school.
- Students must use the OGS application provided by their school.
- Applicants should contact the Graduate Studies Office of the school they plan to attend for process details.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program Program
What is the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program?
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship supports master’s and doctoral students in Ontario through merit-based funding. Awards are available at participating Ontario schools for full-time graduate studies in all disciplines, with funding of $10,000 or $15,000 depending on the study terms.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program Funds up to $15,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program program, you must:
Master’s or doctoral students
Full-time graduate study
Participating Ontario school
Where is the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program available?
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program?
Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) Program is funded by Government of Ontario