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Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package
Funding support for eligible OISE graduate students
Last Update: May 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 26,608 - $ 40,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides financial support for eligible full-time PhD and non-professional MA students in OISE funded cohorts. Funding may include scholarships, fellowships, awards, grants, and employment income, with a maximum base funding commitment of $40,000 for PhD/SJD students.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 40,000 $
- Minimum amount : 26,608 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
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 study in eligible OISE PhD and non-professional MA programs.
- Research and teaching employment linked to the funding package.
- Application for major external scholarships required under the funding terms.
Documents Needed
- For employment-based funding: CV or resume.
- For employment-based funding: one-page statement of interest.
- For payroll setup: void cheque or direct deposit form.
- For payroll setup: study permit, if applicable.
- For payroll verification: SIN card or SIN document.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Full-time PhD students in eligible OISE programs.
- Non-professional MA students in eligible OISE programs.
- Students in OISE funded cohorts.
Who is not eligible
- Students who are not in a full-time PhD or non-professional MA program.
- Students outside the OISE funded cohorts.
- Students working full-time during fall and winter terms.
Eligible expenses
- Tuition and incidental fees.
- Graduate support through fellowships, scholarships, awards, grants, and employment income.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
- Toronto
Processing and Agreement
- Eligibility for the funding package is confirmed and a personalized package is prepared each year.
- Students receive a funding letter with their admission offer or between August 15 and September 30.
- Funding may be revised when student circumstances or external awards change.
- Students must continue meeting the terms and conditions each year to remain funded.
Additional information
- There is no formal application process for the main funding package.
- Funding details are communicated with the offer of admission or by letter each year.
- Students must keep their contact information up to date in ACORN.
- Students may need to provide payroll documents for employment-based funding.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package?
This program provides financial support for eligible full-time PhD and non-professional MA students in OISE funded cohorts. Funding may include scholarships, fellowships, awards, grants, and employment income, with a maximum base funding commitment of $40,000 for PhD/SJD students.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package Funds up to $40,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package program, you must:
Full-time OISE PhD or MA student.
Good academic standing required.
Must meet annual funding terms.
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package?
Graduate study in eligible OISE PhD and non-professional MA programs.
Research and teaching employment linked to the funding package.
Application for major external scholarships required under the funding terms.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package?
You can contact Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) by email at oise.gradfinasst@utoronto.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package available?
The Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education — Graduate Funding Package is a Grant and Funding