The University of British Columbia (UBC) Fellowship 2025 presents a remarkable opportunity for both domestic and international students aiming to pursue fully funded doctoral studies in Canada. Commonly referred to as the UBC Four-Year Doctoral Fellowship (4YF), this program offers generous financial assistance to exceptional PhD, DMA, and MD-PhD candidates. With an annual stipend of $18,200 and full tuition coverage, recipients can devote their energy entirely to their academic and research ambitions at one of Canada’s leading research universities.
Fellowship Overview
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Country: Canada
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Host Institution: University of British Columbia (UBC)
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Level of Study: Doctoral
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Funding Type: Fully Funded
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Application Deadline: December 2025
Benefits of the Fellowship
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Annual financial support of $18,200, providing stability during the doctoral program.
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Full tuition fees covered for nearly four years.
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Open to both Canadian and international students, attracting top-level doctoral candidates worldwide.
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Stable, base-level funding from UBC, allowing scholars to focus completely on research without the burden of financial stress.
Eligibility Requirements
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Open to applicants from all nationalities.
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Available for first-year or continuing DMA, PhD, or MD-PhD students.
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Reduced funding may apply in certain circumstances.
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Students with Tri-agency awards (NSERC, CIHR, SSHRC) may also qualify.
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Includes eligibility for Doctoral Canada Graduate Scholarships (CGSD) and Vanier Scholarships.
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Award holders may receive both tuition coverage and stipend under the 4YF.
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Selection is based on outstanding academic performance and program recommendation.
