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George C. Comninel Bursary for the Study of Political Theory in Historical and Social Context  

Overview The George C. Comninel Bursary for the Study of Political Theory in Historical and Social Context will benefit graduate students engaged in research and related scholarly and creative activities centered on the study of political theory in historical and social contexts. Value and Duration Eligibility Award Period (when the award will be paid) Deadlines […]

Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) / Canadian Astronomical Society (CASCA) J. S. Plaskett Medal

Overview The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) and the Canadian Astronomical Society (CASCA) convey the J. S. Plaskett Medal to the Ph.D. graduate from a Canadian university judged to have submitted the most outstanding doctoral thesis in astronomy or astrophysics within the last two calendar years. How to Apply For further information, please visit the Royal Astronomical […]

United Empire Loyalist's Award

Overview Awarded to a student in the Master's or Doctoral program whose research is on a topic devoted to the study of the United Empire Loyalists during the time period of 1760-1841, their descendants and their legacy.  Such research may focus on the history of loyalists in the 13 colonies, Upper Canada, Lower Canada, Nova […]

Robert Cuff Fellowship for American History

Overview The Robert Cuff Fellowship provides travel grants to Master’s-Level or Doctoral students researching topics related to the United States. Eligible students must be enrolled full-time in the York History Department or the Schulich School of Business. Applications will be received from both Master’s-Level and Doctoral students, but preference will be given to Doctoral students. […]

Dean’s Scholarship for Women in Science

Overview The Dean’s Scholarship for Women in Science supports female Doctoral and Master's students in the Faculty of Science. Launched on the 2021 UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the scholarship supports domestic female students entering a graduate program in the Faculty of Science who demonstrate leadership skills, academic excellence, and research […]

Neal Wood Graduate Award

Overview The Neal Wood Graduate Award will be given annually to a graduate student entering the Political Science Department at the Faculty of Graduate Studies on the basis of academic achievement and the potential to contribute to the social history of political theory. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, be Ontario residents*, […]

Mary Jane Mossman Graduate Scholarship

Overview The Mary Jane Mossman Graduate Scholarship was established in recognition of the contribution made by Osgoode Professor Mary Jane Mossman to issues of legal scholarship and education, and particularly as they relate to concerns of women. One scholarship, or in exceptional cases, two scholarships will be awarded. For more information, please visit the Osgoode Graduate […]

Martha Shuttleworth Graduate Entrance Scholarship in Public and International Affairs

Overview The Martha Shuttleworth Graduate Entrance Scholarship will be awarded to a student entering the Master's in Public and International Affairs who has a minimum "A" admission average and demonstrated involvement in extra-curricular activities and leadership. All entering master's students in the Graduate Program in Public and International Affairs will be considered for this award […]

Russell David Smith Graduate Award in Public and International Affairs

This award was established by Russell David Smith (BA'67) in celebration of the 50th anniversary of his graduation from Glendon College and in thankful recognition of Glendon's graduate program in Public and International Affairs. When Russell wanted to pursue graduate studies in public administration in the late 60's, sadly York had no suitable program and […]