Overview
The Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master’s (CGSM) program provide financial support to high calibre scholars who are engaged in eligible Masters or, in some cases, doctoral programs in Canada. This support allows these scholars to fully concentrate on their studies in their chosen fields. The CGS M Program supports 3,000 students annually in all disciplines and is administered jointly by Canada’s three federal granting agencies: the Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR), the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC). The selection process and post-award administration are carried out at the university level, under the guidance of the three agencies. Students submit their application to the university at which they propose to hold their award via the Research Portal.
Value and Duration
- $17,500 for one year
Eligibility
Deadlines
- December 1
How to Apply
- Submit an application following the online application instructions provided by CGS-Master's program.
- Submit the 2024-2025 Tri-Council and Ontario Graduate Scholarship Cover Sheet
Both requirements listed above must be completed by the above-listed deadline (December 1).
Transcripts
Official transcripts with your complete academic record (undergraduate and graduate studies, completed and ongoing) are required. Accordingly, applicants are responsible for collecting, uploading, and confirming legibility of previous and current (including Fall 2023 even if no grades are available) official transcripts and upload them directly onto the application portal.
To access your York University official transcript, please visit the Order Transcripts Online page and request for your official transcript to be emailed to you. Please note that grade reports will not be accepted.
The Triagency will only accept unofficial transcripts if official transcripts cannot be obtained.
Resources
Applicants are encouraged to view the Scholarships and Fellowships Program Application Video Tutorials, produced by the Tri-agency, which provides detailed information on the following topics:
- Program Updates and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Information
- CGS M Program Information
- CGS M—How to apply using the Research Portal
FGS encourages all graduate students applying for external scholarships to consult the following guides:
Support
- If you require further assistance, please contact our Scholarship & Awards Coordinator or Research Officer by visiting our FGS Staff Directory.