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Dr. Abdus Salam (Nobel Laureate) Bursary

Overview The Dr. Abdus Salam (Nobel Laureate) Bursary will be awarded to graduate students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Biotechnology at York University’s Markham Campus. Dr. Abdus Salam (1926-1996) was a pioneering theoretical physicist and Nobel laureate. He received the 1979 Nobel Prize in Physics for his contributions to the electroweak unification theory, becoming […]

Bennett Graduate Bursary for Canadian Studies

Overview The Chancellor Bennett Graduate Bursary for the Study of Canadian Literature will be granted to recognize students' commitment and excellence in the study of Canadian Literature. To be eligible, applicants must be incoming Master's students engaging in study and/or research in Canadian Literature. Recipients must be Canadian citizens/permanent residents or protected persons, residents of […]

FGS 60th Anniversary Award

Overview This fund is designated to create an expendable award to support 6 BIPOC part-time scholars enrolled in a graduate research program while maintaining caregiving responsibilities and/or demonstrating meaningful commitment to community service. This award represents FGS’ commitment to DEDI and Access for All, acknowledging the barriers facing many scholars who balance advanced study with […]

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*, […]

William Pearson Scott Scholarship

Overview The William Pearson Scott Scholarship will be awarded to outstanding fourth year specialized honours or first year Masters students in economics or political science. How to Apply Contact For more information, please contact the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies Office of the Associate Dean, Students.

David Leyton-Brown Endowment Fund–in Political Science

Overview The David Leyton-Brown Endowment Fund is offered to an entering graduate student at the Masters or Doctoral level, with preference given to students specializing in International Relations. The student will be judged according to their academic excellence and demonstrated financial need. Applicants must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, and be Ontario residents*. […]

Verney MA Book Prize

Overview The Verney MA Book Prize is awarded to a full-time or part-time MA student in Political Science for the best Major Research Paper submitted in any field in Political Science in a given academic year. For more information, please visit the Graduate Program in Political Science's website. Contact Graduate Program in Political ScienceS633 RossEmail: polsgrad@yorku.ca

Mary McEwan Memorial Award

Overview In memory of Mary McEwan, who was a psychologist and scholar deeply concerned with women’s issues, this scholarship is annually offered one PhD dissertation produced at York University in the area of feminist scholarship. An Awards Committee of faculty affiliated with the Centre for Feminist Research will choose the winners. How to Apply Contact […]

LaMarsh—Child/Youth Violence Research Award

Overview Through funding provided by the LaMarsh Centre for Research on Violence and Conflict Resolution, the Child/Youth Violence Research Assistantship provides the opportunity for a graduate student to work with the nominating professor in their ongoing research related to reducing violence in the lives of children and youth. In addition, this award will provide support […]

HSBC Exchange Award

Overview The HSBC Exchange Award will be awarded to undergraduate or graduate degree students participating in an official York University-wide Exchange Program through York International and face social, financial or personal barriers that could (or may) inhibit their participation in an international educational program. Students must have a minimum GPA of 6.00 to qualify. How […]