# UT Scholarships
The University of Toronto Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program exists and qualifies Somali refugee students in Canada for up to $80,000 in funding.
The program aims to support scholarships for refugees pursuing fully funded scholarships in Canada scholarships.
Refugee students can apply for various PhD scholarships in STEM fields at the University of Toronto.
Who Qualifies
To be eligible for the University of Toronto Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, applicants must be Somali refugee students with a valid Canadian visa, including visa categories such as Convention Refugees, Protected Persons, or Refugee Claimants.
They must also demonstrate financial need and have a strong academic record in a STEM field.
Available Scholarships
The following scholarships are available for Somali refugee students in Canada:
University of Toronto Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
* Amount: up to $80,000
* Eligibility: Somali refugee students in Canada with a valid visa
* Deadline: varies
* Official URL: https://www.utoronto.ca/mastercard-foundation-scholars-program
Ontario Graduate Scholarship
* Amount: up to $15,000
* Eligibility: graduate students in Ontario, including refugee students
* Deadline: varies
* Official URL: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-graduate-scholarship
Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master's Program
* Amount: up to $17,500
* Eligibility: master's students in Canada, including refugee students
* Deadline: December 1
* Official URL: https://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/CGSM-BESCM_eng.asp
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
* Amount: up to $50,000
* Eligibility: doctoral students in Canada, including refugee students
* Deadline: November 1
* Official URL: https://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/VanierCGS-VanierBES/index_eng.asp
Queen Elizabeth II Graduate Scholarships in Science and Technology
* Amount: up to $15,000
* Eligibility: graduate students in science and technology, including refugee students
* Deadline: varies
* Official URL: https://www.utoronto.ca/apply/scholarships/queen-elizabeth-ii-graduate-scholarships-science-and-technology
Application Steps
- Check the official scholarship websites for eligibility and application requirements.
- Review the scholarship deadlines and plan accordingly.
- Prepare all required documents, including transcripts and language proficiency tests.
- Submit the application and supporting documents before the deadline.
- Apply for a Canadian study permit, if required.
- Accept the scholarship offer and review the terms and conditions.
- Register for courses and attend orientation sessions.
- Maintain good academic standing and meet the scholarship requirements.
Documents Checklist
* Passport and valid visa
* Transcripts and diplomas
* Language proficiency test results (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS)
* Proof of financial need
* Personal statement and CV
* Letters of recommendation
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the University of Toronto Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?
- How much funding is available through the University of Toronto Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?
- What visa categories are eligible for the University of Toronto Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?
- Can I apply for other scholarships in addition to the University of Toronto Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program?
- How do I maintain good academic standing and meet the scholarship requirements?
- Can I apply for a Canadian study permit if I am a refugee?
- What is the deadline for the Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master's Program?
- How do I apply for the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships?
External Authority Links
* https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html
* https://www.utoronto.ca/
Related Guides
For more information on fully funded scholarships in Canada scholarships, please visit our website.
You can also find more information on scholarships for refugees and PhD scholarships.
Additionally, you can check our guide on scholarship deadlines to plan your applications.
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