Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation PhD Scholarship 2027
by Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation
Canada
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation
all
Description
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation PhD Scholarship supports outstanding PhD students in the humanities or social sciences…
Full Description
Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation is looking for students with an outstanding academic record who demonstrate exceptional potential to advance knowledge and address the major challenges facing Canada and the world.
Successful candidates stand out through the quality of their research, their academic excellence, as well as their intellectual curiosity, ambition, leadership potential, commitment to society, and desire to create meaningful impact beyond academia.
Summary
Amount
CAD 20,000 – 50,000
Funding Types
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Application LinkDeadline
Oct 02, 2026
This scholarship has expired
Benefits
- An annual stipend of up to $50,000 for three years to cover tuition and living expenses.
- An annual allowance of up to $20,000 for three years to support research, networking, and travel related to the doctoral project and Foundation programming.
- Membership in a dynamic community of Scholars, Mentors, and Fellows, all recognized for excellence in their respective fields; and lifelong membership in the Foundation’s alumni network, which includes over 500 individuals.
How to Apply
The application process for the 2027 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship will begin on September 1, 2026.
The application process for the 2027 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Scholarship will begin on September 1, 2026, with the opening of the eligibility verification form.
The key dates to remember are:
- September 1, 2026: Eligibility verification form opens;
- October 2, 2026: Deadline to submit an eligibility verification request;
- October 30, 2026, at 9 a.m. ET: Deadline for references to be received;
- November 6, 2026, at 4 p.m. ET: Deadline to submit the complete application.
For more information, kindly visit Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation PhD Scholarship.
Required Documents
Letters of Reference
You must provide three letters of reference:
- One from your PhD supervisor.
- One from another academic referee.
- One from a referee outside academia.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for a Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation PhD Scholarship, you must meet the following eligibility requirements.
Field of Study
Your field of study must be broadly related to the humanities or social sciences and address issues that are relevant to Canada’s future. Your PhD research must align with at least one of the Foundation’s four themes:
- Human Rights and Dignity
- Responsible Citizenship
- Canada and the World
- People and their Natural Environment
Learn more about the four themes
Who can apply?
To be eligible, you must be one of the following:
- A Canadian student enrolled at a Canadian university;
- A Canadian student enrolled at a university outside Canada; or
- An international student enrolled at a Canadian university.
International students residing outside Canada or enrolled at a university outside Canada are not eligible.
Stage of Study
At the time of application, you must be:
- in the first year of a PhD program; or
- in the second year of a PhD program.
What We Look For
The strongest applications typically demonstrate:
- Academic excellence, supported by an outstanding academic record.
- A compelling research project that addresses issues shaping Canada’s future.
- A strong commitment to making a positive impact, demonstrated through initiatives, collaborations, or achievements.
A willingness to engage in dialogue, interdisciplinary collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
