Toronto Metropolitan University Bridging Divides Graduate Student Scholarships 2027: Up to $45,000 Annually for Master’s and PhD Students

Overview

The Bridging Divides Graduate Student Stipend Program is offered through the Global Migration Institute at Toronto Metropolitan University in Canada. The initiative provides financial support combined with integration into an interdisciplinary academic community for graduate students pursuing advanced research. Recipients are expected to actively engage in the research activities of the institute, collaborate with scholars, and participate in research training activities and workshops.

Who can apply

Both domestic and international students enrolled or applying as full-time graduate students at Toronto Metropolitan University for Fall 2027 are eligible to apply. The program is open to prospective first-year Master’s students, existing Master’s students entering their second year, and existing PhD students. Applicants must have supervisors or co-supervisors who are Toronto Metropolitan University faculty members directly involved in the program, and their proposed research must relate to one of the four Bridging Divides research themes.

What you get

Successful Master’s students receive annual stipends of up to $35,000, while eligible PhD students receive annual stipends of up to $45,000. Funding renewals are subject to an annual review of academic progress and the availability of funds. In addition to financial assistance, recipients gain access to collaborative research projects, training activities, and professional development opportunities within the Global Migration Institute.

Key dates

The application deadline for PhD applicants is February 1, 2027. The application deadline for Master’s applicants is April 1, 2027. All participants must be enrolled to study at Toronto Metropolitan University in Fall 2027.