What the funding covers
- C$5,000 per session for two or three consecutive sessions, C$10,000 to C$15,000 in all.
What you will still pay
| Cost | Who pays |
|---|---|
| Tuition | You, helped by the award |
| Living costs | You |
Who can apply
- International master's or doctoral students in the department, with a valid study permit.
- Each graduate unit may send only one to three international applications to the School of Graduate Studies, which decides centrally.
Which nationalities can apply
Every nationality except citizens of Canada.
Documents you will need
- An OGS application through the School of Graduate Studies
- Proof of a valid study permit
How to apply
- Apply through the University of Toronto School of Graduate Studies' OGS process, following the department's instructions.
- Submit by the department's deadline of 1 March 2027 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time.
- Results are expected in May 2027.
Before you apply: things to know
- Only one to three international applications go forward from the department, so the department picks its strongest candidates first.
- The award is a partial contribution and does not cover full international fees.
- A study permit is required, so this suits students already admitted or enrolled.
Common questions
Can international students get the Ontario Graduate Scholarship at Toronto MSE?
Yes, with a valid study permit; the department can put forward one to three international applications.
How much is it?
C$5,000 a session for two or three consecutive sessions.
When is the deadline?
1 March 2027 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time, for 2027–28.
A working timeline
Counting back from the next deadline (Mar 1, 2027). Steps marked NOW are already due if you start today.
Dec 7, 2026Research the route in depth: confirm eligibility, costs and every required document
Dec 21, 2026Ask your referees (for a PhD, email potential supervisors with a short, specific pitch)
Jan 4, 2027Write the first full draft of your motivation letter or statement of purpose
Jan 18, 2027Order transcripts and certified translations · book any language test
Feb 1, 2027Second draft: get feedback from someone who reads critically
Feb 15, 2027Finalise every document and complete the online form
Feb 22, 2027Submit, but never on the last day
Mar 1, 2027Deadline