Citizens of the World scholarships – Excellence and Commitment components
Explore the world, shape your future
The Excellence and Commitment components of Université Laval’s Citizens of the World scholarships aim to attract the world’s top talent by awarding international recruitment scholarships and nurturing the leaders of tomorrow.
“For a generation of students who are open to the world, committed to transforming societies, and a source of hope for a better way of living together.”
Excellence component (research-based master’s and doctorate)
The Citizens of the World Excellence component is intended for international students who have submitted a new application for admission to a research-based program at Université Laval for the summer or fall 2027 semesters. This scholarship recognizes academic excellence.
Master’s degrees with thesis and doctorates
Value
- Value of $20,000
This scholarship does not cover all the costs associated with studying in Québec City for one year (which include tuition fees and living expenses). Visit the Fees and Budgeting page for more information.
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility and selection criteria can be found on the scholarship’s directory listing.
How to apply
No form required. Selection is based on the admission applications received by the faculties.
Results
Recipients are usually announced in March. If you are awarded a scholarship, you will need to have officially received a conditional or definitive offer of admission from Université Laval by that point. Scholarships will not be given to applicants on the waiting list.
If you are awarded a scholarship, you will have 15 days to:
- Accept your offer of admission from Université Laval
- Pay the tuition fee deposit
- Accept the scholarship offer
After this deadline, the scholarship offer will be automatically withdrawn.
Questions?
Do you have any questions about the Excellence component of the Citizens of the World scholarships?
Email us at excellence@bbaf.ulaval.ca.
Commitment component (research-based master’s and doctorate)
The Citizens of the World Commitment component is intended for international students who have submitted a new application for admission to a research-based program at Université Laval for the winter, summer, or fall 2027 semesters.
This scholarship supports talented students who stand out for their exceptional commitment in various fields and serve as inspiring role models for community members throughout their university studies.
Master’s degrees with thesis and doctorates
Value
- Master’s degrees with thesis: Total value of $20,000 ($5,000 per semester, up to four semesters)
- Doctorates: Total value of $30,000 ($5,000 per semester, up to six semesters)
This scholarship does not cover all the costs associated with studying in Québec City for one year (which include tuition fees and living expenses). Visit the Fees and Budgeting page for more information.
Eligibility and selection criteria
Eligibility and selection criteria can be found on the scholarship’s directory listing.
How to apply
To apply for this scholarship, you must have submitted a completed admission application. Once the Registrar’s Office has opened* your file, you can log in to the scholarship directory and fill out the form linked in the scholarship’s listing. You do not need to have received an offer of admission from Université Laval to proceed.
* File opening may take a few days.
Deadline: January 15, 2027
See the scholarship’s directory listing
Results
Recipients are usually announced in late April. If you are awarded a scholarship, you will need to have officially received a conditional or definitive offer of admission from Université Laval by that point. Scholarships will not be given to applicants on the waiting list.
If you are awarded a scholarship, you will have 15 days to:
- Accept your offer of admission from Université Laval
- Pay the tuition fee deposit
- Accept the scholarship offer
After this deadline, the scholarship offer will be automatically withdrawn.
Questions?
Do you have any questions about the Commitment component of the Citizens of the World scholarships?
Email us at engagement@bbaf.ulaval.ca.
Please note that the information on this page is subject to change without notice.