Suitably qualified international and Canadian students are invited to apply for the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships 2027. This scholarship aims to address the major challenges facing Canada and the world.
The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships welcomes students with an outstanding academic record who demonstrate exceptional potential to advance knowledge and address the major challenges facing Canada and the world to pursue a PhD degree at a Canadian university for the 2027/2028 academic session.
To qualify for this PhD Scholarship worth about $60,000 per scholar, you must stand out through the quality of your research, academic excellence, as well as your intellectual curiosity, ambition, leadership potential, commitment to society, and desire to create meaningful impact beyond academia.
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships 2027, 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.
- In the first year of a PhD program; or
- In the second year of a PhD program.
Note: International students residing outside Canada or enrolled at a university outside Canada are not eligible.
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 below:
- Human Rights and Dignity
- Responsible Citizenship
- Canada and the World
- People and their Natural Environment
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.
Letters of Reference
Applicants must provide three letters of reference:
- One from your PhD supervisor.
- One from another academic referee.
- One from a referee outside academia.
Method of Application
To apply for the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships 2027, be aware that the application process will begin on September 1, 2026. Revisit the website on or after the said date for application link.
Application Deadline: October 2, 2026.
For More Information: Visit the Scholarship Website.
