The University of British Columbia Four Year Doctoral Fellowship (4YF) 2026 is a prestigious fully funded support program in Canada designed to provide outstanding doctoral students with stable financial backing during their doctoral studies at the University of British Columbia. This fellowship helps exceptional PhD, DMA, and MDPhD students focus on research, academic excellence, and innovation without financial burden.
Fellowship Benefits
Selected recipients will receive:
● A minimum annual stipend of $18,200 CAD to support living expenses
● Full tuition coverage for up to four years of doctoral study
● Continued funding as long as academic progress is satisfactory
● Ability to combine this base funding with other scholarships, assistantships, or awards to increase support level
Who Can Apply?
This fellowship is open to candidates who meet the following criteria:
● Be admitted to a full‑time doctoral program (PhD, DMA, or MDPhD) at the University of British Columbia
● Demonstrate excellent academic performance
● Be considered by UBC graduate programs for fellowship support
● Maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout the funding period
● Funding is available to domestic and international students alike
Scholarship Duration
The Four Year Doctoral Fellowship provides funding for up to four years of doctoral study, allowing students to pursue long‑term research and academic goals with financial stability.
Why You Should Apply
This fellowship offers comprehensive financial support and research stability at one of Canada’s leading research universities. It enables doctoral students to fully engage with their academic work, grow professionally, and build strong research portfolios that enhance future career and academic opportunities.
Take Action
Prepare your doctoral application materials and apply for admission to the University of British Columbia. Upon admission, you will be considered for the Four Year Doctoral Fellowship 2026 as part of UBC’s graduate funding process.
