Ontario Graduate Scholarship

The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) is a prestigious merit-based scholarship program designed to support graduate students pursuing master’s or doctoral degrees at participating universities in Ontario, Canada. Administered by the Ontario government, this competitive funding opportunity recognizes academic excellence and research potential across all disciplines. The OGS program provides significant financial assistance to help offset tuition costs and living expenses during graduate studies. Awards are valued at $5,000 per term, with a maximum of $15,000 for three consecutive terms. Eligibility requirements include enrollment or acceptance in a graduate program at an Ontario university, maintaining a minimum academic average, and meeting citizenship or residency criteria. Application processes are managed by individual universities, with deadlines typically falling in early winter for the following academic year. Selection committees evaluate candidates based on academic achievement, research proposals, publications, and letters of recommendation. The OGS represents a valuable resource for graduate students seeking to advance their education and research in Ontario’s world-class academic institutions.