2026 Simon Fraser University Scholarship in Canada

The 2026 Simon Fraser University (SFU) Scholarship mentioned refers specifically to high-value graduate research positions within the Synthetic Aperture Radar Laboratory (SARLab). These positions are for Master’s (MSc) and Doctoral (PhD) studies starting in September 2026.

Scholarship Rewards
The financial package is designed to be fully funded, combining a base stipend with additional graduate funding:
Annual Stipend: Typically ranges from $30,000 to $35,000 CAD.
Total Potential Funding: Can reach ~$33,000–$38,000 for Master’s and ~$37,000–$43,000 for PhD students when including additional Graduate Fellowships (GF) or Teaching Assistantships (TA).
Tuition Support: Often included as part of the “fully funded” status to cover tuition fees (approx. $13,000 CAD).

Important Deadlines
Application Deadline: April 16, 2026.
Supporting Documents: All materials, including transcripts and research statements, must be submitted by this date.

Eligibility & Application Requirements
Academic Background: Open to students with a background in Physics, Geophysics, or Engineering.
GPA Requirements: Generally requires a CGPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 (75%) for PhD and 2.5 out of 4.0 (60%) for MS scholarships.
Supervisor Contact: It is highly recommended to contact a professor (specifically in the SARLab) before submitting a formal application.

Application Fee: International applicants should expect a fee of approximately CAD$160.

Other SFU 2026 Opportunities
For undergraduate students or those in other fields, SFU offers different awards with varying timelines:
Undergraduate Bursaries/Scholarships (Fall 2026): Application period is August 31 to September 18, 2026.
Entrance Bursaries: The deadline for high school entrance bursaries is March 31, 2026.
Uggla Family Scholarship: A full-ride scholarship specifically for Domestic Canadian students, with a typical January deadline