The University of Alberta is now inviting applications for the prestigious Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship, which is available for international doctoral candidates. This scholarship is supported by the Killam Trusts and offers financial assistance to outstanding students pursuing doctoral studies at the university.

The scholarship provides $45,000 per year, along with additional benefits, for a duration of two years. It aims to recognize and support exceptional research-oriented students in diverse academic fields. The scholarship is renewable for the second year, contingent upon meeting the renewal requirements. Additionally, eligible candidates may receive applicable International Graduate Differential Fees and a certificate of acknowledgment.

Recipients of the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship also receive an honorary status. If an external scholarship is awarded to the recipient, the Killam Memorial Scholarship may transition into an honorary award, with adjustments or reductions based on the value of the external scholarship received.

Brief Details

• Application Procedure: Departmental Nomination-Based
• Departmental Nomination Deadline (GSMS Awards Portal): February 13, 2025 (10:29 PM AFT)
• Host Organization: University of Alberta
• Funding Body: Killam Trusts
• Location: Canada
• Duration: 2 Years
• Degree Level: Doctoral
• Eligible Countries: All
• Fields of Study: Various
• Number of Scholarships: 14

Benefits of the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship

1. Scholarship value of up to $45,000 annually for the first two years of the doctoral program.
2. Coverage of applicable international graduate differential fees for eligible candidates.
3. A certificate of acknowledgment attesting to the scholarship award.
4. Scholarship recipients must commence their award on either May 1, 2025, or September 1, 2025.
5. The second year of funding is subject to renewal, contingent on eligibility and approval of the renewal request submitted through the GSMS Awards Portal at least six weeks before the end of the first year.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship 2025, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Be enrolled as a full-time doctoral student or be admissible to a doctoral program.
2. Have completed at least 12 months of graduate work (at the master’s or doctoral level) by May 1, 2025, or September 1, 2025.
3. Not exceed 48 months in their doctoral program as of December 31, 2024.
4. Have at least 18 months of full-time registration remaining after May 2025.
5. Graduate months completed during a master’s program will count toward the doctoral program for those who transferred from a master’s to a doctoral program.
6. There are no citizenship restrictions; candidates from all countries and fields of study are welcome to apply.
7. Have a first-class academic standing (minimum GPA of 3.5 or equivalent) based on either the admission GPA or the current graded graduate coursework.
8. Scholarships may only be held once per applicant.

Nomination Procedure

1. Departments must submit eligible nominations to the Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) office through the GSMS Awards Portal by February 13, 2025.
2. Departments with over 100 current doctoral students may submit a maximum of 5 nominations, while departments with fewer than 100 doctoral students can submit a maximum of 3 nominations.

Adjudication Procedure

The GPS Graduate Scholarship Committee evaluates all nominations and directly notifies successful applicants. The final decisions are announced after the Killam Trustees meeting in May or early June 2025.

Application Process

To apply for the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship, candidates must follow these steps:

1. Prepare the Application Package:
   • Scholarship Application Form: Complete and submit the official form.Application Form
   • Two Reference Letters : Secure two confidential reference letters from referees. For current doctoral students, one letter must be from the graduate program supervisor. Referees should send the letters directly to the department.
   • Updated Transcripts: Provide transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate studies. Copies of official transcripts must be submitted for institutions other than the University of Alberta.
2. Submit the Application:
   Submit the complete application package to the relevant department by the departmental deadline. Departments will review applications and forward their nominations through the GSMS Awards Portal.

Important Notes

• Ensure all documents and application forms are complete before submission.
• The application package should meet all eligibility and submission requirements as outlined.

For more details, visit the University of Alberta’s official website or review the Killam Memo.:

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