University of Calgary Graduate Fellowships Renewal Process 2026
Renewal Guidelines & Conditions
The minimum guaranteed funding is provided for the first four years of a PhD program and the first two years of an MA or MSc thesis-based program. Renewal is contingent upon the student's continued full-time registration in their graduate program and maintaining satisfactory academic progress as defined by university regulations.
Key Renewal Prerequisites
- Must pass the previous annual/semester examination in the first attempt.
- No active backlogs or ATKT are permitted in most professional programs.
- Must maintain regular class attendance (typically 75% or higher) validated by the college.
FAQs for University of Calgary Graduate Fellowships
Q.Is the University of Calgary Graduate Fellowship a specific scholarship I apply for?
While there isn't a single 'University of Calgary Graduate Fellowship' program, the university provides a comprehensive 'minimum guaranteed funding package' for all eligible thesis-based graduate students, which acts as a general fellowship. Many internal and external awards also exist, and you apply for these through the same awards portal after applying for admission.
Q.What does the 'minimum guaranteed funding package' cover?
The minimum guaranteed funding package is designed to provide substantial financial support for eligible thesis-based graduate students. It typically comprises various sources such as stipends from your supervisor's research grants, internal university awards, external scholarships, and compensation for graduate assistantships (teaching or research). The aim is to place students in a strong financial position to focus on their studies and research.
Q.What are the academic requirements to be considered for this funding?
To be eligible for graduate admission and subsequently for the minimum guaranteed funding, you generally need to have a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (approximately 75%) in the last two years of your undergraduate degree. Strong academic performance is a key factor in the competitive selection process.
Q.How long is the guaranteed funding provided?
The minimum guaranteed funding is provided for the first four years for PhD students and the first two years for Master's (MA/MSc) thesis-based students. Continued funding is contingent on maintaining full-time registration and satisfactory academic progress in your program.