Queen's University Graduate Fellowships Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
22 January 2027
The general application deadline for admission to many Queen's University graduate programs for the September 2027 intake, which typically includes consideration for internal graduate fellowships, is January 22, 2027. Additionally, the student deadline for the Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master's (CGS M) for the 2026-2027 competition is December 1, 2026. Many internal fellowships are department-nominated and do not require a separate student application, with allocation decisions often made in June following program admissions.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Queen's University Graduate Fellowships
Q.Does the Queen's University Graduate Fellowship cover tuition fees?
No, the funding package provided by Queen's University for graduate students does not directly cover tuition and ancillary fees. Students are responsible for paying these fees and their living expenses from the overall funding package they receive.
Q.How do I apply for the Queen's University Graduate Fellowships?
For most internal Queen's Graduate Fellowships, there is no separate application process. You are automatically considered for these awards based on your admission application and departmental recommendation, provided you indicate your need for financial support during your application to a graduate program.
Q.Are international students eligible for these fellowships?
Yes, international students are eligible for many internal Queen's Graduate Fellowships and a guaranteed minimum funding package for doctoral studies. Additionally, from the 2026-2027 competition year, international students are eligible to apply for prestigious Tri-Council awards. Some provincial awards like the Ontario Graduate Scholarship also have a limited number of awards for international students.
Q.What is the duration of the guaranteed funding?
Queen's University guarantees minimum funding for full-time Master's students for the first 2 years of their study and for full-time doctoral students for the first 4 years of their study, provided they maintain good academic standing and meet other eligibility criteria.