BANTING POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIPS

Application Deadline: September 17, 2024 (20:00 EDT)

LOCATION: Canada

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program provides funding to the very best postdoctoral applicants, both nationally and internationally, who will positively contribute to the country’s economic, social, and research-based growth.

ELIGIBILITY:

The scholarship is open to students from all countries.

Applicants must not be a holders of the scholarship in the previous years.

Students should be willing to develop their leadership potential.

Demonstrate academic excellence and extensive research potential.

The Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program is unique in its emphasis on the synergy between:

the applicant – their individual merit and potential to launch a successful research-intensive career; and

the host institution – their commitment to the research program and alignment with the institution’s strategic priorities.

An applicant to the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships program must complete their application in full collaboration with the proposed host institution.

70 fellowships are awarded annually; approximately 140 awards are active at any time. Fellowships are distributed equally among:

the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR)

the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC)

the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC)

BENEFIT:

Value: $70,000 per year (taxable)

Duration: 2 years (non-renewable)

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BOSTON UNIVERSITY PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Application Deadline: 1 December, 2024

LOCATION: USA


Each year, the Board of Admissions awards the Presidential Scholarship to our incoming first-year students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement. In addition to being among our most academically talented students, Presidential Scholars demonstrate excellence beyond the classroom and are leaders in their schools and communities.

ELIGIBILITY:

All students are considered for the Presidential Scholarship: U.S. citizens, permanent residents, eligible non-citizens, and international students.

No additional essays or application forms are required. Students who wish to be considered for the Presidential Scholarship should submit their application and supporting credentials by December 1.

BENEFIT:

This $25,000 tuition scholarship is renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study at BU.

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