Applications are now open for the Concordia University Scholarship 2025 for international students
Concordia University in Montreal, Canada, offers the International Tuition Award of Excellence to outstanding international students entering doctoral programs. This prestigious award significantly reduces tuition fees, making world-class research and academic training more accessible to international students.
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Valued at approximately $47,463, the award reduces the tuition to the rate paid by domestic Quebec students, helping Concordia attract and retain global research talent and promoting a culturally rich academic environment.
Benefits of the Award
International PhD students who receive the Concordia International Tuition Award of Excellence benefit from:
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| 💰 Tuition Reduction | Reduces international tuition to domestic Quebec student rate |
| 📉 Estimated Value | Approx. $47,463 CAD in tuition savings |
| 🌍 Financial Accessibility | Makes Concordia’s top-tier PhD programs more affordable |
| 🎓 Automatic Award | No separate application needed—granted at the time of admission |
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the International Tuition Award of Excellence, applicants must:
- Be an incoming international student
- Have applied and been admitted to a doctoral program at Concordia University
- Not already receive tuition sponsorships from another institution or funding body that reduces tuition to the Quebec rate
NOTE: Students sponsored by external agencies or mobility programs (government or institutional) that reduce tuition fees are not eligible for this award.
Selection Process
NOTE: No separate application is required!
All international PhD applicants are automatically considered for the Concordia International Tuition Award of Excellence during the admission process. If eligible and admitted, the award is granted by default, making the process seamless for prospective students.
How to Apply
Application Process
- Apply for a Doctoral Program
- Visit the provided link below
- Choose your desired PhD program and begin your online application
- Prepare Required Documents
- Academic transcripts
- Statement of purpose
- Research proposal
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Letters of recommendation
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
- Submit Application
- Submit your PhD admission application before the program-specific deadline
- Indicate that you are an international student
- Automatic Scholarship Consideration
- If admitted and eligible, you’ll automatically receive the International Tuition Award of Excellence
Why Choose Concordia University for Your PhD?
- Research-driven programs in engineering, arts, science, business, and more
- Located in Montreal, one of Canada’s most vibrant, diverse cities
- Extensive industry partnerships and career support for researchers
- A strong community of over 10,000 graduate students from around the world
- Home to multiple interdisciplinary research centres and labs
Application Deadline: Admissions deadline
