Aga Khan Foundation Canada International Scholarship Programme

Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC)

Amount: Varies (covers tuition, living expenses, travel)
Deadline: March 31
Level: graduate
Renewable: No

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About

Provides scholarships to outstanding students from select developing countries and Canadian Ismaili Muslims for postgraduate studies. Aims to build human resource capacity in areas relevant to AKDN's development mandate.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: Canadian, Permanent Resident, Citizens of select developing countries
  • GPA: Excellent academic record
  • Demographic: Ismaili Muslim (priority)
  • Accepted into a master's or PhD program at a Canadian or international university
  • Demonstrated financial need

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Personal statement
  • CV
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of reference
  • Financial information

Timeline

Application opens January. Deadline March 31. Interviews May-June. Results announced July.

Tips

Clearly articulate your career goals and how your chosen program aligns with AKDN's values and development objectives.