25. September 2025
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Scholarships That Cover Full Tuition + Living Costs in Canada
Top Canadian scholarships for international students that provide both tuition and living cost coverage in 2025/26.
Note: “Full coverage” means scholarships that include tuition + living stipend; some may also cover travel, health insurance or research costs where noted. Always verify the final package directly with the awarding institution.
- Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships — Doctoral students; provides a generous stipend and full funding to support research, tuition, and living expenses.
- Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship (University of Toronto) — Exceptional undergraduates; covers tuition, books, residence, and living support.
- McCall MacBain Scholarships (McGill University) — Graduate-level; full tuition, living stipend, relocation, and leadership program support.
- UBC International Scholars Program — Undergraduates; needs-based awards that may cover full cost of study including living expenses.
- The Trudeau Foundation Doctoral Scholarships — PhD candidates; funding includes tuition, living stipend, travel and community engagement components.
Tips to Maximize Your Chances
- Start early — many scholarship deadlines fall several months before the academic year.
- Reach out to prospective professors or departments to ask about funding and eligibility.
- Prepare strong personal statements / research proposals that highlight leadership, community impact, and academic excellence.
- Make sure your academic transcripts and test scores (if required) are in excellent shape.
- Plan for additional costs (visa, travel, books) not always included in scholarship packages.
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