Applications are now open for the 2026 Study in Canada Scholarship Program (SICP), a financed chance for international students to participate in short-term study or research exchanges at Canadian post-secondary organizations.
This scholarship, supported by the Federal government of Canada, is created for undergraduate and postgraduate trainees from selected nations who want to get academic experience in Canada through an exchange plan in between their home institution and a Canadian institution.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Program Type: Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD, and Postgraduate Exchange
- Qualified Countries: 21 selected nations
- Financing: Approximately CAD $14,000
- IELTS: Not required in most cases
- Deadline: March 31, 2026
Who Can Use?
To be thought about, applicants should:
- Be a citizen of one of the eligible nations (including Nigeria)
- Be enrolled full-time at a post-secondary organization in their home country
- Be paying tuition costs at their home organization throughout the exchange period
- Have an existing academic link or exchange arrangement between their home institution and a Canadian institution
Scholarship Advantages
Selected candidates may get:
- CAD $10,200 for 4 months of study or research study
- CAD $14,000 for 5– 6 months of graduate-level study or research study
- Support for travel, visa fees, health insurance, living expenses, books, and local transport
Essential Note
Students do not use directly. Applications should be submitted by the Canadian host organization on behalf of the trainee.
How to Apply
Interested students should:
- Notify their home institution of their interest
- Confirm whether their institution has a partnership with a Canadian organization
- Follow the application procedure provided by the Canadian partner organization
- Ensure all eligibility requirements are fulfilled before nomination
The Study in Canada Scholarship 2026 is an important chance for students seeking worldwide exposure, scholastic exchange, and financed research study experience in Canada.