University of British Columbia Four‑Year Doctoral Fellowship 2026 | Canada | Fully Funded

The University of British Columbia Four Year Doctoral Fellowship (4YF) 2026 is a prestigious fully funded program in Canada that provides exceptional doctoral students with stable financial support during their studies at UBC. This fellowship allows PhD, DMA, and MDPhD students to focus on research, academic excellence, and innovation without financial concerns.

Fellowship Benefits

Recipients will receive:

● A minimum annual stipend of $18,200 CAD for living expenses
● Full tuition coverage for up to four years of doctoral study
● Continued funding as long as academic progress remains satisfactory
● The option to combine this base funding with other scholarships, assistantships, or awards

Eligibility

Applicants must:

● Be admitted to a full-time doctoral program (PhD, DMA, or MDPhD) at UBC
● Demonstrate outstanding academic performance
● Be considered by UBC graduate programs for fellowship support
● Maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout the funding period
● Both domestic and international students are eligible

Fellowship Duration

The Four Year Doctoral Fellowship provides funding for up to four years, enabling students to pursue long-term research and academic goals with financial stability.

Why Apply?

This fellowship offers comprehensive financial support and research stability at one of Canada’s top research universities, allowing doctoral students to fully engage in their academic work, develop professionally, and build strong research portfolios that enhance future career and academic opportunities.

Next Steps

Prepare your doctoral application materials and apply for admission to UBC. Once admitted, you will be considered for the Four Year Doctoral Fellowship 2026 as part of UBC’s graduate funding process.