The Harvard University Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships administers this scholarship for graduating Harvard College seniors. It supports one year of study at a Canadian university.
Applicants may hold any citizenship or residency status but must have at least a 3.5 GPA. The proposed program cannot be pre-professional, while study connected to Canada or Canadian interests receives preference. The latest published cycle closed on April 13, 2026, and a later cycle has not yet been announced.
Benefits & funding
- Approximately CAD 4,000 to offset tuition at a Canadian university.
- Support covers one year of study.
Eligibility
- Be a graduating Harvard College senior.
- Have a GPA of at least 3.5.
- Applicants of any citizenship or residency status may apply.
- Propose a non-pre-professional program at a Canadian university; Canada-related study is preferred but not required.
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Education required
Bachelor
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Application process
- 1Review the scholarship listing and submit the application through Harvard’s CARAT system.
- 2Provide a one-page resume, unofficial transcript, 1,000-word proposal, proof of submitting an admission application, and two recommendation letters.
- 3A staff and faculty committee reviews applications without interviews, and awards are made in late April.
Program timeline
Application deadline for the latest published cycle.
April 13, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
Awards made for the latest published cycle.
Late April 2026