Financial Support
As one of Canada's leading research institutions, we place great importance
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Program Funding
Qualified students in Theory and Criticism are supported with a financial package which may consist of a combination of a Western Graduate Research Scholarship and a Graduate Teaching Assistantship during the eligible period of funding. Learn More

External Scholarships
Graduate scholarships are available to students a competitive basis from the SSHRC Doctoral Research Awards, Canada Graduate Scholarships Master's, and Ontario Graduate Scholarships (OGS). Learn More
Research Funding
Students may apply for internal funding to cover conference and research expenses related to registration, travel, accommodation and more. Learn More
Fellowships and Grants
There exist several fellowship programs offered to prospective and current graduate scholars each year. Learn More