Four Year Doctoral Fellowship (4YF) | University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia offers its Four-Year Doctoral Fellowship. This program supports outstanding domestic and international PhD students. Effective September 2026, funding covers up to four years in total. It provides stable, base-level support throughout doctoral studies. Applications happen automatically through UBC’s graduate admissions process.

Program Snapshot

• Host Institution: University of British Columbia
• Degree Level: Doctoral, DMA, or MD/PhD programs
• Duration: Up to four years, subject to academic progress
• Citizenship: Open to Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and international students
• Application Deadline: Set individually by each graduate program

Financial Benefits

• $24,000 annual stipend for doctoral studies
• Full tuition coverage included yearly
• Funding continues for up to four years total
• Automatic consideration upon admission offer

How Selection Works

• Based entirely on academic excellence and program recommendation
• Priority given to students starting their first PhD year
• Continuing students may also receive consideration
• Each graduate program receives a set fellowship allocation

Special Funding Rules

• Vanier and Tri-Agency scholarship holders automatically qualify
• These students receive 4YF funding once external awards end
• Support continues until four years post-award or the fifth year
• Canadian and permanent resident holders must reapply for Tri-Agency funding annually
• International holders aren’t required to reapply, but may compete for higher awards

Application Steps

Apply for admission to your chosen UBC graduate program. All PhD, DMA, and MD/PhD applicants are automatically considered.

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