The Killam International Research Scholarship 2026 is now open for PhD students at Dalhousie University who want to do short term research abroad. This program gives up to $6000 to cover travel, housing, meals, visas, insurance and research costs for up to three months. It helps Killam Doctoral Scholars grow their studies internationally, build world connections and get useful research experience without expense worry. Only two grants are available making this very competitive. The deadline to apply is 20 February 2026.
Killam International Research Scholarship Summary
| Country | Canada (for research abroad) |
| University | Dalhousie University |
| Level | Short-term PhD research abroad (up to 3 months) |
| Coverage | Funded |
| Eligible For | Current Killam Doctoral Scholars at Dalhousie |
| Deadline | 20 February 2026 |
About the Killam International Research Scholarship
Dalhousie University uses Killam funds to help its best PhD students get international experience. This award comes from the Killam Alumni Fund. It lets you do research outside Canada for up to three months. You work with foreign experts and bring new ideas back to your PhD. Only two scholarships are given each year so it is very competitive. It fits the Killam goal to support top research and global links.
Scholarship Benefits
You get money to cover costs abroad.
- Up to $6,000 total.
- Pays international travel.
- Helps with accommodation and meals.
- Covers living costs during the stay.
- Pays research fees supplies or visa costs.
- Pays insurance if needed. You must use it within one year and return to Dalhousie to finish your degree.
See Also: Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) 2026
Eligibility Criteria
- You must hold a Level 2 Killam Predoctoral award or have accepted it.
- You must not have received this award or similar ones like Michael Smith before.
- Your research must need you to be abroad.
- You must be full-time in PhD at Dalhousie.
- You must plan to return and finish your degree after.
- It is only for current Killam scholars at Dalhousie.
Required Documents
You need these for online form.
- Online application form.
- Academic transcripts.
- Letters of support from supervisors.
- Outline of your research plan abroad.
- Budget proposal showing costs.
- Valid passport copy.
- CV or resume. All in English.
Important Dates / Deadline
Applications are open now. Deadline is 20 February 2026. Use the award within one year. Research stay up to three months abroad.
See Also: UNESCO World Heritage Residence Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)
How to Apply For Killam International Research Scholarship
The process is online.
- Go to Dalhousie site or Killam page.
- Fill the application form.
- Upload all papers and budget.
- Get support letters.
- Submit by deadline.
- They review based on project value fit and benefits to your PhD.
- Winners told soon after.
