CNPq and the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have established a graduate co-funding program for Brazilian nationals to pursue thesis-based master and PhD studies at USask with funding provided jointly through CNPq and USask. USask is a member of CALDO.
Program overview
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Thesis-based master's students |
PhD students (full or sandwich) |
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Number of selected applicants |
Unlimited |
Unlimited |
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Duration of funding |
Up to two years |
Up to four years |
Brazillian students must meet the eligibility requirements for both the USask academic program and the CNPq scholarship.
How to apply
How to apply to the CNPq—University of Saskatchewan Co-Funding Program:
- Apply to USask
- Find a program
- Follow the steps to apply for admission
- Contact the Student Recruitment Officer of your intention to apply for CNPq
- If the student is admitted, the University of Saskatchewan will provide:
- Conditional letter of admission
- Information about how to obtain a Study Permit (per request) from the International and Study Abroad Centre (ISSAC)
- Apply to obtain CNPq Scholarship:
- Applications are open from January 2021
- Follow the steps to apply here
Funding
Brazilian students seeking full master or PhD degree
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CNPq |
USask |
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Cost of living |
Monthly allowance in accordance with its norms for up to four years for PhD students and two years for master's students. Return international airfare, health insurance cost covered. |
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Tuition |
Tuition cost covered for up to four years for PhD students and two years for master's students.
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Tuition bursary equivalent to international differential tuition for four years for PhD students and two years for master's students. |
Contact
USask
Student Recruitment Team
CALDO
CALDO Consortium