The University of Alberta Graduate Travel Awards 2025 offer financial support to graduate students pursuing conference or research-related travel.
Funded by the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS), these awards help students disseminate research results and deepen their academic experience through national or international travel.
This opportunity is available once per graduate program (Master’s or PhD), and funding is limited. Applications are competitive, processed on a first-come, first-served basis, and must be complete and submitted through GSMS before deadlines.
Quick Summary: Graduate Travel Awards 2025
| Category | Details |
| Scholarship Name | Graduate Travel Awards |
| Type | Partially funded |
| Award Value | Up to CAD $2,000 (variable, based on eligible expenses) |
| Funding Type | Conference or Research Travel |
| Eligible Degrees | Master’s and Doctoral students |
| Application Mode | Online via GSMS |
| Sponsor | University of Alberta – Faculty of Graduate Studies |
| Location of Use | National or International (based on event/research) |
| Deadline Rule | December 31, 2025 |
Purpose of the Travel Award
The Graduate Travel Award is designed to support:
- Conference participation: Presenting a paper or poster, exhibiting work, or joining a panel.
- Research travel: Engaging in academic research activities outside the university.
Note: Students may only apply for one of the two categories (conference OR research travel) during their graduate program.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must meet the following:
- Be registered full-time in their program (at time of application and travel).
- Have a GPA of 2.7 or higher (based on last 15 graded credits in current program).
- Be actively participating in the event — observing alone is not eligible.
- One award per program (Master’s or Doctoral), not both.
Additional Criteria:
For Master’s Students
- Must have completed at least 2 full-time terms and no more than 4 years in the program.
- Course-based students must be registered full-time in Fall and Winter terms.
For Doctoral Students
- Must have completed candidacy exams and be actively engaged in thesis research.
- Cannot exceed 6 years in the program.
Application Windows by Travel Date
| Travel Start Dates | Application Opens |
| April 1 – June 30, 2025 | Closed |
| June 1 – August 31, 2025 | June 2, 2025 |
| September 1 – December 31, 2025 | August 5, 2025 |
| January 1 – April 30, 2026 | December 1, 2025 |
Applications must be complete and submitted before the departure date.
Award Value
- The award amount is variable, up to a maximum of CAD $2,000.
- Based on actual travel costs submitted by the student in the application.
How to Apply
- Visit the Graduate Studies Awards Portal (GSMS) during the application window.
- Follow the GSMS Awards Student Training Document to ensure accuracy.
- Submit a complete application before the travel start date.
- Only one event (conference or research) can be submitted per application.
For clear details about the application, visit the official website here.
FAQs
Can I apply if I’m attending multiple conferences?
No. Only one event per application is permitted. Multiple events will result in a rejected submission.
What if I change programs during my graduate studies?
You must meet the eligibility criteria of your current program at both the time of application and travel.
Is the award guaranteed once I apply?
No. Funding is limited and distributed first-come, first-served. Submitting early with a complete application increases your chances.
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