The Churchill Cambridge Scholarship supports exceptional graduates from the University of Alberta who want to pursue PhD studies at the University of Cambridge in the United Kingdom. The award provides generous annual funding and promotes academic excellence, research impact, and international leadership in science and engineering. It suits students completing or recently completing degrees in engineering, science, or related disciplines who want advanced research experience at one of the world’s leading universities.
About the Churchill Cambridge Scholarship
The scholarship is an endowed award funded by the Sir Winston Churchill Society of Edmonton and supported by the Churchill Scholarships Foundation of Alberta. It helps UAlberta graduates enter PhD programmes at Churchill College, University of Cambridge, with strong financial support. The scholarship provides about CAD $64,000 per year and typically renews for up to three years, contingent on satisfactory academic progress.
Why Choose The Churchill Cambridge Scholarship?
The scholarship lets you study at Cambridge University, a globally prestigious institution, with substantial financial support that covers living expenses and academic focus. It strengthens your research credentials, expands your academic network, and enables participation in world-class research communities. As a Cambridge scholar, you gain professional visibility, development opportunities, and access to an elite research environment, which boosts career prospects in academia, industry, or policy.
Churchill Cambridge Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host Institution: University of Cambridge (Churchill College)
- Scholarship Name: Churchill Cambridge Scholarship
- Study Level: Doctoral (PhD)
- Award Value: ~CAD $64,000 per year (renewable up to three years)
- Eligible Applicants: Graduates of the University of Alberta completing BSc or MSc degrees in engineering, science, or related disciplines
- Application Deadline: October 16, 2026
- Application Method: Submit one PDF via email to the UAlberta Mechanical Engineering contact
Scholarship Benefits
- Receive high annual funding (~CAD $64,000) to cover living costs and study at Cambridge.
- Renew funding for up to three years with satisfactory academic progress.
- Access world-leading research facilities and mentorship at Churchill College and Cambridge University.
- Gain international research experience, networking opportunities, and career development.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be completing or have recently completed a BSc or MSc degree at the University of Alberta (often in engineering or science).
- Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and research potential.
- Show strong motivation to pursue a PhD at Cambridge and represent Alberta and UAlberta positively.
- Provide references from academic mentors who can attest to their scholarly capabilities.
Required Application Materials
Prepare a single PDF including:
- A letter of application stating reasons for wanting to study at Cambridge and research interests (max two pages).
- Your UAlberta academic transcript.
- Names and contact information of two academic references (preferably faculty familiar with your research).
- Optional resume/CV highlighting experience and achievements.
Submit the PDF by 15 October 2025 to Jason Olfert, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, UAlberta, at [email protected].
Tip: Apply for external awards, such as NSERC or other research scholarships, to supplement this funding.
Application Process & Timeline
- Prepare your application documents: motivation letter, transcript, and reference details.
- Compile all materials into a single PDF.
- Email your application to the designated UAlberta contact before 16 October 2026.
- The selection committee evaluates applications based on academic excellence and suitability for Cambridge doctoral study.
- If selected, you receive a scholarship offer with instructions for enrolment at Cambridge University in the next academic year.
