The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (MS) 2026 at Trent University supports high-achieving graduate students by providing merit-based financial assistance for master’s studies. The program helps students reduce financial pressure so they can focus on research excellence, academic performance, and professional development in their chosen field.
The Government of Ontario funds this scholarship in partnership with participating universities, including Trent University, to promote academic excellence across all disciplines.
About the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (MS)
Trent University participates in the Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) program, which supports graduate-level students who demonstrate strong academic achievement.
The OGS program rewards merit rather than financial need. Trent University evaluates applicants based on academic excellence, research potential, and overall graduate performance. The university then nominates and awards selected students in alignment with provincial guidelines.
OGS applies to students enrolled in master’s programs across all academic disciplines at Trent University.
Why Choose The Ontario Graduate Scholarship (MS)?
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship helps students pursue advanced education without excessive financial stress.
At Trent University, recipients gain recognition for academic excellence and strengthen their research profile in a competitive academic environment. The funding allows students to focus fully on thesis work, research projects, and coursework instead of financial challenges.
The scholarship also enhances future opportunities for PhD studies, academic careers, and professional research roles in Canada and internationally.
Ontario Graduate Scholarship (MS) Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Host University: Trent University
- Scholarship Name: Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS)
- Study Level: Master’s
- Funding Type: Merit-based scholarship
- Award Value: Up to $15,000 per year (typically distributed as $5,000 per term)
- Duration: Minimum 2 consecutive terms, up to 3 terms per award cycle
- Funding Source: Government of Ontario (2/3) and Trent University (1/3)
- Application Method: Online application through Trent University graduate portal (myTrent system)
- Selection Basis: Academic excellence, research ability, and departmental ranking
Scholarship Benefits
The Ontario Graduate Scholarship provides the following benefits:
- Provides up to $15,000 per academic year in funding support
- Reduces financial pressure during graduate studies
- Allows students to focus on research and academic development
- Strengthens academic CV for PhD admissions and research careers
- Recognizes outstanding academic performance at a provincial level
- Supports students across all disciplines, including arts, sciences, and social sciences
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Ontario Graduate Scholarship at Trent University, applicants must:
- Enroll or plan to enroll in a full-time master’s program at Trent University
- Maintain strong academic performance and research potential
- Meet minimum GPA requirements as set by the graduate department
- Hold Canadian citizenship, permanent residency, or eligible international student status (depending on award category)
- Remain enrolled full-time during the award period
- Submit a complete application through the official Trent University OGS process
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Completed OGS application form through myTrent portal
- Academic transcripts from previous studies
- Statement of academic and research achievement
- Two or more academic reference letters
- Research proposal or study plan (if required by department)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Any additional documents required by the graduate program
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps to apply for the Ontario Graduate Scholarship at Trent University:
- Apply for admission to a graduate program at Trent University.
- Access the OGS application through the myTrent portal (Finance > Financial Aid section).
- Complete the application form and upload all required documents.
- Submit academic references and supporting materials before the deadline.
- The department reviews and ranks applications based on academic merit.
- Trent University selects top candidates and submits nominations for final approval.
- Successful applicants receive official scholarship confirmation from the university.
Application Deadline: Typically falls in early February (varies each year; check Trent Graduate Studies updates for exact dates).
