Laval University Canada Excellence Scholarships 2027
The Laval University Canada Excellence Scholarships 2027 under the PBEEE program (Quebec Merit Scholarship for Foreign Students) offer a prestigious funding opportunity for international students and researchers to study and conduct research in Canada. This competitive program is administered through Quebec’s research funding body and requires pre-selection through a Quebec university such as Laval University.
Degree Level
The scholarship supports multiple academic and research levels:
- Master’s (Research-based programs only)
- Doctoral (PhD programs)
- Postdoctoral research fellows
- Short-term research and professional development programs
Available Subjects
Applicants from a wide range of disciplines can apply, especially research-oriented fields such as:
- Engineering & Technology
- Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
- Natural Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
- Environmental Science & Climate Studies
- Health & Biomedical Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Economics & Business Research
- Humanities & Interdisciplinary Studies
Benefits
The PBEEE scholarship provides generous financial support depending on the study level:
Master’s (Research)
- CAD $20,000 per year
- Duration: Up to 2 years
PhD (Doctoral Research)
- CAD $25,000 per year
- Duration: Up to 4 years
Postdoctoral Fellowship
- CAD $35,000 total
- Duration: 1 year (non-renewable)
Short-Term Research Grants
- CAD $3,000 per month
- Duration: Up to 4 months
Additional Benefits
- Financial support for living expenses
- Access to advanced research facilities in Quebec
- Opportunity to work with leading Canadian researchers
- International academic networking exposure
- Strengthened profile for future academic careers
Eligible Nationalities
- Open to all international students
- Applicants must not be Canadian citizens or permanent residents
- Priority is given to high-achieving global researchers with strong academic backgrounds
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Laval University PBEEE scholarship, applicants must:
- Be an international student or researcher
- Have an excellent academic record
- Apply for a research-based program only
- Secure a faculty supervisor at Laval University before applying
- Demonstrate strong research potential and academic excellence
- Meet FRQ (Fonds de recherche du Québec) requirements
- Not already hold another major Quebec government scholarship
Important: Applications without a Laval University supervisor will not be considered.
Application Procedure
The application process is institutional and competitive, not direct:
Step 1: Identify a Research Program
Choose a Master’s, PhD, postdoc, or research project at Laval University.
Step 2: Contact a Supervisor
- Reach out to a professor in your field
- Obtain written agreement for supervision
- Develop a research proposal together
Step 3: Internal Pre-Selection (Laval University)
- Submit application to Laval University’s internal selection process
- University evaluates candidates and selects nominees
Step 4: Nomination to Quebec Program
- Selected candidates are nominated to the PBEEE competition
- Final evaluation is conducted by Quebec’s research funding authority
Step 5: Final Results
- Successful candidates receive official scholarship confirmation
- Results are typically announced after provincial review
Important Dates (2027 Intake)
- Application Deadline (Internal Pre-Selection): 17 June 2026
- Internal Results Announcement: September 2026
- Final PBEEE Results: After provincial selection stage
