OpenFieldYukonU Northern Research Institute Excellence Bursary
Competitive scholarship for full-time scholars enrolled in northern science, climate adaptation, or First Nations governance degrees.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Minimum 75% entrance average or 3.0 college GPA.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 79.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- 500-word essay explaining commitment to northern community advancement.
- Recommendation letters
- One academic or community reference letter.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- CAD $5,000 annual educational bursary plus Arctic field travel grant
- Application fee
- CAD $50
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $4,400/year (domestic standard), CAD $14,200/year (international)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Yukon University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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