In the spirit of James Robinson Johnston, who believed that the best interests of African Canadians would be served through education, Dalhousie University each year offers a renewable graduate-level scholarship to a promising African Canadian student, providing them the opportunity to pursue master’s or doctoral studies in their program of choice.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University (commonly known as Dal) is a large public research university in Nova Scotia, Canada, with three campuses in Halifax, a fourth in Bible Hill, and a second medical school campus in Saint John, New Brunswick. Dalhousie offers more than 4,000 courses, and over 200 degree programs in 13 undergraduate, graduate, and professional faculties.[6] The university is a member of the U15, a group of research-intensive universities in Canada.
The institution was established as Dalhousie College, a nonsectarian institution established in 1818 by the eponymous Lieutenant Governor of No... continue reading
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Dalhousie University James Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians
Aim and Benefits of Dalhousie University James Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians
The recipient of the scholarship will be awarded $15,000 per year for up to two years (master's) or $19,000 per year for up to three years (PhD
Requirements for Dalhousie University James Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians Qualification
- You must be a self-identifying African Canadian citizen or permanent resident who has been accepted into or applied for a master’s or doctoral program.
- Applications are particularly encouraged from students whose program of study has the potential to contribute to African Canadian community enhancement and advancement.
- If you hold any other scholarships, the JRJ Graduate Entrance Scholarship will be considered a “top-up award” to your other sources of funding. The total amounts you receive will not exceed $20,000 per academic year for master’s programs and $30,000 per academic year for doctoral programs.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Dalhousie University James Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians
Scholarship type: Entrance
Degree level: All master's or doctoral
Available to: Self-identifying African-Canadian students
Renewable: Yes
Application Deadline
January 15, 2025
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Dalhousie University on www.dal.ca to apply
- Applications for this award are submitted as part of the Harmonized Scholarship Process, in which numerous FGS-managed scholarships are applied for with one application.
- You must apply for admission into your desired graduate program before applying for the JRJ Graduate Entrance Scholarship.
- A self-identification form must be completed along with the online application form.
For more details, visit Dalhousie University James Robinson Johnston Graduate Entrance Scholarship for African Canadians webpage
