Funding opportunities

Denise Emma Benzacar Field Study Awards

The Denise Emma Benzacar Field Study Awards were established by Denise (BSc '58) and Tom Dailey to help Faculty of Science students participating in the Faculty of Science Study Semesters, engaging in research at McGill Field Study Stations or taking part in field work as part of their academic curriculum.

Award amount: up to $1500 (amount may vary based on the number of applications)

The David and Erica Davidovic Science Intern Award was created in 2010 to benefit students studying abroad. The Davidovics recognize the value of out-of classroom learning experiences, particularly abroad, and an award value of several hundred dollars will be offered.

Award amount: up to $1500 (amount may vary based on the number of applications)

The Ronald I. Levine Fund was created to help support the field study programs in the Faculty of Science through initiatives that would enable the Faculty of Science to consistently improve upon the services it provides to students participating in the field study programs.

Award amount: up to $1500 (amount may vary based on the number of applications)

The Irene Woods Field Study Awards were established by Irene Woods (M.Sc. '66) to help Faculty of Science students participating in the Faculty of Science Study Semesters, engaging in research at McGill Field Study Stations or taking part in field work as part of their academic curriculum.

Award amount: up to $1500 (amount may vary based on the number of applications)

Deadline: NO AWARD CURRENTLY AVAILBLE

Award thank you notes

At the end of your field study semester you will be asked to provide a picture (preferably in the field) and a thank you note to the donors. The thank you note should contain the following information:

• First paragraph: introduce yourself as the award recipient for (name of) award. Tell the donor where you are from and why you chose to study at McGill University.
• Second paragraph: talk about what you are studying and what you plan on doing once you graduate from McGill University. Talk about how the field study semester impacted your current/future decisions.
• Third paragraph: thank your benefactor for his or her generosity in setting up the award. Explain how the award helped you personally.

Schull Yang International Experience Award

This program is now transitioning to a need-based bursary. Students who are looking for funding and have financial need should apply via the EEO program for funding. https://www.mcgill.ca/studentaid/special-funding/eeo

McGill Biology Student Union Bursary Fund

In addition to the Faculty of Science awards and as a Biology student you can also apply to the McGill Biology Student Union Bursary. The McGill Biology Student Union Bursary fund is a merit-based bursary awarded to Biology students wishing to pursue field courses within the Department of Biology at McGill. The MBSU is committed to enhancing the quality of life in the study of life; we believe that field studies are integral to an education in biology, and we strive to make field courses more accessible to our students.

Award amount: from $250-$1000 (amount may vary based on the number of applications)

Follow the link MBSU for further information.

Vivian Lewin Field Study Endowment Award

Vivian Lewin Field Study Endowment Award – awarded to meritorious Bieler School of Environment (BSE) students. The award supports BSE students who wish to take a McGill recognized field study abroad program OR have a pre-arranged independent course or Honours project that involves field research abroad. For more information, contact raja.sengupta [at] mcgill.ca for detailed information www.mcgill.ca/environment/student-funding

Bieler School of Environment Experiential Learning Fund (BELF)

The Bieler School of Environment Experiential Learning Fund (BELF) provides versatile financial support for experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom that enhances student knowledge, practical skill development, or network-building in the field of environment. The fund is designed to fund unique, one-off experiences that might otherwise be difficult to support through existing programs, including specific training that may be required to access other training opportunities such as internships. More information here: https://www.mcgill.ca/environment/student-funding/belf

If you are between 18 and 35 years old, canadian citizen or permanent resident, and have been living in Quebec for at least one year, you may receive funding for your project. For additional information on this funding opportunity, visit the LOJIQ website.