Simon Fraser University History PhD funding — Fall 2027
Simon Fraser University
SFU History PhD applicants for Fall 2027 can be considered for a typical four-year package of at least CAD 28,000 per year. Apply by 1 December 2026 for guaranteed funding consideration. Tuition is not covered.
Simon Fraser University’s Department of History is accepting PhD applications for September 2027 entry. Applicants must first identify a faculty member willing to consider supervising their proposed research. Applications received by the early deadline are automatically considered for departmental fellowships and funding. Late applications may be considered for admission until 15 January 2027, but are not eligible for guaranteed funding allocation.
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Benefits
Typically at least CAD 28,000 per year for four years, potentially from scholarships, teaching assistantships and research assistantships. Funding amounts may be higher. SFU History explicitly does not offer tuition stipends, so tuition remains the student’s responsibility.
Eligibility summary
Domestic and international candidates may apply, subject to SFU graduate admission and English-language requirements. A prospective History supervisor must express interest before the PhD application is submitted.
Requirements
Contact a faculty member whose research matches your proposed historical topic before applying. Submit through SFU goGRAD and choose History. PhD students must complete at least one second-language examination during the degree, with details set by the supervisor.
Documents required
Two-page proposed programme of study, English academic writing sample, CV, unofficial post-secondary transcripts, three academic references, and English test scores if required. Application fee: CAD 120 for applicants with Canadian transcripts or CAD 160 with international transcripts.
Language/test requirements
How to submit applications
Official SFU FAQ and How to Apply pages verified 19 October 2026. Funding consideration deadline is 1 December 2026; final admission deadline is 15 January 2027. No exact cutoff time is stated. Funding is typical, not a guaranteed individual award. Tuition is not covered.
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