A prestigious, competitive scholarship from the University of Guelph's Arrell Food Institute supporting outstanding graduate students (Master's and PhD) whose research aligns with building a healthier, more sustainable, and more equitable global food system.
About this scholarship
Arrell Scholarships are awarded to emerging leaders in the agri-food sector who are academically excellent and dedicated to ensuring a sustainable, productive, and equitable food system. Beyond funding, Arrell scholars have the opportunity to engage in AFI's educational programming, access a wider network of connections, and collaborate with industry partners. As a complement to their graduate research, scholars provide leadership within multidisciplinary teams of graduate students who work with community, government, and industry partners to address global food challenges. Successful applicants must be entering under the supervision or co-supervision of one of the Arrell Food Institute Chairs. Recipients are known as "Arrell Scholars."
What the award includes
$50,000 CAD per year
Payable for up to 2 years for Master's students, and up to 4 years for PhD/Doctoral students
Funds distributed in 3 equal installments per year, at the start of each semester
Access to AFI's experiential learning program, mentoring, and workplace-ready leadership training
Opportunity to participate in collaborative, multidisciplinary projects with industry, government, and community partners
Networking with leaders in the agri-food sector
In exceptional circumstances, a one-semester extension may be granted with AFI approval
Deferral of start possible for one year, subject to supervisor agreement and justification
Who can apply
Must be entering a Master's or PhD program at the University of Guelph in the Fall semester following the application deadline
Must have a minimum first-class (A-) admissions average or equivalent
Must have secured support from (or be entering under) a prospective University of Guelph faculty advisor — specifically one of the Arrell Food Institute Chairs
Research must align with the mission of the Arrell Food Institute (producing healthier, more nutritious food; growing the economy; reducing negative environmental/social impacts of the agri-food system)
Must meet all standard graduate admission requirements of the University of Guelph
Open to students of all countries/nationalities (international students eligible)
Scholarship offer is conditional on also being admitted to and registering in an eligible graduate program — selection for the scholarship does not guarantee admission
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