The Call for Submissions for the 2026-2027 Graduate Research Award is now open until November 15, 2026 (applications close at 12:00pm EST). Please see the guidelines below and apply through the form link.
Eligibility criteria: Master's and Doctoral students presently registered at Canadian post-secondary institutions who focus on Korean studies.
Submission Requirements
Please apply online by completing this . You will be asked to attach the following documents as a part of your application.
- Up-to-date Curriculum Vitae
- A 200-word Research Overview outlining the current status of your project with the funding request.
- Itemized Financial Breakdown with expense rationales, additional funding streams, and approval signed by your academic advisor.
Award Details & Guidelines
- Funding Window: Expenses incurred from May 2026 through April 2027 qualify for coverage.
- Funding Allocation: Availability is limited; total disbursement amounts depend on the volume and quality of submissions received.
- Notification of Results: Successful applicants will receive notice within a three-week window following the closing date.
If you have any questions about the award or application process, please reach out to kore@yorku.ca.
These awards are supported by the Strategic Research Institute Program for Korean Studies of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Korea and the Korean Studies Promotion Service at the Academy of Korean Studies (AKS-2025-SRI-2250001).

