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Vector Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence

The Vector Institute will drive excellence and leadership in Canada’s knowledge, creation and use of artificial intelligence (AI) to foster economic growth and improve the lives of Canadians. Vector strives to attract the best global talent focused on research excellence in deep learning and machine learning.

  • Value and duration

    $17,500 for one year

  • Quota

    Open competition: No quota

    Open to students entering any master’s program at Ontario Tech University who are pursuing studies in an AI field (Vector endorsement of the program is not required). While there is no quota for the open competition, the university will determine the number of candidates submitted to the Vector Institute based on total number and quality of applications received. 

  • Deadline
    Internal deadline: February 28, 2025
  • Eligibility

    To be considered for a scholarship, you must:

    • Entering a full-time master’s program in an AI-related field at an Ontario university for the 2025-26 academic year. The program must be Vector-recognized or you must be pursuing an individualized study plan that is demonstrably AI-focused.
    • Hold first-class standing (minimum of A- or equivalent) in the last two years of full-time equivalent study from a recognized university (typically 20 half-courses). Students’ transcripts should reflect preparedness for the proposed master’s program.
    • Consideration will be given to nominees with upper second class standing (B+) and relevant work experience, only if rationale for consideration is included in the nomination package.
  • How to apply

    1. Review scholarship information on the Vector website.

    2. Complete and submit the Vector Scholarship application form on the SGPS website.

    3. Submit your complete application package to gradscholarships@ontariotechu.ca. All applications must include your Ontario Tech University student ID along with the following components: 

    • Official transcripts from all undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate studies.
    • Two Referee Forms (2025-26) Referee Report forms must be submitted directly to gradscholarships@ontariotechu.ca by February 25 by those completing the forms. Please note this is a hard deadline. Referee reports must not be submitted by students. It is the responsibility of the applicant to follow up with their respective referees to ensure referee report forms are submitted in time. Incomplete applications will be removed from the competition.
    • An up-to-date CV (1 to 2 pages).
    • A 250-word statement outlining your reason for pursuing a master’s in AI, relevant AI-related experience and career aspirations Student Statement Template (2025-26).
    • Self-Identification Questionnaire (2025-26).
    • If not enrolled in a Vector-recognized program, an approved study plan including a course list and description of thesis/capstone project: AI-Related Study Plan Template (2025-26). Please note: Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Software Engineering are not a Vector approved program.
    • If your GPA in the last two years of study is below A-, you must include a rationale for consideration of your nomination (i.e. describing extenuating circumstances).
  • Next steps
    All application files will be accepted, reviewed and processed by SGPS. Eligible applications are reviewed by the Departmental Selection Committee prior to nomination to the Vector Institute.