The Quebec Perspective Scholarship program has ended for new enrollments as of Winter 2025. According to the official Quebec government website at quebec.ca, students who were already enrolled in eligible programs can continue receiving up to $2,500 CAD per session until Winter 2029, provided they meet specific ongoing eligibility requirements.
If you are an international student looking for Quebec scholarships, skip to the Merit Scholarship Program for Foreign Students (PBEEE) section below, which remains fully open with awards up to $87,000 CAD.
Is the Quebec Perspective Scholarship Cancelled?
Yes and no. According to an update from LaSalle College Montreal dated February 7, 2025, the Quebec government ended the Quebec Perspective Scholarship Program immediately, with Winter 2025 being the last eligible semester for new enrollments instead of the originally planned Fall 2025.
However, students already enrolled in eligible programs can continue to receive this scholarship until the end of their studies, up to Winter 2029.
Program Status Summary
| Category | Status |
|---|---|
| New student enrollments | Closed as of Winter 2025 |
| Continuing eligible students | Can receive until Winter 2029 |
| Program revival for new students | No official announcement |
Who Can Still Receive the Scholarship?
According to the official Quebec government eligibility page at quebec.ca/en/education/student-financial-assistance/quebec-perspective-scholarship/eligibility-requirements, from Summer 2025 until Winter 2029, you must meet all standard eligibility requirements AND satisfy at least one of these two criteria:
Criterion 1: Be enrolled full-time (or deemed full-time) in Winter 2025 after the withdrawal deadline in an eligible program AND continue pursuing studies in the same program.
Criterion 2: Be enrolled full-time (or deemed full-time) in an eligible program AND have received this scholarship or an Excellence Scholarship for Students in Education at least once during the 2023-2024 or 2024-2025 academic year for the same program.
Additional requirement starting 2025-2026: According to the official Quebec government website, you must receive the scholarship at least once per academic year to maintain your eligibility for the program.
Quebec Perspective Scholarship Eligibility Requirements
Basic Eligibility Criteria
According to the official Quebec government website:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Canadian citizen or permanent resident |
| Residency | Must be considered a Quebec resident |
| Study Status | Full-time or deemed full-time |
| Program | Must be enrolled in an eligible program |
| Other Scholarships | Cannot receive Bourse d’excellence aux futurs enseignants simultaneously |
Important: International students are not eligible for this scholarship. Canadian citizens and permanent residents who are not Quebec residents are also ineligible.
Full-Time Study Requirements
According to McGill University’s Quebec Perspective Scholarship page:
University Level:
| Cycle | Minimum Credits for Full-Time |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate (1st cycle) | 12 credits |
| Master’s (2nd cycle) | 9 credits |
| Doctorate (3rd cycle) | 9 credits |
CEGEP Level:
- Full-time status requires 180 hours minimum (or 165 hours if one course is physical education)
According to the official Quebec government website, you are considered to have successfully completed your study term if you have obtained the minimum number of hours or credits required by the scholarship program. You will be entitled to the scholarship provided you achieve this minimum number, even if you failed one of your courses.
Deemed Full-Time Status
According to McGill University, the Ministry dictates that students must start and end their term studying part-time to qualify for deemed full-time status. A student who begins their term in full-time status and then withdraws from a course for personal reasons will not be eligible for the award in that term.
You may qualify for deemed full-time status with a minimum of 6 credits if you meet conditions such as:
- Pregnancy (20+ weeks)
- Living with a child under 6 years old
- Single parent with child under 12 years old
- Living with a child with a major functional disability
- Having a disability requiring accommodation
- Having a serious health condition preventing full-time study for over one month
Quebec Perspective Scholarship Amount
Standard Scholarship Values
| Program Level | Amount Per Session | Maximum Sessions | Maximum Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| CEGEP (Technical programs) | $1,500 CAD | 6 | $9,000 CAD |
| University Undergraduate | $2,500 CAD | 6-8 | $15,000-$20,000 CAD |
| University Master’s | $2,500 CAD | 5 | $12,500 CAD |
| University Doctorate | $2,500 CAD | 15 | $37,500 CAD |
According to the official Quebec government website, the scholarship amount is considered income and you will receive a tax slip at the end of the year.
Application Deadlines 2026
According to McGill University and the official Quebec government application page:
| Session Applied For | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | February 28, 2026 |
| Winter 2026 | July 31, 2026 |
| Summer 2026 | October 31, 2026 |
Critical information from McGill: Application review normally begins one month after the term concerned has ended. For example, review for the Fall term begins in late January.
According to Concordia University, applications for Summer 2025 funding are currently open with a deadline of October 31, 2025.
How to Apply for Quebec Perspective Scholarship
Required Information
According to the official Quebec government website and McGill University, you need:
- Your permanent code (4 letters and 8 digits)
- Your Social Insurance Number
- Your program and institution information
- Your banking details for direct deposit
Application Process
Step 1: Log into your Aide financière aux études (AFE) account at quebec.ca
Step 2: If you do not have an account, create one using your Social Insurance Number, date of birth, and email address
Step 3: Complete the scholarship application form for the applicable term
Step 4: Submit before the deadline
Important: According to McGill University, students must submit an application after each full-time or deemed full-time study term that they successfully complete in their program. Your application is not renewed automatically.
What Happens After You Apply
According to McGill University, if your application status remains pending longer than 5-10 working days after review begins, you may not have successfully completed the minimum credit requirement for the term. This could be because you have incomplete grades from a deferred exam, student exchange, or full-year course.
When Will I Receive My Scholarship Payment?
According to McGill University, the Fall 2022 term was paid out in the subsequent term (Winter 2023), and this pattern continues. Scholarships are disbursed after each successfully completed session once all grades are recorded.
When Do You Lose the Quebec Perspective Scholarship?
According to the official Quebec government website and McGill University, you lose eligibility if:
- You fail to complete a full-time session successfully
- You switch to a different program not covered by the scholarship
- You exceed the maximum number of eligible sessions for your level
- Starting 2025-2026, you fail to receive the scholarship at least once per academic year
- You did not meet the Winter 2025 enrollment requirement AND did not receive the scholarship in 2023-2024 or 2024-2025
- You transfer to a new program after Winter 2025
According to McGill University, for tuition status changes to take effect for the current term, all proofs of citizenship and requests for Quebec residency must be submitted no later than the last day of classes for that term. Documents submitted after that date will only update your status for the following term.
What Does Not Count Toward Credit Requirements
According to the official Quebec government website and McGill University, these activities do not count toward the minimum credits:
- Remedial or prerequisite courses
- Courses compensating for college-level courses
- Cooperative internships as defined by the Canadian Association for Cooperative Education
- Courses with credits already earned
- Recognition of prior learning (equivalences)
- Courses not contributing to diploma completion
McGill University Quebec Perspective Scholarship
According to McGill University’s Service Point, McGill students in eligible programs can apply for the Quebec Perspective Scholarship through the standard AFE portal. The Fall 2025 application is now open, with review beginning in the last week of January.
McGill notes that although it is an English-language university, the scholarship is open to qualified candidates regardless of language of instruction, provided their program is on the approved list.
For institution-specific guidance, contact McGill’s Student Aid and Awards office.
Merit Scholarship Program for Foreign Students (PBEEE) 2026-2027
For international students who cannot access the Quebec Perspective Scholarship, the Merit Scholarship Program for Foreign Students (PBEEE) remains fully open.
According to the official Fonds de recherche du Québec website at frq.gouv.qc.ca, this prestigious scholarship is funded by the Ministère de l’Enseignement supérieur du Québec and administered by the Fonds de recherche du Québec (FRQ).
PBEEE Scholarship Values
| Level | Annual Value | Maximum Duration | Maximum Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master’s Research | $20,000 CAD | 2 years (6 semesters) | $40,000 CAD |
| Doctoral Research | $25,000 CAD (first 9 sessions), $12,000 CAD (last 3 sessions) | 4 years | $87,000 CAD |
| Postdoctoral | $35,000 CAD | 1 year | $35,000 CAD |
| Short-term Research | $3,000 CAD/month | 4 months | $12,000 CAD |
Additional PBEEE Benefits
According to the official FRQ website:
- Exemption from higher international tuition fees in Quebec
- Medical insurance coverage from Quebec’s public health system (RAMQ)
PBEEE Eligibility
According to the official FRQ website:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Non-Canadian citizens, non-permanent residents |
| Preselection | Must be preselected by a Quebec university, CCTT network, or China Scholarship Council |
| Master’s applicants | Enrolled in thesis-based Master’s for no more than 3 semesters before May 1, 2026 |
| Doctoral applicants | Within first 9 semesters of PhD studies |
| Postdoctoral applicants | PhD earned within last 2 years (or thesis submitted by January 15, 2026) |
PBEEE Special Bilateral Components
According to the official FRQ website, Quebec has special agreements with specific countries:
| Country | Available Components |
|---|---|
| Brazil | Doctoral (1B), Postdoctoral (2B), Short-term (3B) |
| China | Doctoral (1C), Postdoctoral (2C), Short-term (3C) |
| India | Doctoral (1I), Postdoctoral (2I), Short-term (3I) |
| Israel | Doctoral (1IS), Short-term (3IS) |
| Wallonia (Belgium) | Doctoral (1W), Short-term (3W) |
PBEEE Application Deadlines
| Stage | Deadline |
|---|---|
| University/CCTT preselection submissions | October 23, 2025 |
| China Scholarship Council nominations | March 31, 2026 |
| Final application submission via FRQnet | December 2, 2025 at 4:00 PM EST |
| Results announced | April 2026 |
| Scholarship period must begin | Between May 1, 2026 and January 15, 2027 |
PBEEE Application Process
Step 1: Preselection You must be nominated by a Quebec university, CCTT, or CSC (for Chinese students). Contact your target institution’s international office to begin the preselection process.
Step 2: FRQnet Application Preselected candidates must create an FRQnet account and submit required documents electronically by December 2, 2025.
Required documents include:
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts for all completed studies
- Publications (if any)
- Proof of enrollment
- Supervisor’s acceptance letter (for postdoc/short-term)
Step 3: Evaluation Applications are reviewed by multidisciplinary committees based on academic excellence, research potential, and impact.
According to the official FRQ website, scholarship recipients must attend the Quebec university or CCTT at which they were preselected and study or conduct their research there. Physical presence in Quebec is required throughout the entire funding period.
For international students considering studying in Canada, see our guides on Canada scholarships for Nigerians 2026 and Canada student visa requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Quebec Perspective Scholarship return for new students?
According to the official Quebec government website, no announcement has been made about reviving the program for new enrollments. Winter 2025 was the last term to register for a new eligible program.
Can I receive both Bourse Perspective and Prêts et Bourses?
Yes. According to the official Quebec government website, you may receive a Quebec Perspective Scholarship even if you are a beneficiary of the Loans and Bursaries Program for Full-Time Studies.
Do I need to reapply every session?
Yes. According to McGill University, students must submit an application after each full-time or deemed full-time study term that they successfully complete. Your application is not renewed automatically.
What if I have incomplete grades?
According to McGill University, incomplete or pending grades must be resolved swiftly. Your application can only be verified once you have received the minimum credits required in the applicable term. The term deadline to apply is firm even for students who have incomplete grades at that time.
Can I apply for PBPQ while on student exchange?
Yes. According to McGill University, assuming you are a resident of Quebec and meet the program criteria, you can apply. However, an exchange could lengthen the processing time of your application.
I transferred into an eligible program after Winter 2025. Am I still eligible?
No. According to McGill University, Winter 2025 was the last term in which a student could register for a new program of study.
Can international students apply for Quebec Perspective Scholarship?
No. The Quebec Perspective Scholarship requires Canadian citizenship or permanent residency AND Quebec residency. International students should consider the PBEEE Merit Scholarship Program instead.
Alternative Scholarships for Quebec Students
For students who missed the Perspective Quebec enrollment deadline or do not qualify:
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Prêts et bourses (AFE) | Quebec residents in financial need | Standard Quebec student financial aid |
| Bourse d’excellence aux futurs enseignants | Education students | Excellence scholarship for future teachers |
| PBEEE | International students | Merit scholarship for foreign students |
| University-specific awards | Varies by institution | Contact your university’s financial aid office |
For general scholarship application guidance, see our article on how to apply for scholarships.
Official Resources
- Quebec Perspective Scholarship Official Page: quebec.ca/en/education/student-financial-assistance/quebec-perspective-scholarship
- Eligible Programs List: quebec.ca/en/education/student-financial-assistance/quebec-perspective-scholarship/eligible-programs-study
- PBEEE Official Page: frq.gouv.qc.ca/en/program/merit-scholarship-program-for-foreign-students-pbeee-2026-2027
- Aide financière aux études Portal: quebec.ca/education/aide-financiere-aux-etudes
