Burstow Scholarship for Studies in Activism from the Margins

Direct application

$15,000
8 winners

Eligibility

School
University of Toronto
Field of study
Psychology
Level of study
Graduate

About this scholarship

Full-time master's or doctoral students at the University of Toronto registered in a thesis-based program whose research focuses on activism by populations traditionally thought of as mad, or on radical mad perspectives or mad studies, may apply. Professional programs without a thesis are ineligible. Domestic and international students are eligible. SGS awards about eight scholarships per year at $15,000 each for one year; if the program is funded, the scholarship is in addition to normal funding.

Apply online with a one-page research statement, transcripts, CV, and one confidential recommendation letter from a supervisor or advisor when available.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • One-page research statement
  • Transcripts
  • CV
  • One confidential recommendation letter from a supervisor or advisor, when available
  • Professional programs without a thesis are ineligible.
  • Domestic and international students are eligible.