December 20, 2026

George C. Comninel Bursary for the Study of Political Theory in Historical and Social Context

Direct application

Up to $2,000
1 winner

Eligibility

School
York University
Field of study
Social Sciences
Level of study
Graduate

About this scholarship

Open to full-time, active Master's or doctoral York University graduate students with confirmed financial need whose research engages political theory in historical and social contexts.

One non-renewable award of up to $2,000, paid in the winter term. Apply through the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) system by December 20 with a statement on research alignment, a CV and transcript for the most recent two years of study (merged into one PDF), and a completed Student Financial Profile.

Supports graduate research and related scholarly and creative work centered on political theory in historical and social contexts.

Essay questions

What else to submit

  • Statement on research alignment
  • CV
  • Transcript for the most recent two years of study, merged into one PDF
  • Completed Student Financial Profile