Schulich Scholarships (Medicine & Dentistry)

Western University - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry

Get up to $144,300 for your first year and beyond in the MD or DDS programs — apply by September 15 for dentistry options.

Published by G Paul · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value

$144,300

Deadline

Sep 15, 2026

Level

Graduate

Open to

Ontario

Applications are closed for this cycle

Applications are not open right now (they last closed Sep 15, 2026). Many awards like this one run again each year, so we re-check this page and update it when the next cycle opens. Last verified Oct 23, 2026.

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What you will need

Completed Schulich Scholarship Supplemental Application (PDF format)
Upload via DocDrop using Western User ID and password
For Dentistry Scholarship applicants: Completed Admission Bursary application OR Financial Assistance Application
Ontario residency (for Dentistry Scholarship applicants only)

About this award

Depending on your program, you can receive a total value of $144,300 for Medical Scholarships, paid as $36,075 per academic year, or a total value of $57,980 for Dentistry Scholarships, paid as $14,495 per academic year for a period of four years. This is a scholarship, not a loan, so you do not have to pay it back. Funding continues for up to four years if you progress satisfactorily and show financial need each year. This is for you if you are entering the first year of the Doctor of Medicine (MD — a medical degree) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS — a dental degree) program and have demonstrated financial need along with strong academic achievement. For the 2026-27 cycle, the medical scholarship deadline has passed. For dentistry, the Schulich Scholarship Supplemental Application is due September 15, 2026. You will hear back through the Student Center or via email; if you are unsure of the notification method, ask Norma Merino at nmerino@uwo.ca. Selection is based on your academic records and financial need. While the number of medical scholarships varies each year, there are exactly 4 scholarships available for dentistry. Selection criteria aren't published in detail — ask Western University - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry how they weigh grades versus financial need so you can judge your odds. Ask Western University - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. To keep this funding for up to four years, you must progress satisfactorily in your studies and continue to demonstrate financial need each year. You will receive renewal information each spring or summer. Confirm with Western University - Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry if there are specific GPA minimums you must maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be entering the first year of the Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) program. You must demonstrate both academic achievement and financial need. For Dentistry Scholarships, you must meet Ontario residency requirements.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Open to graduate students
Resident of Ontario
Studying Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
This round closed on September 15, 2026
Check the award's official page for the next round before you prepare anything.

Tips for applying

Financial NeedAvoid providing vague descriptions of your situation. Instead, use concrete numbers and documents to prove your financial need. Gather your latest tax assessments and tuition statements before starting the form.
StrategyAvoid waiting until the last minute to navigate the DocDrop system. Instead, log in with your Western User ID and password early to ensure your PDF uploads correctly. Test your login credentials a week before the September 15 deadline.
RealismAvoid assuming that meeting the basic requirements guarantees an award. Instead, remember that for dentistry there are only 4 scholarships available. Focus on making your supplemental application as detailed as possible to stand out.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

This round is closed. Check the award's official page for when the next round opens.

When is the deadline?

This round closed on September 15, 2026. Many awards like this run again each year, so check the award's official page for the next round.

Can international students apply?

No. You need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

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