Funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC), the Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP) enables eligible Canadian post-secondary institutions to award scholarships to students from Latin America and the Caribbean undertaking short-term study or research in Canada.

The University of Victoria (UVic) is now accepting ELAP applications for the 2026-2027 academic year. For details about the ELAP award, eligibility, and application process, refer to UVic's ELAP Scholarship Guidelines.

To apply, complete this form and upload all required supporting documentation. The UVic application deadline is Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 4:30pm PT.

We look forward to receiving your application and hope to welcome you to UVic for the 2026-2027 academic year.

NOTE: The University of Victoria is collecting your personal information for the purposes of reviewing and selecting applications for Global Affairs Canada Scholarships, as authorized by section 26(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If you have any questions about the management of your information or the application, please contact world@uvic.ca.


Questions with an asterisk (*) are required for all applicants
Confirmation of Eligibility Requirements

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* 1. Confirm the below statements by clicking on each checkbox. For a list of eligibility requirements, refer to UVic's ELAP Scholarship Guidelines from the link above.

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* 2. Confirm the below statements by clicking each checkbox:

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* 3. Will you be studying on academic exchange or conducting research at UVic?

NOTE: For study on academic exchange, your home university MUST have a valid exchange agreement with UVic. For research, no institutional agreement is required.

 
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