CFUW Dr. Margaret McWilliams Pre-Doctoral Fellowship

The CFUW Dr. Margaret McWilliams Pre-Doctoral Fellowship, established in 1952, honours Margaret McWilliams, the first CFUW President (1919-1923), who dedicated her life to furthering the status of women through improved access to higher education and the active involvement of women in public life. This fellowship supports women pursuing doctoral studies in Canada or abroad. The award is valued at $11,000 CAD and is intended to support women who have completed at least one calendar year in a full-time doctoral program and are currently enrolled in full-time doctoral studies. The fellowship recognizes and supports outstanding women doctoral candidates across all disciplines, helping them advance their research and academic careers. This award reflects CFUW's ongoing commitment to advancing women's education and research opportunities.