Advance your research
in Canada
Your path to funding, support and life in Montreal, North America's top student city!
Online info session details
Date: Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM Eastern Time (2:30 PM to 3:45 PM Pacific Time).
Location: Online
Come see what Canada has to offer. With generous research funding, world-class academic programs, and a vibrant U.S. and international student community, this session is your chance to discover how studying and conducting research in Canada can open doors to a future you may not have considered—but one that’s full of possibility.
What you’ll learn
Funding options available for U.S. and international PhD students
Volt-Age Doctoral Fellowship: $35,000/year for four years
The Concordia International Tuition Award of Excellence which significantly reduces tuition fees for U.S. and international doctoral students
Firsthand insights from current and former students
How Concordia supports you through the student visa process
Life in Montreal — one of North America’s top student cities
Discover research opportunities with positions available for Fall 2025 intake
Discover what Canada
has to offer
If you're a researcher or student based in the U.S. looking to secure funding for your research, join us for an exclusive online session to discover significant funding opportunities for research at Concordia University in Canada. Discover an extensive range of over 130 graduate programs and learn about exceptional funding options such as the Volt-Age Doctoral Fellowship, offering $35,000 annually for four years for interdisciplinary research in sustainable energy and electrification.
We'll also cover financial incentives like the Concordia International Tuition Award of Excellence, which reduces tuition fees for U.S. and international doctoral students to the Quebec local student rate, making graduate studies significantly more affordable. Canada is globally recognized for its inclusive, innovative, and well-funded research ecosystem—making it an ideal environment to launch your next big idea!
Don’t miss this opportunity to take the next step in your research journey and learn how Concordia can help you thrive in Canada’s dynamic academic landscape.
Featured speakers
Dr. Shide Salimi
Harvard Research Fellow | Concordia Alumna (MSc + PhD)
Shide Salimi, PhD, PMP, is a civil engineer specializing in structural design, project management, construction management, and energy efficiency. With extensive experience across academia and industry, Shide currently serves as a Research Fellow at Harvard University and a High Performance Building Analyst at Vanderweil Engineers in Boston. She holds a PhD in Energy Management and Efficiency from Concordia University and continues to actively support her alma mater through charitable fundraising efforts, including Concordia’s Centraide Campaign and Shuffle.
Isra Abo Iqsaysa
PhD Student at Concordia University | Volt-Age Ambassador | Fulbright Alumna
Isra Abo Iqsaysa is an electrical engineer and sustainability professional specializing in energy systems, microgrids, and renewable energy integration. She is currently pursuing a PhD at Concordia University in Montreal, where her research focuses on optimizing energy management strategies to improve energy access and promote sustainability. A Volt-Age Doctoral Fellowship recipient and LEED Green Associate™, Isra brings a multidisciplinary background that includes a Master’s in Sustainability and Energy Management from Eastern Illinois University, where she graduated with a 4.0 GPA. As a passionate advocate for the energy transition, she actively mentors students and contributes to sustainability initiatives both on campus and beyond.
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