Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master’s (CGS-M) Applicant Score Card
Last Name First Name Student ID
Current Academic Level Current or Proposed Program
Average in last year: /100 Average in 2
nd
last year: /100 Field
Title of Research
Academic Excellence
As demonstrated by past academic results, transcripts, awards and distinctions. Please consider the following:
• Academic record
• Scholarships and awards held
• Duration of previous studies
• Type of program and courses pursued, course load
• Relative standing (if available)
• Referee Assessments
Department Score: /50 OGPS Committee Score: /50
Department Explanation of Score:
Research Potential
As demonstrated by the applicant’s research history, their interest in discovery, the proposed research, its potential
contribution to the advancement of knowledge in the field, and any anticipated outcomes. Please consider the
following:
• Contributions to research and development (e.g., publications and presentations), relative to expectations of
someone with the candidate’s academic experience
• Relevance of work experience and academic training to field of proposed research
• Significance, feasibility and merit of proposed research
• Judgment and ability to think critically, Ability to apply skills and knowledge
• Initiative and autonomy
• Referee Assessments
De
partment Score: /30 OGPS Committee Score: /30
Department Explanation of Score:
Personal Characteristics and Interpersonal Skills
As demonstrated by the applicant’s past professional and relevant extracurricular interactions and collaborations. Please
consider the following:
• Work experience; Leadership experience
• Project management including organizing conferences and meetings
• Ability or potential to communicate theoretical, technical and/or scientific concepts clearly and logically in
written and oral formats
• Involvement in academic life
• Volunteerism/community outreach
• Referee Assessments
De
partment Score: /20 OGPS Committee Score: /20
Department Explanation of Score:
Department Ranking: / Total Dept Score:
/100
Total OGPS Score:
/100
