Since I now live in Canada I’m often asked for help obtaining a scholarship to study here. Here is my list of the Top 11 scholarships that I recommend if you are interested in Undergrad Study. Remember, we list only the best scholarships opportunities for International Students wishing to study in Canada. Also check out our TOP 10 Undergraduate Scholarship List.
11. Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning
- Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning has strengthened its commitment to international students and is pleased to offer the following Scholarships:
- Conestoga College International Degree Entrance Scholarship (pdf)
- International Student Scholarship (pdf)
- Chancellor’s Club Scholarships attract and support extraordinary students who raise the quality of learning and standard of excellence at the University of Calgary.
- 10 awards at $10,000 each: General Arts: 5 awards and General Sciences: 5 awards
- Renewable in 2nd, 3rd and 4th year at $10,000 per year
9. University of Saskatchewan – International Student Entrance Scholarship
- The University of Saskatchewan will award six scholarships valued at $10,000 CDN each for the 2013-14 academic year. International students (non-Canadian citizens paying differential tuition) entering any direct-entry college at the U of S will be considered for an International Student Scholarship. Selection will be based on academic achievement.
- Recipients are eligible to receive the International Student Entrance Scholarship in addition to a Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship.
8. Mount Saint Vincent University
- President’s Scholarships are offered each year to the top applicants. This scholarship has a value of $36,000 over four years.
- To qualify the student must have a high scholarship average, as well as demonstrate a contribution to their school and/or community.
- All applicants who wish to be considered for the President’s Scholarship must submit this application and required supplemental documentation.
7. University of Ontario Institute of Technology
- Global Leadership Award (for international students)
- International secondary school students entering an undergraduate program at UOIT on a study permit and who are currently studying outside of Canada are eligible for UOIT’s Global Leadership Award (GLA). This scholarship is one of UOIT’s most prestigious entrance awards. Valued at more than $45,920 (or $11,480 per year for four years), it recognizes international secondary school applicants with strong academic and leadership abilities.
6. Humber College – Full Tuition Renewable Scholarships
- Humber offers three full tuition renewable scholarships (Approximate value $12,200 CAD).
- These scholarships are available for NEW international students only (two offered in September and one offered in January of each year).
- Applications will be considered based on academics, community involvement, referee/reference letters and statement of interest.
- The scholarships will be applied toward the successful students’ tuition fees.
5. University of Alberta Global Citizenship Scholarship for IB Diploma International Students
- Awarded to student(s) on Study Permit(s) with superior academic achievement entering the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta.
- Tuition and $16,000 to a maximum of $40,000 per year for four years
4. Mount Allison University – Confederation Scholarships
- Bell Scholarships
- Established in 2002 as the premier entrance scholarship at Mount Allison, the Bell Scholarships are among the largest undergraduate awards in Canada. The scholarships celebrate students who have demonstrated strong academic ability, leadership potential, volunteer work, extracurricular activities, work experience, and good citizenship.
- You may apply for one of six Bell Scholarships valued at $12,000 per year and one of five Bell Achievement Awards valued at $9,000 per year, all of which are renewable over four years. In order to be considered for this prestigious award, you must submit a separate application including an essay, three reference letters, Grade 12 official transcript with final grades for your first term courses, and a summary of your leadership, volunteer, extracurricular and work experience.
3. Trent University – Global Citizen Scholarships and Awards
- Trent International Program (TIP) offers a limited number of highly competitive renewable Full and Tuition scholarships to students eligible for undergraduate admission to Trent, and who are not citizens or permanent residents of Canada.
- Trent International Global Citizen Scholarships and Awards – this post features the Trent International Full Scholarships
- Global Leader of Tomorrow Award – Established for international undergraduate applicants, recognizing academic excellence, leadership qualities, exceptional community service and individual achievement.
- $60,000 – ($15,000 x 4 years)
- Highest academic average
- Nomination by high school
- Leadership and demonstrated skills
- To renew – must have a high academic standing (7.80 on a 9-point York scale) in each academic year at York
1. University of British Columbia – Awards for International Students
- The International Leader of Tomorrow Award (ILOT)
- UBC attracts talented secondary and post-secondary students from around the world. We honor the achievements of our incoming international students through the International Leader of Tomorrow (ILOT) program.
- ILOT Award winners receive an award-level commensurate with their financial need as determined by the costs of their tuition, fees and living costs, minus the financial contribution the student and their family can make annually towards these costs. A standard needs-assessment is made, based on financial information provided by students and their families.
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Shegxy says
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TEGODIE HIBSTU says
Dear sir/Madam, I have great trust with you to help me for scholarship opportunities in your University.I am Tegodie Hibstu from Ethiopia. I took my fist degree in mathematics from Alemaya University (in,2002),and my second degree in statistics from Addis Ababa
University (in,2008) with my M.Sc thesis, entitled on urban household poverty in case of Addis Ababa, published by VDM Verlag, Dr.Muller (May 10,2011), Amazon.com
I have more than nine years working experience in Universities and high schools. Currently I am working in Ethiopian Civil Service University with position of Lecturer. I am very much pleased when I saw this opportunity in your University to study for Masters abroad or to continue my PhD in any specialization of Statistics or economics.
I am confident that my skills and past experience could make competent for this
scholarship opportunity. Therefore I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss my documents in detail with you in person at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely yours,
Tegodie Hibstu
Emmanuel Nyamekye Essandoh says
Please,i need your help to get scholarship to pay my first year fees at Prairie Bible Institute in Alberta Canada.Where i have been admitted to do four years Bachelor of Arts degree-Pastoral Program.The amount i need is at least $12,000 (CAN).Thanks
Tolosa Chaka Tulu says
My name is Tolosa Chaka Tulu and 28 years old. Iam an Ethiopian currently living as a refugee in Uganda my asylum certeficate house hold number:-470-09H04899. When i was in Ethiopia i obtined Degree in business managment, i tried to continue for second Degree in Ethiopia at Adama university master in project planning managment. but i was forced to drop out becouse of pressure that was placed on me. i was forced to leave the country and exiled to Uganda. I am eager to continue my Education but i could not do it because of lack of financial resource. I am requesting your organization to grant me any necessary assistance to further my education. As mention earlier my field of study is business managment,because since my childhood i have been dreaming about indulging in business activities which will enable me exploit my potential. I have confidence in myself since i have attained basic know-how in that relevant field of my concern. All the benefits attained from your suport will not only be used cater for my individual needs but will also benefit the entire community,to help curb illiteracy,poor governance and economic development. I pray to the almighty God to give me grace and wisdom so that my dream would be realized.Thank you and may the almighty God favor you in all his miraculous ways,tanks in advance.
Namulesa Gertrude says
i’m Namulesa Gertrude from Uganda i got 21 points in UACE could like to get a full scholarship in BBA +256705296174 ntrudy18@yahoo.com