The University of British Columbia (UBC) in Canada is inviting applications for its 2025 UBC International Scholars Program, a fully funded scholarship that covers tuition and living costs for selected international undergraduate students. This prestigious program is open to students worldwide who are committed to academic excellence and leadership.
Scholarship Overview:
- Host Country: Canada
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends
- Application Deadline: November 15, 2024
Scholarship Details:
UBC offers four categories of awards under the International Scholars Program:
- Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award: Recognizes exceptional academic achievement and leadership.
- Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award: For students from war-torn or impoverished areas who have achieved academic excellence despite challenging circumstances.
- International Impact Award: For students who have demonstrated leadership and commitment to sustainability, social justice, or health.
- Vantage One Excellence Award: Offered to students who do not yet meet UBC’s English Language Admission Standard.
Eligibility Requirements:
To apply for the UBC International Scholars Program, candidates must:
- Be an international student studying on a Canadian study permit.
- Apply directly from a recognized secondary school or transfer from a first-year post-secondary program.
- Have graduated from high school no earlier than November 2023.
- Apply for their first undergraduate degree.
- Demonstrate superior academic achievement (all A’s or equivalent).
- Show financial need that would otherwise prevent them from attending UBC.
- Meet UBC’s general admission and English language requirements.
Benefits:
The UBC International Scholars Program covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Living costs, minus the financial contribution the student and their family can make.
The scholarship is renewable for up to three additional years or until degree completion, provided the student maintains academic excellence and financial need.
How to Apply:
To apply for the UBC International Scholars Program:
- Review the program’s application page.
- Choose your academic program and campus.
- You must be nominated by your school or a non-profit and submit a reference from an academic referee.
- Gather financial details and information on extracurricular activities.
- Submit your International Scholars Program application by November 15, 2024.
- Complete your admissions application to UBC by December 1, 2024.
