Undergraduate Entrance Scholarships for International Students at McMaster University in Canada, 2020

 Faculties will nominate eligible students based on the Faculty’s award allocation. Students will be selected based on academic excellence as demonstrated through their application for admission to the graduate program.

Eligibility 

International students who are registered full time and assessed international tuition fees. 

Normally given to students in research-based programs (thesis or major research paper). 

Will normally only be given to students entering the first term of their program (term 1.0).

Students must demonstrate academic excellence through criteria established by the Faculty.

Students must meet the academic progress requirements of their program and not have outstanding probationary admission requirements. 

Normally, students should not be concurrently receiving foreign government or agency sponsorship (e.g., China Scholarship Council, Libyan sponsorship, etc) or be fully or partially self-funded in excess of the Faculty minimum levels of support.  

 Alberta University offers Scholarships that require No separate application and has scholarships that require a separate application. Below you will find the details of the requirements for the scholarship, eligibility, and the application process. 

Scholarship that Requires Application

President’s International Distinction Scholarship: Up to CAD$120,000 for outstanding international students with strong leadership skills.

A Chan Pang Kuen Memorial International Distinction Scholarship: Up to CAD$120,000 for international students with exceptional academic merit and leadership qualities.

International Leader Scholarship: Up to CAD$15,000 for well-rounded international students with strong academic and leadership profiles.

May Quon Undergraduate Scholarship: Up to CAD$100,000 for Chinese or Hong Kong students with strong academics, financial need, and a student visa.

Cora Martinson International Scholarship: Up to CAD$56,000 for international students with strong academic and financial needs, entering Augustana Faculty.

University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship for IB Diploma International Students: Up to CAD$53,000 per year for exceptional IB Diploma students from Aga Khan Academies with financial need and leadership skills.

This Scholarship in Canada is open to international students from all around the world. The York University International Scholarships are available to start academic studies in Fall 2025. Most scholarships are given Automatically which means No separate application is required for the Scholarship.

Arts, Media, Performance & Design

Environmental Studies

 Education

Glendon

Health

Lassonde School of Engineering

Leadership and Achievement: Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in arts, sports, or other individual achievements (where applicable).

Supporting Documents: Must upload a letter of recommendation and other supporting documents as required.

Apply to York: Have applied to an undergraduate degree program at York University that starts in the Fall 2025 term.

Complete the Scholarship Application: Fill out the International Student Scholarship & Award Application form online.

Obtain York Reference Number: You’ll need a 9-digit York reference number, which you’ll receive within 5 business days of applying to York.

You only need to apply for the Undergraduate degree program at York University. York University is a public research university located in Toronto, Ontario. It’s one of the largest universities in Canada. Below you will find the details of the Requirements of the scholarship, eligibility, and the application process. 

Study Programs

You can apply to any undergraduate degree program that starts in the Fall 2025 term under the following faculties:

Arts, Media, Performance & Design Environmental Studies Education Glendon Health Lassonde School of Engineering Liberal Arts & Professional Studies Science Schulich School of Business.

Criteria

Academic Excellence: Must have an excellent academic record with a minimum “A” average or equivalent (where applicable).

Leadership and Achievement: Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in arts, sports, or other individual achievements (where applicable).

Supporting Documents: Must upload a letter of recommendation and other supporting documents as required.

Admissions Assessment

Admission to the University is assessed based on a holistic approach. Prospective students are generally expected to have a good academic record in addition to satisfying the subject prerequisites for the programmes they are applying to. Besides academic grades, other factors such as the applicant’s interests, prior preparation, and aptitude for the chosen undergraduate degree programme can be used to admit the applicant. This approach reflects the university's commitment to considering the broader qualities and experiences that applicants bring to the academic community.

Interview/tests 

Interview/tests are required for specific undergraduate degree programmes, including Architecture, Dentistry, Industrial Design, Landscape Architecture, Law, Medicine, Music, Nursing and Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE).

Our faculty cover all periods of British, American and Canadian, and Postcolonial literatures, combining close historical study with the most advanced theoretical tools. The department is also home to a wide range of teaching and research in literature, rhetoric, writing, professional communication, and the creative and experimental use of digital media.

Undergraduate Studies

Whether you want to explore literature, digital media, political discourse, or technical communication, our diverse undergraduate degrees and programs allow you to pursue your interests. You have a wide variety of degree options, and with our integrated co-op option, you can combine study and work experience.

Graduate Studies

We offer MAs in Literary Studies, Rhetoric and Communication Design, and Experimental Digital Media. Our PhD offers a unique integration of literary studies with such fields as rhetoric, new media, and discourse analysis. Our degrees will prepare you for work in and beyond the academy.