Scholarships Available For International Students In Canada

Canada extends several scholarship opportunities to attract talented students globally and support their education financially. Here are some top options:

Government Scholarships:

• Federal Government Programs: Offers doctoral scholarships through Vanier and Banting programs for PhD studies.
• Provincial Awards: Provinces like Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia sponsor international students in STEM, business, and specific research areas.

University Scholarships:

• Merit Awards: Academic excellence scholarships based on high school/undergrad results for 1st-year students.
• Renewable Awards: Scholarships continuing for 4 years of an undergraduate degree based on academic performance.
• Master’s Entrance Awards: Financial aid for outstanding international students pursuing graduate studies at Canadian universities.

Foundation Scholarships:

• Schulich Leader Scholarships: For studying STEM at select Canadian universities, offering up to $100,000 each.
• TD Scholarships for Community Leadership: Supports community-minded international students in business/commerce.
• Telus Scholarships: For studies in Science/Technology through entrance and continuing awards.

Additional Options:

• Embassy Scholarships: Some countries offer scholarships through the Embassy for specific programs in Canada.
• Private Donor Funded Awards: Awards set up by individuals, corporations for international students with financial needs.

Specific Deadlines for Applying:

• Government scholarships usually have early deadlines, often between November and January for the following academic year.
• University entrance scholarships typically have deadlines around December-February for admission in the following fall term.
• Major multi-year scholarships like Schulich, Banting, and Vanier often have deadlines in late fall/early winter.
• Foundation scholarships may have deadlines between January and March.
• Embassy-sponsored scholarships typically have deadlines from November to May/June, depending on the country and academic system.
• Private awards through universities often align with general scholarship deadlines of December-March.
• Some limited or specialized scholarships may have deadlines as late as April-June for the upcoming fall term.

It is advisable to begin researching and preparing scholarship applications 8-10 months before the intended study period. Prioritize major multi-year awards with early deadlines (November-February) to maximize funding. Always check individual scholarship websites for specific annual closing dates, and starting early is crucial for these competitive international scholarships.