Introduction:
UBC’s International Scholars Program provides four distinct categories of esteemed awards, combining financial need and merit for international scholars:
- Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award acknowledges outstanding potential in prospective international undergraduates, showcasing not only superior academic prowess but also exemplary leadership qualities fostering collaboration, empathy, and active listening.
- Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award recognizes exceptional international undergraduates from impoverished or war-torn regions who have excelled academically under challenging circumstances. These students, facing significant financial barriers, would be unable to attend university without substantial financial support.
- International Impact Award targets exceptional students showcasing leadership and commitment to sustainability, climate change solutions, natural resource conservation, social justice, equity, inclusion, or societal health and wellness. Priority is accorded to first-generation learners and individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Vantage One Excellence Award, offered by UBC Vantage College, aims at academically outstanding international students who have not yet met the English Language Admission Standard for direct entry to UBC.
Host Institutions:
University of British Columbia in Canada
Field of Study:
Undergraduate degrees offered by UBC, excluding the UBC Okanagan Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Dental Science in Dental Hygiene, Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science, Bachelor + Master of Management degrees, dual degrees, joint degrees between UBC Okanagan and UBC Vancouver, and collaborative degrees with other post-secondary institutions.
Number of Scholarships:
Approximately 50, distributed across the four awards.
Eligible:
International students
Scholarship Value/Inclusions:
The value of the UBC International Scholars Program corresponds to your financial need. Financial need is calculated by totaling tuition, fees, and living costs, deducting the financial contribution you and your family can make annually. The standard needs assessment relies on the financial information provided by you and your family.
Your award may be renewed for up to three additional years of undergraduate study or until degree completion—whichever comes first—provided you maintain satisfactory academic standing, demonstrate financial need, and uphold your Canadian study permit (student visa).
Eligibility:
To be considered for the International Scholars Program:
- You must be an international student studying in Canada on a Canadian study permit.
- You must enter UBC from a recognized secondary school or transfer from your first year at a post-secondary college or another university.
- Graduation from high school must not precede the month of June two years before the academic year you are applying for.
- This should be your first undergraduate degree.
- Demonstrate superior academic achievement (attain all As or equivalent standard).
- Demonstrate a level of financial need preventing pursuit of a UBC degree.
- Meet UBC’s admission requirements, including general and degree-specific requirements and the English Language Admission Standard.
Applicants will be considered for the Vantage One Excellence Award if: - All previous eligibility criteria apply, except not yet meeting UBC’s English Language Admission Standard for direct admission.
- Meet UBC Vantage College admission requirements, including English requirements for Vantage College.
- Coming directly from high school.
- Beginning undergraduate studies at UBC in the UBC Vantage One Program.
Application Procedure:
Applications are presently closed.
To apply for the International Scholars program, you must be nominated by your school or non-profit and submit a reference from an academic referee. Confirm that your school or non-profit can nominate you and inform your nominator and academic referee of your intention to apply for the International Scholars Program. The selection of the award is not within your purview; UBC will automatically consider you for the awards for which you are eligible.
Apply for the International Scholars Program by submitting the application by November 15 and your admissions application to UBC by December 1. Fulfill the UBC English Language Admission Requirement by January 31.
It is imperative to visit the official website (link provided below) to access the online application form and obtain detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website: http://you.ubc.ca/financial-planning/scholarships-awards-international-students/international-scholars/
