York University International Student Scholarships

If you’re an international student aspiring to pursue a full-time undergraduate degree at York University in Ontario, Canada, there are several prestigious scholarships available to support your academic journey.

York University offers the Global Leader of Tomorrow Scholarships and the International Entrance Scholarships of Distinction, providing financial assistance to outstanding students who display academic excellence and leadership potential.

In this blog post, we will provide an overview of these scholarships, including eligibility criteria, scholarship values, and application details.

Scholarship Overview: York University offers three major international scholarships specifically for international students applying for undergraduate programs starting in the Fall 2023 term. These scholarships are:

1. President’s International Scholarship of Excellence: Awarding 20 students, this scholarship is valued at $180,000 ($45,000 per year for four years) and is renewable for three years, subject to high academic performance.
2. Tentanda Via Award: Available to 15 students, this scholarship provides financial support of $120,000 ($30,000 per year for four years) and is renewable for three years, subject to high academic performance. Unlike the other scholarships, Tentanda Via Award does not require applicants to have no previous university or college studies.
3. Global Leader of Tomorrow Award: This scholarship is granted to two exceptional students and carries a value of $80,000 ($20,000 per year for four years). As with the others, it is renewable for three years, contingent on maintaining high academic standing.

Eligibility Criteria: To be considered for any of the scholarships mentioned above, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:

1. Be an international student who requires a Study Permit to study in Canada.
2. Have applied to an undergraduate degree program at York University for the Fall 2023 term.
3. Have applied to York University directly from high school within two years of graduation (except for Tentanda Via Award, which is open to students with previous university or college studies).
4. Possess an outstanding academic record with a minimum “A” average or its equivalent.
5. Demonstrate leadership abilities through community service, arts, sports, or other areas of individual achievement.
6. Submit one letter of recommendation or other relevant supporting documents as required.
7. Ensure all necessary documents are marked as “Received” in the York application (MyFile) by 1st February 2023 at 11:59:59 pm, Eastern Time.
8. Complete and submit the online International Student Scholarship Application by 1st February 2023 at 11:59:59 pm, Eastern Time.

Application Process: Applications for the scholarships are currently closed. However, when the application period is open, interested students can apply by completing the International Student Scholarship & Award Application form online.

To do so, they will need a 9-digit York reference number, which they will receive within five business days of applying to York. The deadline for submitting applications is 1st February 2023.

Conclusion:

The Global Leader of Tomorrow Scholarships and the International Entrance Scholarships of Distinction offered by York University present an excellent opportunity for international students to pursue their dreams of undergraduate education in Canada.

With substantial financial support and recognition for academic excellence and leadership qualities, these scholarships aim to attract the brightest minds from around the world. Students interested in applying for these scholarships should visit the official scholarship website (http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/funding#intl) for more information and to stay updated on future application periods.