International students who want to study in Canada can apply for the International Entrance Scholarships at the University of Alberta. These scholarships are designed to reward high-achieving students entering undergraduate programs at the university.
University of Alberta is one of the country’s leading research universities and offers a wide range of financial aid opportunities for international students. The institution distributes more than $52 million in scholarships and financial support each year to undergraduate students.
🎓 Scholarship Overview
- University:
- Country:
- Study Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree)
- Scholarship Type: Merit-based entrance scholarships
- Eligible Applicants: International students
- Study Location:
These scholarships are available for students entering their first year of full-time undergraduate studies directly from high school.
🎓 Scholarship Benefits
The university offers several scholarship options with different funding levels.
President’s International Distinction Scholarship
- Value: Up to CAD $120,000 over 4 years
- Awarded to students with exceptional academic performance and leadership skills.
International Leader Scholarship
- Value: Up to CAD $15,000
- For students with strong academics and leadership experience.
International Admission Scholarship
- Value: Up to CAD $5,000
- Based on admission average.
Regional Excellence Scholarship
- Value: Up to CAD $5,000
- Awarded to top students from specific regions.
Gold Standard Scholarship
- Value: Up to CAD $6,000
- Awarded to the top 5% of students in each faculty based on admission average.
These scholarships may significantly reduce tuition costs for international students studying in Canada.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for entrance scholarships, applicants typically must:
- Apply to an undergraduate program at the University of Alberta
- Be entering first-year full-time studies directly from high school
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Show leadership or extracurricular achievements for some awards
- Meet the admission requirements of the chosen program.
Scholarships are competitive, and meeting eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.
🎓 Available Programs
Scholarships can be used for many undergraduate programs including:
Engineering and Technology
- Computer Engineering
- Software Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Business and Economics
- Business Administration
- Accounting
- Finance
Science and Research
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
Social Sciences and Humanities
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
The university offers more than 200 undergraduate programs across multiple faculties.
🎓 Required Documents
Applicants may need to submit:
- Online admission application
- High school transcripts
- English language proficiency test (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Personal statement or scholarship application
- Additional documents depending on the scholarship.
🎓 Application Process
Follow these steps to apply:
- Apply for admission to an undergraduate program at the University of Alberta.
- Create an account in the university’s Awards Hub portal.
- Complete the scholarship application form.
- Submit required documents before the deadline.
- Wait for scholarship evaluation results.
Admission-based scholarships may be awarded automatically based on academic performance.
🎓 Important Dates
- Scholarship Application Opens: October
- Application Deadline: January 10
- Scholarship Offers Begin: Early winter
Students must first apply for admission before submitting scholarship applications.
🎓 Why Study at the University of Alberta?
Studying at the University of Alberta offers several advantages:
- One of the top research universities in Canada
- Strong global academic reputation
- Scholarships and financial aid opportunities
- Diverse international student community
- Career and research opportunities across many fields
The university also provides students with access to modern research facilities and a vibrant campus environment.
