Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Bachelor’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 15th of February, 2025.
Scholarship Summary:
York University awards generous application-based scholarships to international applicants who have an exceptional academic profile, and demonstrate leadership through community service or excellence in the arts or sport. Students do not need an offer of admission to apply for York entrance awards and scholarships.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for consideration, applicants;
• Must be an international student who is required to have a Study Permit to study in Canada
• Must have applied to an undergraduate degree program at York that begins in Fall 2025
• Must have applied to York directly from high school no more than two years after graduation, and have no previous university or college studies
• Must have an excellent academic record with a minimum “A” average or equivalent
• Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in the arts, sports, or other areas of individual achievement
Value of Scholarship:
The York International Application-Based Scholarships are valued as follows;
i. President’s International Scholarship of Excellence: CAD$180,000 (CAD$45,000 over four years) {20 awards available}
ii. Tentanda Via Award: CAD$120,000 (CAD$30,000 over four years) {15 awards available}
iii. The Annie Demirjian '77 Scholarship: CAD$5,000 - CAD$10,000 {Available for two (2) international applicants who are admitted to Glendon with top academic standing (of 85% or higher) and demonstrate financial need. Preference will be given to applicants who are Francophone}
Scholarship Application Guide:
To apply;
i. Complete an application for admission into York; you will receive a 9-digit York reference number which is required for the application-based scholarship, within 5 business days of applying to York.
ii. Complete and submit the online International Student Scholarship Application by February 15, 2025 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time (the name, position, e-mail, and phone number of the nominator in the application form must be provided in the form).
- By submitting the International Student Scholarship & Award Application, you will be considered for all of the scholarships listed above.
iii. Application process consists of submission of a personal statement from applicant explaining the grounds under which they are applying and how they meet the criteria (500 words or less), a financial profile, list of activities and volunteer experiences and two letters of reference one of which must be academic.)
iv. Ensure all required documents are shown as “Received” in the York application (MyFile), by February 15 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the York University International Scholarship Page or the scholarship links above.