If you are an international student looking to study in Canada, make sure you check out which scholarships are available to you from organisations and universities
Towering mountains, fresh air, azure lakes, abundant wildlife, great universities…Canada attracts thousands of international students every year and for good reason.
However, what isn’t so great is the amount that it costs to study there. Tuition fees are fairly high and in some big cities the cost of living can be quite pricey too. High costs of living can often put international students off studying abroad.
That’s where this guide to scholarships in Canada for international students comes in. There are plenty of government-funded opportunities that students can apply for as well as scholarship funds from universities.
Here’s a broad selection of scholarships that are available to international students looking to study in Canada.
Types of scholarships
University scholarships
Most universities will offer some kind of financial aid for international students, so your institution of choice should be your first port of call when considering funding.
Financial scholarships
These scholarships are based on the financial need of the students. The majority of these are only available for US residents but some universities will give out needs-based scholarships to international students.
Merit scholarships
For students who are either academically gifted, were top sports players in high school or excelled in community or entrepreneurial work.
Country-based scholarships
These scholarships are targeted at students from developing countries in particular.
Government-funded scholarships
The Canadian government offers many scholarship programmes for international students, some of which are listed below.
Privately funded scholarships
Sometimes private businesses or donors will fund scholarships for international students. These are also more likely to be targeted at developing countries and minority groups, or in specific areas of study.
Part scholarships
These can range from a small one-off payment students can use towards their fees or a larger payment that is staggered to cover certain costs of going to university.
Government scholarships
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
These are offered to international students doing postgraduate study in natural and social sciences or health sciences.
IDRC Research Awards
These are for students coming to Canada from developing countries.
NSERC Postgraduate Scholarships
There are a number of Canadian government scholarships for students choosing to study in natural sciences or engineering.
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