General Undergraduate Scholarships
To attract top students, the University of Alberta offers more than CAD$25 million in undergraduate scholarships each year.
These award competitions require you to complete a separate scholarship application.
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You are considered automatically for these scholarships when you complete your application to study at UAlberta.
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International students who have been attending UAlberta for one full year are automatically considered for the following Scholarship.
Continuing Undergraduate International Student Award |
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Scholarships requiring a separate application
Scholastic Distinction (Entrance Citations) for International Students
Field of Study: Open
Value: Variable from $15,000 - Payable over four years
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded annually to students on study permit who are entering an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta from high school on the basis of top academic standing in grades 10, 11, and 12. Receipt of funding for the second, third, and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta each year.
Application procedure: The deadline to apply is February 15, 2012. Nominations must be made by a school official.
Download Application Form (PDF)
Download Nomination Instructions (PDF)
Scholastic Distinction (Transfer Citations) for International Students
Field of Study: Open
Value: Variable from $10,500 - Payable over three years
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded annually to postsecondary students on a study permit who are transferring into an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta based on top academic achievement in grades 10, 11, and 12 and on coursework completed at the postsecondary level. Receipt of funding for the second, third, and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta each year.
Application procedure: The deadline to apply is February 15, 2012.
Download Application Form (PDF)
Download Reference Instructions (PDF)
International Entrance Leadership Award
Field of Study: Open
Value: $5,000
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded to student(s) with superior academic achievement entering their first year of an undergraduate degree program and who are studying on a Study Permit. Selection based on leadership qualities as demonstrated by involvement in extracurricular and community activities and academic standing.
Application procedure: The deadline to apply is February 15, 2012.
Download Application Form (PDF)
Download Reference Instructions (PDF)
International Transfer Leadership Award
Field of Study: Open
Value: Variable
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded to student(s) with superior academic achievement transferring their first undergraduate degree program from a postsecondary institution and who are studying on a Study Permit. Selection based on leadership qualities as demonstrated by involvement in extracurricular and community activities and academic standing.
Application procedure: The deadline to apply is February 15, 2012.
Download Application Form (PDF)
Download Reference Instructions (PDF)
University of Alberta Global Citizenship Scholarship for IB Diploma International Students
Field of Study: Open
Value: Tuition and $12,000 to a maximum of $40,000 per year for four years
Quantity available: One
Conditions: Awarded to student(s) on Study Permit(s) with superior academic achievement entering the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta. Selection based on International Baccalaureate Diploma academic standing, demonstrated financial need, and demonstrated leadership. Receipt of funding for the second, third, and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta each year. Students may not receive any other University of Alberta entrance awards or scholarships.
Recipients of this scholarship are not eligible to receive any other entrance awards.
Application procedure: The competition will open December 1, 2011 and the deadline to apply is February 15, 2012.
Please note this is a two-part application. Both portions must be submitted to be considered. Please consult the application form for a complete listing of what must be submitted by applicants in order to be considered for this scholarship. Please indicate on your application that you are an IB Diploma student.
Download Application Form – includes Parts 1 & 2 (PDF)
Download Reference Instructions (PDF)
University of Alberta Global Citizenship Scholarship for IB Diploma International Students from the Aga Khan Academy
Field of Study: Open
Value: Tuition and $12,000 to a maximum of $40,000 per year for four years
Quantity available: One
Conditions: Awarded to student(s) on Study Permit(s) from an Aga Khan Academy with superior academic achievement entering the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta. Selection based on International Baccalaureate Diploma academic standing, demonstrated financial need, and demonstrated leadership. Receipt of funding for the second, third and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta each year. Students may not receive any other University of Alberta entrance awards or scholarships.
Recipients of this scholarship are not eligible to receive any other entrance awards.
Application procedure: The competition will open December 1, 2011 and the deadline to apply is February 15, 2012.
Please note this is a two-part application. Both portions must be submitted to be considered. Please consult the application form for a complete listing of what must be submitted by applicants in order to be considered for this scholarship. Please indicate on your application that you are an IB Diploma student studying at an Aga Khan Academy.
Download Application Form – includes Parts 1 & 2 (PDF)
Download Reference Instructions (PDF)
Scholarships you're considered for automatically after applying for admission to UAlberta
University of Alberta International Baccalaureate Diploma Scholarship
Field of Study: Open
Value: $2,000 or $4,000
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded to International Baccalaureate Diploma graduates with superior academic achievement entering or transferring into their first undergraduate degree program, studying on a Student Visa Permit. Recipients will be selected on the basis of academic achievement on courses taken in the full IB program.
Application procedure: Automatic consideration upon admission to the University of Alberta and receipt of final International Baccalaureate transcripts.
International Advanced Placement Scholarship
Field of Study: Open
Value: $2,000 or $4,000
Quantity available: 50
Conditions: Awarded annually to students who have superior academic achievement and Advanced Placement Scholar standing (as defined by the College Board) who are entering their first undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta and studying on a Study Permit. Recipients will be chosen on the basis of academic achievement on courses taken in the Advanced Placement program.
Transcripts must be received in the Registrar's Office by August 1.
Application procedure: By nomination from the University of Alberta Registrar's Office.
International A-Level Scholarship
Field of Study: Open
Value: $2,000
Quantity available: up to 16
Conditions: Awarded to student(s) on Study Permit(s) with superior academic achievement entering the first year of a University of Alberta undergraduate degree program. Selection based on academic achievement on a minimum of three courses taken at the A-level and/or AS-level.
Application procedure: Automatic consideration upon receipt of A-Level transcripts. Offers will be sent out in December.
International Student Scholarship
Field of Study: Open
Value: Variable
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded to students with superior academic achievement entering into their first undergraduate degree program, studying on a Student Visa Permit. Recipients will be selected on the basis of academic achievement. Should a renewable scholarship be offered, receipt of funding for the second, third, or fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta each year.
Application procedure: Automatic consideration upon admission to the University of Alberta.
University of Alberta Academic Excellence Scholarship Competition
Field of Study: Open
Value: Variable
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded to students with superior academic achievement entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta with less than 24 IB, AP, or A-Level credits. Recipients will be selected on the basis of their final admission average. Transfer students are not eligible for this scholarship. View the details about the Academic Excellence Scholarship.
Application procedure: Automatic consideration upon admission to the University of Alberta.
Campus Saint-Jean International Scholarship
Field of Study: Open
Value: Variable
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded to student(s) with superior academic achievement entering the first year of any undergraduate degree program offered by Campus Saint-Jean, who are studying on a Student Visa Permit. Selection based on academic standing and demonstrated financial need.
Application procedure: By application to Campus Saint-Jean at the University of Alberta.
International students who have been attending UAlberta for one full year are automatically considered for this scholarship
Continuing Undergraduate International Student Award
Field of Study: Open
Value: $1000
Quantity available: Variable
Conditions: Awarded to student(s) on Study Permit(s) with satisfactory academic standing (minimum 3.0 on a full normal course load) entering the second, third, or fourth year of a University of Alberta undergraduate degree program. Selection based on academic achievement. Preference given to students who have not received other University of Alberta awards in the same academic year.
Application procedure: Automatic consideration based on previous year’s academics. Recipients will be notified the following February