UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY, CANADA
University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarships
partial · bachelors
- CAD 20,000/year~€13,500 (est.) per year
- Up to CAD 80,000Renewable over 4 years
- 2 named awardsEnergizing Canada & UCalgary IES
- GPA 2.60Required to renew
- Founded 1966University of Calgary
- First-year entryFall term undergraduates
At a glance
partial
Funding
€14k
Max amount
Mar 1, 2027
Deadline
International students from any country (non-Canadian citizens paying the differential fee)
Country
University of Calgary, Canada
Provider
The University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarships are offered by the University of Calgary, founded in 1966, to international students beginning their first year of undergraduate study in the Fall term. Two named awards – the Energizing Canada International Entrance Scholarship and the University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarship – each provide CAD 20,000 (around ~€13,500 (est.)) and are renewable for the duration of the undergraduate programme, so over a typical 4-year degree the support is worth up to CAD 80,000. The awards are open to international students who pay the differential tuition fee, do not hold Canadian citizenship, and are entering their first year of any undergraduate programme; recipients are selected on academic excellence and must meet the university's English-language proficiency standards. Renewal in the second, third and fourth years requires maintaining a GPA of at least 2.60 over a minimum of 24.00 units across the previous fall and winter terms while continuing to pay international differential tuition. There is no separate scholarship form; eligible applicants are considered through their undergraduate admission (which carries a CAD 145 application fee). Because criteria, award values and deadlines can change, confirm the current figures and dates on the official University of Calgary international-student-awards page before you apply.
What's covered
- Annual award — CAD 20,000 (around ~€13,500 (est.)) per year toward tuition and education costs, paid under each named entrance scholarship.
- Renewable value — Renewable for the second, third and fourth years, worth up to CAD 80,000 (~€54,000 (est.)) across a four-year undergraduate degree.
- Two scholarship options — Covers the Energizing Canada International Entrance Scholarship and the University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarship, each CAD 20,000.
- First-year entry support — Awarded to incoming first-year international undergraduates entering in the Fall term across any programme.
- Merit recognition — Selected on academic excellence, recognising top incoming international students with a CAD 20,000 (~€13,500 (est.)) annual award.
How to apply
Apply for undergraduate admission to the University of Calgary; eligible international first-year applicants are automatically considered for the entrance scholarships.
- Create your UCalgary eID — Create a UCalgary eID and begin your undergraduate admission application using the university's application guide.
- Complete your application — Submit your undergraduate application for your chosen programme and pay the CAD 145 application fee.
- Submit required documents — Through your Calgary Student Centre, upload any required transcripts and documents where and how the university directs.
- Provide English proof — Submit evidence that you meet the university's English-language proficiency standards.
- Be considered automatically — Eligible international first-year applicants are automatically assessed for the entrance scholarships on academic excellence; no separate form is needed.
Eligibility
International statusMust be an international student paying the differential tuition fee and not holding Canadian citizenship.
First-year entryMust be entering the first year of an undergraduate programme at the University of Calgary in the Fall term.
Academic excellenceRecipients are selected on the basis of academic excellence in their admission credentials.
English proficiencyMust meet the English-language proficiency standards established by the University of Calgary.
Renewal GPATo renew, must maintain a GPA of at least 2.60 over a minimum of 24.00 units across the previous fall and winter terms and continue paying international differential tuition.
Criteria are subject to change, so check the latest details with the university. There is no separate scholarship application; eligible students are considered through their undergraduate admission application.
Eligible countries
International students from any country (non-Canadian citizens paying the differential fee)
Deadlines
Fall 2027 entry~1 March 2027 (est.)
Following cycle~March 2028 (est.)
Selection
Recipients are selected by the University of Calgary on the basis of academic excellence shown in their admission application. The awards are then renewable in the second, third and fourth years for students who maintain a GPA of at least 2.60 over a minimum of 24.00 units across the previous fall and winter terms and continue to pay international differential tuition.
Verified sources
- International student awards – University of Calgaryucalgary.caofficial
- Apply – University of Calgary undergraduate admissionsucalgary.caofficial
About the provider
The University of Calgary, founded in 1966, is a top-ranked public research university in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, with more than 35,000 students across a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programmes. It offers numerous awards and financial-aid opportunities, including entrance scholarships for incoming international undergraduates.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who offers these scholarships?
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They are offered by the University of Calgary in Canada to incoming first-year international undergraduate students.
How much are the awards worth?
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Each named scholarship provides CAD 20,000 (around ~€13,500 (est.)) per year and is renewable for the duration of the undergraduate programme.
Which scholarships are included?
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The Energizing Canada International Entrance Scholarship and the University of Calgary International Entrance Scholarship, each worth CAD 20,000.
Are the awards renewable?
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Yes. They can be renewed for the second, third and fourth years – up to CAD 80,000 over a four-year degree – if you maintain the required GPA.
Who is eligible to apply?
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International students paying the differential fee, not holding Canadian citizenship, entering the first year of an undergraduate programme in the Fall term.
What GPA is needed to renew?
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A GPA of at least 2.60 over a minimum of 24.00 units across the previous fall and winter terms, while continuing to pay international differential tuition.
Is there a separate scholarship application?
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No. Eligible applicants are considered automatically through their undergraduate admission application.
How are recipients selected?
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Recipients are selected on the basis of academic excellence shown in their admission credentials.
Is there an application fee?
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Yes. The undergraduate admission application carries a CAD 145 application fee.
Do I need to prove my English level?
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Yes. You must meet the English-language proficiency standards set by the University of Calgary.
When is the deadline?
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Around 1 March 2027 (est.) for Fall entry; confirm the exact current-cycle deadline on the official University of Calgary page.
Where can I confirm the exact details?
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Verify the current award values, criteria and deadlines on the official University of Calgary international-student-awards page before applying.