Bachelor's Scholarships in Canada
There are 13 active bachelor's scholarships for international students in Canada worth up to €200k, from 11 providers. Compare eligibility, awards, and deadlines below and apply before they close.
partial fundingBrescia University College Entrance Scholarships
Open to international and domestic students applying to undergraduate or eligible graduate programmes at Brescia (now part of Western University) in London, Ontario. Entrance awards are based mainly on academic standing and admission; most applicants are automatically considered for entrance scholarships when they apply for admission, while some grants (such as the Academic Excellence Grant) require a separate application. A strong secondary-school or prior-degree record is expected, along with proof of English proficiency for applicants from non-English-instruction backgrounds.
full fundingInternational Leader of Tomorrow (ILOT) Award
For international students entering their first undergraduate degree at the University of British Columbia (UBC) who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and financial need. Students must be nominated by their school and require financial support to study at UBC; the award is need-based, covering costs the student and family cannot meet.
full fundingLester B. Pearson International Student Scholarship
For international students beginning undergraduate study at the University of Toronto who are first-time entrants from outside Canada. Students must be nominated by their school, then complete the U of T application and scholarship process. Selection recognises exceptional academic achievement and creativity, with a record of leadership and impact at school.
full fundingCanadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (BCDI 2030)
Open to citizens of 26 eligible partner countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. Candidates cannot apply individually; they are nominated through project-based partnerships between Canadian higher education institutions and institutions in their home country. At least 51% of recipients are women, and applicants must meet the admission criteria of the Canadian institution and commit to contributing to the development of their home country after graduation.
partial fundingUniversity of Toronto President's Scholars of Excellence Programme
For top-achieving students entering their first year of undergraduate study at the University of Toronto. The recognition award is granted automatically to the highest-ranked admitted students at the Faculty of Arts & Science (and equivalents); no separate application is required.
partial fundingMcGill University Scholarships and Bursaries
Open to applicants from all countries who are registered, or about to register, in a full-time degree programme at McGill University, have proficiency in English, maintain satisfactory academic standing, and (for need-based bursaries) can demonstrate financial need and apply for any government student aid for which they qualify.
partial fundingEntrance Scholarships for International Students
For high-achieving students, including international students, entering their first undergraduate year at McGill University in Montreal. Some entrance scholarships are awarded automatically on academic merit, while renewable major entrance scholarships require a separate application due in mid-January.
full fundingWestern University National Scholarship Program (Canada)
Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents entering full-time undergraduate study at Western University's main campus, with a minimum academic average of 90% in Grade 12 U/M courses (or equivalent), a school nomination, a reference letter, a transcript and an essay.
partial fundingUniversity of Calgary International Entrance Scholarships
Open to international students (paying the differential fee and not holding Canadian citizenship) entering their first year of an undergraduate programme at the University of Calgary in the Fall term, who meet the university's English-language requirements; selected on academic excellence and renewable on maintaining the required GPA.
partial fundingUniversity of Ottawa International English Scholarships
Open to international undergraduate students who hold a valid Canadian study permit and are newly admitted to an English-language undergraduate programme in Arts, Engineering, Health Sciences, Science, Social Sciences, or the Telfer School of Management. A minimum admission average of 80 percent is needed for the Admission Scholarship and 90 percent for the Academic Excellence Scholarship. Students in the French immersion or French-language streams are not eligible.
partial fundingUniversity of Saskatchewan Scholarships for International Students
Open to international and Indigenous students applying for undergraduate, master's, or PhD study at the University of Saskatchewan across a wide range of fields. Undergraduate applicants are automatically considered for entrance scholarships when they apply for admission and must be high school students outside Canada at the time of application. Master's applicants need a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent, and PhD applicants need a Master's degree or equivalent in a related field. A separate IELTS is not required where prior education was conducted in English; otherwise an English language test is needed. Applicants should confirm the exact award values and entry rules on the official page.
full fundingHerStart International Fellowship
Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents who have a commitment to gender equality, sustainability and social impact, and who hold relevant skills in entrepreneurship, research, marketing or partnership development. Fellows must be available for a 3-month placement in Ghana, Tanzania or Uganda and are placed through Saint Mary's University and Youth Challenge International (YCI).
full fundingMitacs Globalink Research Internship
Open to full-time senior undergraduate students (and some master's students) at accredited institutions who are citizens of an eligible Mitacs partner country, are at least 18 years old, have the required number of remaining semesters, and are available to complete a 12-week research internship in Canada under the supervision of a host professor.
Frequently asked questions
How many scholarships are available in Canada?
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13 active scholarships are listed on this page, updated regularly.
Can international students apply for scholarships in Canada?
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Yes — these scholarships are open to international students; check each one's eligibility and deadline.