York University offers the Global Leader of Tomorrow Scholarships and the International Entrance Scholarships of Distinction specifically for international students who would like to take a full-time undergraduate degree at University of York.
Host Institution(s):
York University in Ontario, Canada
Field of study:
Any undergraduate degree program that begins in the Fall 2020 term under the following faculties: Arts, Media, Performance & Design; Environmental Studies; Education; Glendon; Health; Lassonde School of Engineering; Liberal Arts & Professional Studies; Science; or the Schulich School of Business
Number of Awards:
Presidentâs International Scholarship of Excellence: 20
Tentanda Via Award: 15
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award: 2
Target group:
International students
Scholarship value/inclusions:
Presidentâs International Scholarship of Excellence: $180,000 ($45,000 x 4 years)
Tentanda Via Award: $120,000 ($30,000 x 4 years)
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award: $80,000 ($20,000 x 4 years)
All scholarships above are renewable for three years of full-time undergraduate study, provided high academic standing is maintained in each academic year.
Eligibility:
To be considered for the Major International Scholarships, you must meet ALL of the following criteria:
⢠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 (not applicable to Tentanda Via Award)
⢠Must have an excellent academic record with a minimum âAâ average or equivalent
⢠Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in the arts, sports, or other areas of individual achievement
⢠Must upload one letter of recommendation or other supporting documents as applicable
⢠Must ensure all required documents are shown as âReceivedâ in the York application (MyFile), by 1 February 2025 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time
⢠Must complete and submit the online International Student Scholarship Application by 1 February 2025 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time
Application instructions:
To apply, you must complete the International Student Scholarship & Award Application form online. A 9-digit York reference number is required, which you will receive within 5 business days of applying to York. You must submit your application to York by 15 January 2025 at the latest. The deadline for applications is 1 February 2025.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
 Official Scholarship Website: http://futurestudents.yorku.ca/funding#intl