Application Deadline: January 10, 2026
LOCATION: Canada
Whether you’re a scholastic achiever, community leader or well-rounded student, the U of A awards $52 million each year in undergraduate scholarships, awards and financial support to all kinds of students. You could be starting with scholarships you don’t even have to apply for! You will be evaluated for these scholarships when you apply for admission. Your eligibility will be based on your high school admission average at the time of your admission offer. They’ll assess you for a match to the following and many more. If you are eligible for an admission-based scholarship, they will contact you directly.
ELIGIBILITY:
There are even more scholarships and awards for all types of students. Not sure what scholarships you’re eligible for? No problem! Fill out our single scholarship application and based on your background, experiences, academics and interests, we’ll assess you for a match to the following and many more.
You must apply to an undergraduate degree program before you can apply for any entrance scholarships. The deadline for application-based scholarships is January 10. Check out some of our tips about how to apply, or visit our scholarship application form to get started.
Offers will be made starting in early winter.
General International Undergraduate Scholarships at the University of Alberta:
| Scholarship Name | Type | Eligibility/Criteria | Value (in CAD) | Duration | Remarks |
| International Admission Scholarship | Admission-based | Top international students based on admission average | Up to $5,000 | One-time | Automatically awarded upon admission |
| Regional Excellence Scholarship | Admission-based | Top students from specific regions based on admission average | Up to $5,000 | One-time | Automatically awarded upon admission |
| Gold Standard Scholarship | Admission-based | Top 5% of students in each faculty based on admission average | Up to $6,000 | One-time | Automatically awarded upon admission |
| President’s International Distinction Scholarship | Application-based | Students with superior academics and leadership qualities entering first year on student visa | Up to $120,000 (over 4 years) | 4 years | 25 awards annually |
| Chan Pang Kuen Memorial International Distinction Scholarship | Application-based | High-achieving students with leadership qualities entering first year on student visa | Up to $120,000 (over 4 years) | 4 years | Merit and leadership-based |
| International Leader Scholarship | Application-based | Well-rounded students with superior academics and leadership roles | Up to $15,000 | One-time | Recognizes leadership and community involvement |
| May Quon Undergraduate Scholarship | Application-based | Chinese or Hong Kong citizens with strong academics and financial need | Up to $100,000 (over 4 years) | 4 years | Based on merit and need |
| Cora Martinson International Scholarship | Application-based | Students entering Augustana Faculty with top grades; preference for financial need | Up to $56,000 (over 4 years) | 4 years | Augustana-specific scholarship |
| University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship for IB Diploma Students | Application-based | IB Diploma students from Aga Khan Academies with strong academics and leadership | Up to $53,000 per year (max 4 years) | 4 years | For international students on student visa |
| Other University Awards | Admission/Application-based | Various criteria, including merit, leadership, and region | Variable | Varies | U of A awards over $52 million annually in scholarships |
Interested and eligible applicants for the University of Alberta Scholarships should:
To visit the scholarships webpage, click the button below.
Apply to the University of Alberta’s undergraduate degree programs.
When you apply for admission, your eligibility for these scholarships will be assessed.
Your high school admission average at the time of your acceptance offer will determine your eligibility. The following and many more will be evaluated by U of A.
You will be notified directly if you qualify for an admission-based scholarship.
BENEFIT:
International Admission Scholarship: Up to $5,000 (CAD)
Regional Excellence Scholarship: Up to CAD $5,000 based on admission average.
Gold Standard Scholarship: Up to CAD $6,000 based on admission average.
President’s International Distinction Scholarship: Up to $120,000 (over 4 years)
Chan Pang Kuen Memorial International Distinction Scholarship: Up to $120,000 (over 4 years)
International Leader Scholarship: Up to $15,000
May Quon Undergraduate Scholarship: Up to $100,000 (over 4 years)
Cora Martinson International Scholarship: Up to $56,000 (over 4 years)
University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship for IB Diploma Students: Up to $53,000 per year (max 4 years)
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