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UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA GENERAL INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS

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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 NameTypeEligibility/CriteriaValue (in CAD)DurationRemarks
International Admission ScholarshipAdmission-basedTop international students based on admission averageUp to $5,000One-timeAutomatically awarded upon admission
Regional Excellence ScholarshipAdmission-basedTop students from specific regions based on admission averageUp to $5,000One-timeAutomatically awarded upon admission
Gold Standard ScholarshipAdmission-basedTop 5% of students in each faculty based on admission averageUp to $6,000One-timeAutomatically awarded upon admission
President’s International Distinction ScholarshipApplication-basedStudents with superior academics and leadership qualities entering first year on student visaUp to $120,000 (over 4 years)4 years25 awards annually
Chan Pang Kuen Memorial International Distinction ScholarshipApplication-basedHigh-achieving students with leadership qualities entering first year on student visaUp to $120,000 (over 4 years)4 yearsMerit and leadership-based
International Leader ScholarshipApplication-basedWell-rounded students with superior academics and leadership rolesUp to $15,000One-timeRecognizes leadership and community involvement
May Quon Undergraduate ScholarshipApplication-basedChinese or Hong Kong citizens with strong academics and financial needUp to $100,000 (over 4 years)4 yearsBased on merit and need
Cora Martinson International ScholarshipApplication-basedStudents entering Augustana Faculty with top grades; preference for financial needUp to $56,000 (over 4 years)4 yearsAugustana-specific scholarship
University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship for IB Diploma StudentsApplication-basedIB Diploma students from Aga Khan Academies with strong academics and leadershipUp to $53,000 per year (max 4 years)4 yearsFor international students on student visa
Other University AwardsAdmission/Application-basedVarious criteria, including merit, leadership, and regionVariableVariesU 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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LAND IS LIFE OPEN CALL: INDIGENOUS WOMEN’S PROGRAM FELLOWSHIP 2026

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Application Deadline:  November 5, 2025

LOCATION: USA

Land is Life invites Indigenous women leaders who are driving change in their communities to apply. They welcome proposals with clear and achievable goals that demonstrate a strong commitment to advancing Indigenous Peoples’ rights, gender equality, and community well-being.

ELIGIBILITY:

Designed and led by Indigenous women, the program supports Indigenous women and their organisations in Africa, Asia, and throughout the Americas in effectively asserting their individual and collective rights to access, use, and control land and natural resources; to improve their livelihoods; and to promote and protect their peoples’ entitlements.

Under our Indigenous Women’s Program, the year-long fellowship nurtures the next generation of Indigenous women leaders by supporting those who are taking innovative steps that contribute to gender equality, the well-being of their communities, and the recognition of their land and resource rights.

Indigenous women between 18 and 35 years old

The applicant should not have been a former Land is Life fellow.

Design and implement a community project to be completed within 10 months.

Support their communities in advancing the promotion and protection of Indigenous Peoples’ rights, with particular attention to the rights of Indigenous women and girls.

Actively participate in monthly training sessions and peer-learning activities.

Fill out the application form.

Develop a community project that promotes the rights of Indigenous Peoples, with particular attention to the rights of Indigenous women and girls. The project can address a range of key issues, including capacity building, biodiversity conservation, climate action, participation in decision-making, improved livelihoods, governance, and leadership development.

In case you are unable to complete the form, please apply by video. Here’s how to do it:

Review the questions in the application form and clearly answer each of them in the video.

Record a video of up to 15 minutes in English, French, or Spanish.

Make sure to answer all questions in the application form.

At the end of your video, provide your oral acceptance of the terms and conditions, since we cannot obtain your written signature.

Save your video preferably in mp3/mp4 format and send it to us info@landislife.org

BENEFIT:

Personalized mentoring from Indigenous women leaders with proven experience advancing Indigenous Peoples’ rights.

Funding and technical support (up to $3,000 USD) to design and implement a community-level project.

A stipend of $3,600 USD to support your participation throughout the program.

Knowledge sharing through monthly trainings on key topics related to Indigenous Peoples’ rights.

Leadership development to strengthen Indigenous women’s voices and decision-making power.

Networking opportunities to build or strengthen alliances with local, regional, and global partners and allies.

Advocacy support to participate in national and international decision-making spaces.

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