Application are currently ongoing for the University of Alberta Undergraduate Scholarships 2027 which provides eligible students with financial support for their studies in Canada starting from the 2027 academic year. Eligible applicants can compete for several awards, including scholarships worth up to CAD $120,000 over four years.
The University of Alberta Undergraduate Scholarships 2027 offers suitably qualified students with a financial support towards an undergraduate degree for up to four years. With more than CAD $53 million awarded annually in Undergraduate Scholarships and financial support, the University of Alberta offers both admission-based awards and application-based scholarships requiring a separate application.
Admission-based scholarships
There is no scholarship application required, your eligibility will be based on your high school admission average at the time of your admission offer. These scholarships includes:
- International Admission Scholarship: Eligible students could receive up to CAN $10,000 based on admission average.
- Regional Excellence Scholarship: Eligible students from certain regions could receive up to CAN $5,000 based on admission average.
Note: The two awards above are intended for eligible international students attending high school in Canada on a study permit.
Application-based scholarships
This type requires an application so you are advised to apply early. Fill out the single scholarship application and you will be assessed for a match to the following scholarships below based on your background, experiences, academics and interests:
- President’s International Distinction Scholarship: Each year 25 students with a superior admission average and demonstrated leadership qualities entering their first year of an undergraduate degree on a student visa permit receive up to CAN $120,000 (payable over 4 years).
- Chan Pang Kuen Memorial International Distinction Scholarship: Students with a superior admission average and demonstrated leadership qualities entering their first year of an undergraduate degree on a student visa permit receive up to CAN $120,000 (payable over 4 years).
- International Leader Scholarship: This scholarship recognizes and rewards well-rounded applicants with superior academics based on their leadership roles and accomplishments in their school, community organizations, extracurricular activities or even in their workplace. Recipients may receive up to CAN $15,000.
- May Quon Undergraduate Scholarship: Students with a superior admission average and self-declared financial need entering their first year of an undergraduate degree on a student visa permit who are Chinese or Hong Kong citizens could receive up to CAN $100,000 (payable over 4 years).
- Cora Martinson International Scholarship: Students with superior academic achievement entering any year of an undergraduate degree program at Augustana Faculty on a student visa permit could receive up to CAN $56,000 (payable over 4 years). Selection is based on academic standing with preference given to students with indicated financial need.
- University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship for IB Diploma International Students from the Aga Khan Academy: Students with superior academics, strong International Baccalaureate Diploma academic standing, indicated financial need and demonstrated leadership who will be entering their first year of an undergraduate degree program from Aga Khan Academies operating under the AKA agency of the Aga Khan Development Network, who will be studying in Canada on a student visa permit could receive their total cost of tuition and non-instructional fees for four years, and up to $28,000 per year for living expenses.
Note: The deadline for application-based scholarships is January 10. Check out some of the tips about how to apply or visit the scholarship application form to get started.
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be applying for admission to an eligible undergraduate degree programme.
- Be entering their first year of full-time undergraduate studies in September 2027.
- Meet the academic admission requirements of their chosen programme.
- Demonstrate excellent academic performance.
- Show leadership achievements where required.
- Meet any additional nationality, residency, financial need or programme-specific requirements.
Note: Some scholarships have additional eligibility restrictions, so applicants should review the conditions of their preferred awards.
Method of Application
To apply for the University of Alberta Undergraduate Scholarships 2027, visit the University of Alberta Admissions Portal, select your preferred programme and submit your application.
After applying, you will receive your Campus Computing ID (CCID) and password within two to three business days. Log in to the Awards Hub using your CCID and provide details of your academic achievements, leadership experience and other relevant qualifications. Complete any additional applications displayed for which you are eligible.
Finally, review your information and submit the completed scholarship application before January 10, 2027.
Application Deadline: January 10, 2027.
For More Information: Visit the Scholarship Website.
