International Baccalureate Entrance Scholarships - University of Manitoba

These scholarships are offered to students who are entering university for the first time on the basis of the full International Baccaluareate Diploma.

7 award tiers will be set, with the required points and the amount of award determined annually. As an example, in 2006-2007, the tiers and the accompanying award values were as follows:

Tier I	43-44 points	$2,800
Tier II	40-42 points	$2,500
Tier III	37-39 points	$2,200
Tier IV	34-36 points	$1,900
Tier V	31-33 points	$1,600
Tier VI	28-30 points	$1,300
Tier VII	25-27 points	$1,100

Students who have already received a University of Manitoba Entrance Scholarship which is equal to or greater than the amount in their IB tier listed above will not receive any further funding. Students whose UM Entrance Scholarship amount is lower then their IB tier will receive an award for the difference.

This award is open to candidates from any province or country.

Candidates will require:

• Completion of the full diploma program, including completion of the course Theory of Knowledge, the extended essay and involvement in volunteer work through the CAS (extra-curricular, community services activities) component;
• A minimum grade of 4 or better on each of the three higher level and the three subsidiary level papers;
• Submission of IB results to the University of Manitoba Financial Aid and Awards Office by September 1st.

International Student Renewable Entrance Scholarship - University of Saskatchewan

International Student Renewable Entrance Scholarship

Value: $45,000 ($15,000 in Year 1, renewable at $10,000/year for Years 2, 3 and 4)

Number: 2

Eligibility: Open to International students entering any direct-entry college of the University of Saskatchewan. Scholarships are transferable between U of S colleges.

Selection:

* Academic achievement
* Demonstrated leadership
* Contributions to school and community life

Description of leadership and contributions to school and community life to be submitted via the online Application for International Student Renewable Entrance Scholarship.

Donor: University of Saskatchewan, through the International Student Awards Fund.

Other: Students will be eligible to have their award renewed for an additional three years, provided they meet the following criteria:

* have successfully completed a minimum of 24 credit units during the previous Fall and Winter terms;
* have maintained an average of at least 75% on all credit units attempted during the previous Fall and Winter terms.

If in any given year a recipient fails to meet the renewal criteria, he/she will not be eligible for consideration for the scholarship in any subsequent year.

Recipients will be guaranteed a spot in a U of S residence.

Apply: Application for International Student Renewable Entrance Scholarship.

Deadline: April 1

International Baccalaureate Certificate Entrance Scholarship - University of Regina

Deadline: March 15

Donor: University of Regina, Campion College, Luther College, First Nations University of Canada

Value: $1500

Number of scholarships: 5

Field(s) of Study: Entrance Awards

Year(s) Study: 1

Designation: International

Criteria:

Students entering an undergraduate program at the University of Regina, Campion College, Luther College, or First Nations University of Canada who meet the following criteria:

• direct entry from high school
• completing IB Certificate (one or more subjects)*
• weighted total of HL (higher level) and SL (standard level) grades
• registered and remain registered in a minimum of 12 credit hours throughout the term in which the scholarship is paid out

* International Baccalaureate Diploma students are not eligible

Contact details:

Student Awards and Financial Aid
University of Regina
Room 207 Administration-Humanities Building
Regina SK S4S 0A2
Tel: 306-585-5556; fax 306-585-5559

Application: Download Application form

Application Details:

Submit completed application to Student Awards and Financial Aid Office.

Scholastic Distinction (Entrance Citations) for International Students - University of Alberta

Field of Study: Open

Value: Variable from $15,000 to $20,000 - Payable over four years

Quantity available: Variable (Entrance or Transfer)

Conditions:
Awarded annually to students on study permit who are entering an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta from high school on the basis of superior academic achievement (minimum award average of ~95% or equivalent) in Grades 10, 11, and 12. Receipt of funding for the second, third, and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.5 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta each year.

Application procedure:
The competition will open on December 1, 2010 and the deadline to apply is February 15, 2011.

1) You must be nominated for this award by a school official, such as a guidance counselor. Download the nomination form (PDF)

2) Download the application form (PDF)

SFU Africa Entrance Scholarship

Simon Fraser University’s Africa Entrance Scholarship is targeted to high school students graduating from a secondary educational institution in Africa with the highest academic performance. Canadian citizens, permanent residents or international students can be eligible for this award. One scholarship is awarded annually every Fall term.

Criteria
Awards will be granted on the basis of demonstrated excellence in one or more of the following:
• academic achievement
• community service
• cultural contribution

For more information, download this application form on this link.

Canfor Annual Graduate Scholarship - University of Northern British Columbia

Canfor Annual Graduate Scholarship

Canfor Corporation is a leading integrated forest products company with strong roots in Northern British Columbia. As the largest BC producer of softwood lumber anf through its 50% ownership of CPLP Income Fund one of the largest market pulp producers in Canada, Canfor is committed to fostering growth and strengthening the communities that we call "home". the Confor Annual Awards commemorate Canfor's support of the university of Northern British Columbia and its students. They are awarded to students in recognition of academic excellence. it is Canfor's hope that these students will put their talents to work in communities throughout northern British Columbia.

Donor: Canfor Corporation

Value: $4,500

Number: One

Eligibility: Candidates must meet UNBC admission, enrolment and full-time attendance requirements in a UNBC Graduate Program. Candidates may be enroled in any program, but will be researching a public policy issue of particular relevance to residents and communities of northern BC. Successful candidates will have produced a research proposal/statement of research topic consistent with the values of Canfor Corporation.

Criteria: Academic excellence. Awarding of this scholarship will be based on the format used by NSERC and SSHRC for which the candidate's academic achievement, research proposal/statement of research topic, and references are reviewed.

Application Instructions: Candidates must include information on their research proposal/statement with their application.

Note: Selection of the recipient will be made by a committee chaired by Associate Dean of Graduate Programs. Recipients of these awards are ineligible for receipt of the Canfor Legacy Endowed Scholarships and Bursaries and vice versa.

The BMO Financial Group Diversity Scholarships at Ryerson University

The BMO Financial Group’s philanthropic investments include a variety of educational initiatives. They are committed to providing programs needed to benefit the broader community. The BMO Financial Group Diversity Scholarships at Ryerson University will provide enhanced access to post-secondary education for traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, international students, students with disabilities and aboriginal students.

There will be a total of up to 15 scholarships offered to students officially enrolled in a four-year full-time undergraduate degree program.

Criteria
■ must be from traditionally underrepresented groups including women, visible minorities, international students, students with disabilities and aboriginal students
■ officially enrolled in a four-year full-time undergraduate degree program
■ students entering 1st year with a minimum average of 80% in 6 U/M credits or equivalent will be considered for a $1000 scholarship – Deadline: October 1. Scholarships will be issued at the end of November.
■ students entering 1st year with a minimum average of 85% in 6 U/M credits or equivalent will be considered for a $2500 scholarship – Deadline: October 1. Scholarships will be issued at the end of November.
■ students currently enrolled in 1st, 2nd or 3rd year with a minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average will be considered for a $1000 scholarship – Deadline: March 1. All scholarships awarded will be deposited directly to students’ tuition fees, for the following academic year.
■ students currently enrolled in 1st, 2nd or 3rd year with a minimum 3.00 cumulative grade point average will be considered for a $2500 scholarship – Deadline: March 1. All scholarships awarded will be deposited directly to students’ tuition fees, for the following academic year.
■ demonstrated financial need reflected in the Budget Form submitted
■ submission of a personal letter (750 words or less) which describes both successes and challenges experienced while pursuing a postsecondary education and the importance of receiving this scholarship
Submit letter, completed budget form and signed FIPPA statement to:
Student Financial Assistance Office, Basement Podium Building, POD 59
Deadlines: For students entering first-year: October 1
For students currently in first, second and third year: March 1

Questions? Please email: awards@ryerson.ca