✨ Should I Apply for University of Alberta International Student Admission Scholarship?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
72%
Eligibility Match
20%
Win Probability
6/10
Difficulty
7/10
Reward Score
20–35 hrs
Time Required
Competitive
Competition
🌍 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Up to $5,000 CAD
⏱
Duration
One-time award
🗓
Deadline
January 12 (Annual)
🌐
Fields
All undergraduate degree programs
🏆
Awards/Year
Varies based on annual funding
🌏
Study Country
Canada
🏛️
Provider
University of Alberta
📊
Acceptance
Check official website
The University of Alberta International Student Admission Scholarship is a prestigious award designed to attract high-achieving international students from around the world. Recipients are selected based on their high school academic record. This scholarship is part of a larger suite of entrance awards offered by the university to support global diversity and academic excellence on campus.
👥 Who Should Apply
Candidates must be international students with superior academic achievement in their high school curriculum, entering their first year of a bachelor's degree.
🤝 Sponsor
University of Alberta Office of the Registrar
🌐 Fields of Study
All undergraduate degree programs
✨ Key Benefits
This scholarship provides a one-time payment of up to $5,000 CAD to top international students entering their first year of an undergraduate degree. It is primarily applied toward tuition fees.
✈️ Travel: No🏠 Accommodation: No💊 Health Insurance: No🔄 Renewable: No💳 App Fee: Varies ($125 CAD university application fee applies)
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Partial (credited towards tuition fees)
🏠 Living Stipend
No
🏡 Accommodation
No
✈️ Travel Allowance
No
💊 Health Insurance
No
🎁 Other Benefits
Automatic consideration for other entrance awards upon university admission application.
🔄 Renewable
No
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
International students entering an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta on a Student Permit.
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate
📊 Minimum GPA
3.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent 90% average)
🗣️ English Requirement
Must meet UAlberta ELP requirements (e.g., IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90 iBT)
💼 Work Experience
Not required
🏆 Leadership
Not required for this specific admission award
💰 Financial Need
Not required
🎯 Target Students
International Students
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
No (Automatic consideration)
Rec Letters
No
Interview
No
Application Fee
Varies ($125 CAD university application fee applies)
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
No Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Must meet UAlberta ELP requirements (e.g., IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90 iBT)
Interview: No
Min GPA: 3.5 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent 90% average)
📋 Application Process
Apply for admission to the University of Alberta as early as possible. Most international entrance scholarships are awarded automatically based on your admission average.
💡 Insider Tip: Ensure all official transcripts and English proficiency scores are submitted before the document deadline to remain eligible for consideration.
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
October 1 (Annual)
⏰ Deadline
January 12 (Annual)
🎤 Interview
No
🎓 Study Starts
September (Fall Intake)
October 1 (Annual)
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
January 12 (Annual)
Application Deadline
Submit complete application — no late entries
No
Shortlisting & Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
September (Fall Intake)
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Primarily based on academic excellence and admission average calculated at the time of the admission offer.
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Partial Funding
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🇺🇸 / 🇨🇦 P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship (IPS)
Candidates must be international students with superior academic achievement in their high school curriculum, entering their first year of a bachelor's degree.
This scholarship covers: This scholarship provides a one-time payment of up to $5,000 CAD to top international students entering their first year of an undergraduate degree. It is primarily applied toward tuition fees.. Coverage may vary — check the official website for exact details.
The deadline is January 12 (Annual). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Competitive. Acceptance rate: Check official website. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
No
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, Must meet UAlberta ELP requirements (e.g., IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90 iBT), No recommendation letters, CV. Check official website for the complete list.