Minimize Expenses: Study in Canada on Scholarships

International student entrance awards can range from over $100,000 CAD to lower amounts. While I've previously covered the more prestigious, high-value scholarships, today I'll focus on other notable undergraduate scholarships for international students wishing to study in Canada, valued at approximately $24,000 to 40,000 CAD.

1. University of New Brunswick (UNB) Lady Vi Aitken Scholarship:

• Value: $40,000 CAD over four years ($10,000 per year).

• Eligibility: Top international students entering an undergraduate degree program at UNB. Selection is based on academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and community engagement.

• Details: Applicants must submit an entrance scholarship application by March 1 to be considered.

2. Wilfrid Laurier University Laurier Scholars Award:

• Value: Up to $40,000 CAD over four years.

• Eligibility: High-achieving international students entering their first year of undergraduate studies at Wilfrid Laurier University. Candidates should demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential.

• Details: This competitive scholarship requires a separate application, which opens on December 2, 2024, for fall 2025 entry. The application deadline is February 25, 2025.

3. Wilfrid Laurier University President's Gold Scholarship:

• Value: $6,000 CAD per year, totaling up to $24,000 CAD over four years.

• Eligibility: International students with an admission average of 95% or higher, entering their first year of undergraduate studies.

• Details: This scholarship is automatically renewable annually if the student maintains an annual GPA of 10.5 or higher, based on the completion of a minimum of 5.0 full credits during the previous academic year.

4. Wilfrid Laurier University Stay Golden at Laurier Scholarship:

• Value: Up to $24,000 CAD over four years (up to $30,000 CAD for approved five-year programs).

• Eligibility: International undergraduate students beginning their studies in fall 20245 or winter 2026 with an admission average of 80% or higher.

• Details: The scholarship offers a tiered structure based on admission average, with amounts ranging from $1,500 to $6,000 in the first year. In subsequent years, students can receive $5,000 annually, provided they maintain a minimum overall GPA of 10.0 (80%).

These scholarships are highly competitive and have specific application processes and deadlines. It's essential to consult the in-country representative in Pakistan for the above-mentioned international student scholarships and Canadian universities for detailed information and to ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying.