The University of British Columbia (UBC) in Canada is currently accepting applications for the 2026 UBC International Scholars Program.
This fully funded undergraduate scholarship covers tuition and provides additional support for living expenses for eligible international students.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: November 15, 2025
Scholarship Details
The UBC International Scholars Program is an annual undergraduate scholarship opportunity offered by the University of British Columbia to academically outstanding international students.
The scholarship is both need- and merit-based and is aimed at supporting students who would not otherwise be able to afford an education at UBC. It is renewable for up to three additional years or until completion of the degree, whichever comes first, provided that the recipient maintains good academic standing and continues to demonstrate financial need.
UBC offers four distinct awards under this program:
- Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award, for students with strong academic records and outstanding leadership qualities.
- Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award, for students from conflict zones or economically disadvantaged areas who have shown academic excellence despite challenging circumstances.
- International Impact Award, for students committed to solving global challenges in areas such as sustainability, equity, health, or social justice.
- Vantage One Excellence Award, for students with strong academic records who do not yet meet UBC’s English Language Admission Standard.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the UBC International Scholars Program 2026, applicants must:
- Be international students who will be studying in Canada on a Canadian study permit
- Be entering UBC directly from secondary school or transferring from the first year of post-secondary studies
- Have completed secondary school no earlier than one gap year before the intended start date (e.g., for 2026 entry, no earlier than November 2024)
- Be applying for their first undergraduate degree
- Demonstrate excellent academic performance (generally all A grades or equivalent)
- Show financial need that would prevent them from pursuing a UBC degree without external assistance
- Meet UBC’s admission criteria, including both general and program-specific requirements, as well as English language requirements
Scholarship Benefits
Selected students under the UBC International Scholars Program will receive:
- Full tuition coverage
- Coverage of student fees
- Support for living expenses
- Renewable funding for up to three additional years (subject to academic performance and continued financial need)
Required Documents
Applicants will need to submit the following:
- School nomination and reference letter from an academic referee
- Financial information
- Details of extracurricular involvement and achievements
- UBC undergraduate admissions application
How to Apply
To apply for the UBC International Scholars Program 2026:
- Review the official application guide for the International Scholars Program
- Select your preferred UBC program and campus (only your first-choice program is considered for the award)
- Ensure your program choice is eligible (some degrees such as Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, and dual/joint degrees are not eligible)
- Obtain a nomination from your school or a recognized non-profit organization
- Prepare your reference letter and gather required financial documentation
- Complete and submit the scholarship application by November 15, 2025
- Submit your general UBC admission application by December 1, 2025
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