Recent announcements on the Canadian Bachelor’s degree scholarship program for 2023–2024 are coming from the University of British Columbia. What, then, qualifies you for a UBC bachelor’s degree scholarship? The group wants to give fifty prizes to academically gifted and financially worthy kids worldwide. This award is further broken down into four different categories.

The international scholars at UBC have the power to alter the course of history. High academic achievers who have excelled in extracurricular activities, expressed a desire to affect change throughout the world and committed to supporting their schools and communities.

• Opportunity type: Fully Funded
• Opportunity: Scholarship
• Scholarship Level: Bachelor’s degree
• Location: Canada
• No. of opportunity: 50 Scholarships
• Application type: Online
• Gender: Male and Female
• Deadline: 15th November or 1st December (annual)

Earn a globally recognized degree at a top university

A UBC degree opens doors and connects you to a vast alumni network across the globe.

Study with the brightest students in the world

You’ll join a community of engaged and supportive young leaders and study among the best and the brightest. You and your fellow Scholars will enrich UBC and the global community with your diverse perspectives, committed involvement, and innovative initiatives.

Take advantage of unique learning opportunities

You’ll have access to numerous opportunities inside and outside the classroom that will enrich your university experience:

• Community-based experiential learning projects can help you apply your academic interests to the needs and issues of the local or global community.
• Annual retreats will help you connect with your community while you plan for the year ahead and develop your leadership skills.
• An annual workshop series will provide leadership, community development, career preparation, and networking opportunities throughout your degree.
• Receptions and celebratory events are hosted throughout each year to recognize your achievements and connect you to the Scholar’s community on campus.
• Study-abroad exchange programs can take you to emerging countries where you’ll address local challenges in health, agriculture, social infrastructure, education, and sustainable development.

Access dedicated advising and support

You’ll be supported by a team of dedicated International Scholars Program advisors throughout your degree, plus a  network of staff from across UBC’s faculties and services who will encourage your academic, personal, and career development.

Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award

This prize honors outstanding incoming foreign undergraduate candidates who exhibit remarkable academic success and leadership qualities that uplift others through teamwork, empathetic listening, and active participation. It honors students who have excelled in other academic or extracurricular activities while also having made a positive difference via their participation in a variety of school and community service projects and initiatives.

Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award

This prize honors exceptional foreign undergraduate students from underdeveloped or conflict-torn regions who have excelled academically despite difficult circumstances and who would not be able to attend college without substantial financial aid. Students should have leadership potential as well as a genuine desire to improve their communities.

International Impact Award

This honor is given to outstanding students who have shown leadership qualities, dedication to protecting the environment, preserving natural resource use, promoting social justice, equity, and inclusion, or promoting societal health and wellbeing. First-generation students and those with different racial or ethnic backgrounds are given preference.

Vantage One Excellence Award

For academically exceptional overseas students who do not yet achieve the English Language Admission Standard for direct admission to UBC, UBC Vantage College offers this scholarship. The prizes come in a variety of amounts that might cover all of a student’s tuition, fees, and living expenses. The ability to lead others, actively participate in student life and volunteer work, and achieve distinction in other academic and extracurricular activities are all requirements for students.

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