To explore scholarships and awards to help pay your tuition and fees, select the sentence below which best describes you.
*NEW $3,000 ACUFC Bursaries for FSL Learning
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Bursaries for postsecondary studies in French as a second language Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $3,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- This new program was established by the Government of Canada. Its aim is to encourage young English-speaking students to pursue their postsecondary studies in French. The objective is simple: Allow a greater number of English-speaking Canadians to become bilingual. Watch this video for more information.
To receive a bursary for postsecondary studies in French as a second language, one must:
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
- Have English as the first official language spoken;
- Have completed their secondary school studies in an English-language institution and graduated from this institution;
- Have reached the postsecondary level of education;
- Study full time in a Canadian institution during the current year;
- Be enrolled in the first year of a postsecondary study program in French;
- Be at least 17 years old on the first day of class;
- Demonstrate that they have sufficient knowledge of French to be able to study in that language.
- Intend to pursue full-time studies in a college or undergraduate university program in Canada, to take at least 50% of their courses and participate in related activities (placements and training activities in the community) in French.
Note: Special consideration will be given to students facing financial challenges and those who come from under-represented groups.
York Entrance Scholarships & Awards
Entrance scholarships, awards and bursaries available to Canadian high-school applicants are listed in the following table. For awards requiring an application, submit your MyFile application as noted below.
Some helpful tips:
- You do not need an offer of admission to apply for scholarships, awards and bursaries
- Complete the application early so that you are considered for the most awards possible — some scholarships close to applications as early as February 15
- The MyFile application closes April 1
- If you qualify for one of these awards listed, you will receive an e-mail or letter letting you know the name of the scholarship or award you have received and the value
- Click here to review the full award details in York's awards database. Note: Scholarship values are subject to change
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| York University Automatic Entrance Scholarships Application method: No award application required. NOTE FOR CÉGEP: Effective for Fall-Winter 2021, all students admitted with CÉGEP (one and two years) as their basis of admission will now be eligible to receive the automatic entrance scholarship if they meet the minimum GPA requirement. | $1000 – $16,000* |
Based on Final Admission Average:
Many high school applicants are admitted and offered entrance scholarships based on mid-year or “in-progress” results when their admission average is at or above 80%. All Entrance Scholarship amounts and eligibility are confirmed/finalized based on final grades.
95%+ (42-45 IB diploma points) – $4,000
90-94.9% (36-41 IB diploma points) - $2,500
85-89.9% (33-35 IB diploma points) - $1,500
80-84.9% (30-32 IB diploma points) - $1000
*Effective Fall/Winter 2022-2023, this scholarship is renewable at all tiers based on grade point average and course load requirements. To renew York University Automatic Entrance Scholarships, recipients must maintain a minimum 8.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) over a minimum of 24 credits taken during the entire academic year (previous Summer and Fall/Winter sessions).
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tentanda Via Award Application method: Domestic applicants apply via MyFile between November 1 and February 15 International applicants apply via the online application form between December 1 and February 3 | $40,000 ($10,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- The Tentanda Via Award has been created to recognize undergraduate students who: (a) Have had to face significant personal barriers, and who despite these challenges, have persevered and demonstrated fortitude and resilience in overcoming these personal barriers in the pursuit of a university education; or (b) Are student leaders/changemakers who are pushing boundaries by demonstrating commitment to progressive and sustainable development initiatives by making a difference regarding compelling issues of our time (either connected to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (‘SDGs’) or other complex issues).
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| President’s Scholarships Application method: No award application required. | $21,600 ($5,400 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to the top student in each Faculty entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study who have achieved the highest admission average (including prerequisites)
- This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance Scholarship
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Chancellor Cory Entrance Scholarship Application method: No award application required. | $16,000 ($4,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a student entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study who has achieved a minimum 90% admission average
- The recipient of this award is also eligible for the York University Automatic Entrance Scholarship
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Governors’ Awards of Distinction John Proctor Scholarship Alumni Award of Distinction Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. In addition, you must submit three letters of recommendation by mail. Deadline: February 15 | $32,000 ($8,000 x 4 years, plus cost of residence accommodation for first year, approx. $4,000) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a student entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study who has achieved a minimum 90% admission average
- Applicants must demonstrate accomplishments in community service, leadership, arts or sports, or excellence in other areas of individual endeavour which demonstrate the wholeness of the person and grace of character
- This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship
- Click on each award’s title above for full award details and application instructions
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| York University Awards of Achievement Application method: No award application required | $24,000 ($6,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Recipients are selected from applicants short-listed for the Governors’ Awards of Distinction.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Awards of Distinction Merit Scholarships Application method: No award application required | $2,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Recipients are selected from applicants short-listed for the Governors’ Awards of Distinction.
- This scholarship can be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Harry Arthurs Alumni Families Entrance Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. You must also submit three letters of recommendation and a letter outlining your relationship to a York University alumnus by mail. Deadline: February 15 | $24,000 ($6,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a student entering their first year of undergraduate study with a minimum 90% admission average
- Applicant must be a child, grandchild or sibling of a York alumnus/alumna
- Applicant must demonstrate a record of participation and leadership in extracurricular student life
- This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Avie Bennett Visionary Leadership Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. You must also submit your letters of recommendation and leadership project proposal by mail. Deadline: April 1 | $36,000 ($9,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a student entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study with a minimum 80% admission average
- Applicant must be a resident of Brampton (Ontario), demonstrate financial need, and have a proven commitment to service and society and a desire to continue that service as a leader while at York
- This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Honderich Bursary Application method: Apply via MyFile and contact your high school guidance office for the in-school application form. Deadline: April 1 | $32,000 ($8,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- For incoming high school students from James Cardinal McGuigan Secondary School, Emery Collegiate Institute, CW Jeffrey’s Secondary School and Westview Centennial Secondary School
- Recipients are guaranteed a summer job at the Toronto Star at the end of the first year
- This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship or the York Continuing Student Scholarship
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Avie Bennett Award Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: April 1 | $30,000 ($7,500 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a student entering their first year of undergraduate study with a minimum 75% admission average
- Applicant must be a resident of Brampton (Ontario) demonstrating financial need
- This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Chancellor Bennett Entrance Awards for the Westview Partnership Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. Deadline: April 1 | $28,000 ($7,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- For incoming high school students from Westview Centennial Secondary School, C.W. Jeffrey’s Collegiate Institute, Emery Collegiate Institute, James Cardinal McGuigan and North Albion Collegiate
- Applicants must have achieved a minimum admission average of 75 per cent and demonstrate financial need
- This scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the York University Automatic Entrance scholarship or the York Continuing Student Scholarship
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| York University Renewable Entrance Athletic Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service, and personal statement. Deadline: April 1 | $22,500 ($4,500 x 5 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a student entering their first year of full-time undergraduate study who has achieved a minimum 80% admission average
- This scholarship was established to support athletic and academic excellence
- This scholarship can be held in conjunction with other merit-based scholarships and awards however the value of all funding in which athletic ability is a criteria cannot exceed $4500 (or the value of tuition and compulsory fees) per year
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Various awards There are a variety of other entrance awards and bursaries for you to apply for! A detailed listing is available when you log into the scholarships, awards and bursaries application through MyFile. Deadline to apply: April 1 | $500-$4,000 |
Glendon Entrance Scholarships & Awards
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| LLIR 40th Anniversary Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile | $1,250 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to the top incoming Glendon student who graduated from an immersion or extended French program in Ontario. To be eligible, students must demonstrate financial need.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pearson Alumni Entrance Scholarship Application method: No award application required. | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a Canadian high school student entering Year 1 at Glendon with high academic standing
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ethel Harris Entrance Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to entering undergraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence and are applying to Glendon from outside of Ontario. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate financial need.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ron Triffon Entrance Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Application method: No award application required. |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a Year 1 Glendon student with high academic standing coming from a province east of Ontario (Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland & Labrador and Prince Edward Island)
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Perigoe Family Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to the top incoming Glendon student majoring in English demonstrating financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Club Richelieu Internship | $1,500 |
| Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities and community service. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a new full-time Glendon student in exchange for 100 hours of community service in their second language
- Recipient must demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities and financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Omer and Norah Deslauriers Internship | $1,500 |
| Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities and community service. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a new full-time Glendon student in exchange for 100 hours of community service in their second language
- Recipient must demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities and financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Bourse d’entrée pour les finissants des écoles de langue française de l’Ontario | $3,000 |
| Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to students entering directly from an Ontario French-language high school who demonstrate financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Roseann Runte Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service and personal statement. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to students entering their first year of studies who demonstrate high academic achievement and leadership
- Students must also show a commitment to bilingualism at the national or international level
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Escott Reid Entrance Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service and personal statement. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to an incoming Glendon student who demonstrates activity in international events through education, volunteerism or employment
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sarah and Joe Rainsberger Entrance Bursary for Home-Schooled Students | $1,000 |
| Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: personal statement. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to an incoming Glendon student who has been home schooled and who demonstrates financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| John M. Vincent Bursaries Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline to apply: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- The John M. Vincent Bursaries will be awarded to entering undergraduate students at Glendon Campus who demonstrate financial need. This award was established by John M. Vincent (BA '67) who attended Glendon College as a mature student. His positive experience and Glendon professors played a pivotal role in his education and ensuing 28- year career in the Canadian Trade Service (Foreign Affairs) and with the Canadian Department of Industry. He hopes this bursary will enable more students to broaden their knowledge and give them the good general grounding that he got from Glendon which prepared him for a career in public service.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
*NEW $3,000 ACUFC Bursaries for FSL Learning
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| ACUFC Bursaries for postsecondary studies in French as a second language Application method: Step 1: Check below to see if you qualify Step 2: Complete the application via MyFile by March 17 (EXTENDED) | $3,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- This new program was established by the Government of Canada. Its aim is to encourage young English-speaking students to pursue their postsecondary studies in French. The objective is simple: Allow a greater number of English-speaking Canadians to become bilingual. Watch this video for more information.
To receive a bursary for postsecondary studies in French as a second language, one must:
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
- Have English as the first official language spoken;
- Have completed their secondary school studies in an English-language institution and graduated from this institution;
- Have reached the postsecondary level of education;
- Study full time in a Canadian institution during the current year;
- Be enrolled in the first year of a postsecondary study program in French;
- Be at least 17 years old on the first day of class;
- Demonstrate that they have sufficient knowledge of French to be able to study in that language.
- Intend to pursue full-time studies in a college or undergraduate university program in Canada, to take at least 50% of their courses and participate in related activities (placements and training activities in the community) in French.
Note: Special consideration will be given to students facing financial challenges and those who come from under-represented groups.
Bourse d’entrée de York
Entrance scholarships, awards and bursaries available to Canadian college/university transfer or mature applicants are listed in the following table. For awards requiring an application, submit your MyFile application as noted below.
NOTE FOR CÉGEP: Effective for Fall-Winter 2021, all students admitted with CÉGEP (one and two years) as their basis of admission will now be eligible to receive the automatic entrance scholarship if they meet the minimum GPA requirement. Please see the “I AM A CANADIAN HIGH SCHOOL APPLICANT” tab.
Some helpful tips:
- You do not need an offer of admission to apply for scholarships, awards and bursaries
- Complete the application early so that you are considered for the most awards possible — some scholarships close to applications as early as February 15
- The MyFile application closes April 1 *EXTENDED
- If you qualify for one of these awards listed, you will receive an e-mail or letter letting you know the name of the scholarship or award you have received and the value
- Full award and eligibility details are available by clicking the award name. Note: Scholarship values are subject to change
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tentanda Via Award Application method: Domestic applicants apply via MyFile between November 1 and February 1 International applicants apply via the online application form between December 1 and February 15 | $40,000 ($10,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- The Tentanda Via Award has been created to recognize undergraduate students who: (a) Have had to face significant personal barriers, and who despite these challenges, have persevered and demonstrated fortitude and resilience in overcoming these personal barriers in the pursuit of a university education; or (b) Are student leaders/changemakers who are pushing boundaries by demonstrating commitment to progressive and sustainable development initiatives by making a difference regarding compelling issues of our time (either connected to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (‘SDGs’) or other complex issues).
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| York University Mature Student Entrance Scholarship Application method: Submit a detailed, personal Mature Student letter for review along with your admission application. | $3,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to students with a record of outstanding achievement who are admitted under the mature student basis of admission
- Selection will be based on strong academic performance or work history, community or volunteer experience and personal development as well as clearly outlined interests and goals for university studies
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Provost’s Award Application method: No award application required. | $500 – $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to Ontario College and Ontario University Transfer applicants who have completed one year of full–time post–secondary study or equivalent within the past three years
- Candidates will be assessed on their most recent post secondary studies only. Applicants who have previously completed a university degree are excluded
- Applicants must be admitted to an undergraduate degree program at York and meet the award’s published grade point average(s)
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
Glendon Entrance Scholarships & Awards
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Quebec Entrance Scholarship Application method: No award application required. | $7,500 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to students from CEGEP who hold the DEC
- Recipient must have achieved the highest admission average and must be eligible for admission to second year of their program at Glendon.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| *NEW Glendon Transfer Award Application method: No award application required. | $2,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to Ontario College and Ontario University Transfer applicants who have completed one year of full–time post–secondary study or equivalent within the past three years
- Candidates will be assessed on their most recent post-secondary studies only. Applicants who have previously completed a university degree are excluded. These applicants must be admitted to Glendon with academic standing of B+ / 75% and higher for college transfers. B / 70% for university transfers (or equivalent in your curriculum’s grading scale). Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ethel Harris Entrance Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $10,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to entering undergraduate students who demonstrate academic excellence and are applying to Glendon from a high school or CEGEP outside of Ontario. Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate financial need.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ron Triffon Entrance Scholarship Application method: No award application required. | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a Year 1 Glendon student with high academic standing coming from a province east of Ontario (Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland & Labrador and Prince Edward Island)
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Perigoe Family Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to the top incoming Glendon student majoring in English demonstrating financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Club Richelieu Internship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities and community service. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,500 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a new full-time Glendon student in exchange for 100 hours of community service in their second language
- Recipient must demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities and financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Omer and Norah Deslauriers Internship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities and community service. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,500 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to a new full-time Glendon student in exchange for 100 hours of community service in their second language
- Recipient must demonstrate academic achievement, involvement in extracurricular activities and financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Roseann Runte Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service and personal statement. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to students entering their first year of studies who demonstrate high academic achievement and leadership
- Students must also show a commitment to bilingualism at the national or international level
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Escott Reid Entrance Scholarship Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: extracurricular activities, community service and personal statement. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to an incoming Glendon student who demonstrates activity in international events through education, volunteerism or employment
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Sarah and Joe Rainsberger Entrance Bursary for Home-Schooled Students Application method: Apply via MyFile and complete the following sections: personal statement. Deadline: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to an incoming Glendon student who has been home schooled and who demonstrates financial need
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| John M. Vincent Bursaries Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline to apply: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- The John M. Vincent Bursaries will be awarded to entering undergraduate students at Glendon Campus who demonstrate financial need. This award was established by John M. Vincent (BA '67) who attended Glendon College as a mature student. His positive experience and Glendon professors played a pivotal role in his education and ensuing 28- year career in the Canadian Trade Service (Foreign Affairs) and with the Canadian Department of Industry. He hopes this bursary will enable more students to broaden their knowledge and give them the good general grounding that he got from Glendon which prepared him for a career in public service.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
York Entrance Scholarships & Awards
Explore the resources below for details on financial assistance available to international applicants.
Some helpful tips:
- Scholarships and awards for international students are limited and you should be prepared to support yourself throughout your studies at York
- Awards which do not require an application are noted with “no award application required” — you are automatically considered for them
- For awards requiring an application, complete the International Student Scholarship & Award Application early.
- The application closes by February 1, 2022 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time.
- US students: It is possible to transfer your government-funded FAFSA loans to assist you when studying at Glendon Campus. York University’s FAFSA code is G07679.
York International Scholarships Requiring an Application
By submitting the International Student Scholarship & Award Application, you will be considered for the scholarships listed below except for the Tentanda Via Award (you must specifically select the Tentanda Via Award on the application form to be considered):
These scholarships and awards are for applicants with an exceptional academic profile, and who demonstrate leadership through community service or excellence in the arts or sport. Students do not need an offer of admission to apply for York entrance awards and scholarships.
Note: Scholarship values are subject to change.
Important dates:
- December 1, 2022 – The Fall/Winter 2023-2024 application will open, full details on the scholarships below will be available.
- February 3, 2023 – Deadline to submit your International Student Scholarship & Award Application form.
Requirements:
- Must have a 9-digit York reference number, which you will receive within 5 business days of applying for admission to York. You must submit your application to York by January 15, 2023 at the latest.
- Must be an international student who is required to have a Study Permit to study in Canada
- Must have applied to an undergraduate degree program at York that begins in Fall 2023
- Must have applied to York directly from high school no more than two years after graduation, and have no previous university or college studies
- Must have an excellent academic record with a minimum “A” average or equivalent
- Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in the arts, sports, or other areas of individual achievement
- Must be nominated by their high school (schools may nominate one student only)
- The nominated student will be considered for the International Entrance Scholarship of Distinction, the Global Leader of Tomorrow Award, the International Circle of Scholars Scholarships, and the York University Academic Excellence Scholarships
- Candidates must speak to their school guidance counsellor, principal, or administration about the York International Student Scholarship & Award Application, and receive confirmation that they are the individual from that school who has been nominated
- The candidate must then provide the name, position, e-mail, and phone number of the nominator in the application form
- Must upload one letter of recommendation
- Must ensure all required documents are shown as “Received” in the York application (MyFile), by February 1, 2023 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time
- Must complete and submit the online International Student Scholarship Application by February 3, 2022 at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time
By submitting the International Student Scholarship & Award Application, you will be considered for all of the scholarships listed below:
President’s International Scholarship of Excellence
$180,000 ($45,000 x 4 years)
Twenty (20) of these scholarships are awarded per year, valued at $45,000/year. It is renewable for an additional three years of full-time undergraduate study if the student maintains good academic standing each year, bringing it to a total of $180,000 over four years.
International Entrance Scholarship of Distinction
$140,000 ($35,000 x 4 years)
Three (3) of these scholarships are awarded per year, valued at $35,000/year. It is renewable for an additional three years of full-time undergraduate study if the student maintains high academic standing each year, bringing it to a total of $140,000 over four years.
Global Leader of Tomorrow Award for International Students
$80,000 ($20,000 x 4 years)
Two (2) of these scholarships are awarded per year, valued at $20,000/year. It is renewable for an additional three years of full-time undergraduate study if the student maintains high academic standing each year, bringing it to a total of $80,000 over four years.
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tentanda Via Award Application method: International applicants apply via the online application form between December 1 and February 3 | $120,000 ($30,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- The Tentanda Via Award has been created to recognize undergraduate students who: (a) Have had to face significant personal barriers, and who despite these challenges, have persevered and demonstrated fortitude and resilience in overcoming these personal barriers in the pursuit of a university education; or (b) Are student leaders/changemakers who are pushing boundaries by demonstrating commitment to progressive and sustainable development initiatives by making a difference regarding compelling issues of our time (either connected to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (‘SDGs’) or other complex issues).
- Fifteen (15) of these awards are awarded per year, valued at $30,000/year. It is renewable for an additional three years of full-time undergraduate study if the student maintains good academic standing each year, bringing it to a total of $120,000 over four years.
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
International Circle of Scholar’s Scholarship
$15,000
One (1) of these scholarships is awarded per year, valued at $15,000. It is for $15,000 towards a student’s first year of study.
York University Academic Excellence Scholarships for International Students
$5,000-10,000
Five (5) to 10 of these scholarships are awarded per year, valued at $5,000 to $10,000. It is for $5,000 to $10,000 towards a student’s first year of study.
Glendon Entrance Scholarships & Awards
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| NEW Glendon International Excellence Scholarship Application method: Fill out the Glendon International Scholarship Application and send by e-mail to finance@glendon.yorku.ca. Deadline: April 1 | $40,000 ($10,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Must be an international student who requires a permit to study in Canada.
- High school applicants only. No previous college or university experience allowed.
- You must first apply to study for an undergraduate Glendon program starting Fall 2022.
- Minimum academic standing of “A” (or equivalent) average grade required.
- Community service, art or sport achievement or other individual achievement required.
- One letter of recommendation from your high school teacher or school counsellor required.
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| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Glendon International Scholarship Application method: Fill out the Glendon International Scholarship Application and send by e-mail to finance@glendon.yorku.ca. Deadline: April 1 | $5,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to an incoming international student admitted to Glendon with good academic standing (80% and higher, B+ or equivalent)
- Applicants must demonstrate great leadership potential and/or financial need
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| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| The Annie Demirjian ’77 Scholarship Application method: Fill out the Glendon International Scholarship Application and send by e-mail to finance@glendon.yorku.ca. Deadline: April 1 | $5,000 – $10,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- Awarded to an incoming international student admitted to Glendon with top academic standing (85% and higher)
- Applicants must demonstrate great leadership potential and/or financial need
- Preference will be given to Francophone applicants
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Entrance scholarships, awards and bursaries available to Aboriginal applicants are listed in the following table. For awards requiring an application, submit the application via MyFile as noted below.
Some helpful tips:
- You do not need an offer of admission to apply for scholarships, awards and bursaries
- Complete the application early so that you are considered for the most awards possible
- The MyFile application closes April 1
- If you qualify for one of these awards listed, you will receive an e-mail or letter letting you know the name of the scholarship or award you have received and the value
- Full award and eligibility details are available by clicking the award name. Note: Scholarship values are subject to change
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Award for Aboriginal Students Application method: Apply via MyFile and indicate your Provincial Territorial Organization affiliation in the personal statement section. Deadline: April 1 | $28,000 ($7,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Available to students of Aboriginal ancestry with one award recipient selected from each of the Provincial Territorial Organizations in Ontario (currently Nishnabwe-Aski Nation, Ontario Federation of Indian Friendship Centres, Anishinabek Nation, Union of Ontario Indians, Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians, Grand Council Treaty No. 3, Métis Nation of Ontario)
- Recipients must be Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons and residents of Ontario who demonstrate financial need and who present a minimum admission average of 70 per cent
- Recipients of the award will be required to take part in a mentorship program
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| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| York Entrance Bursary for Aboriginal Students Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline: April 1 | $8,800 ($2,200 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- Available to status and non-status undergraduate students of Aboriginal ancestry who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons and are residents of Ontario who demonstrate financial need
- The bursary is renewable for a maximum of three additional years provided the student maintains a cumulative grade point average of 5.00 (C+) and enrolment in a minimum of 18 credits
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| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tentanda Via Award Application method: Domestic applicants apply via MyFile between November 1 and February 15 International applicants apply via the online application form between December 1 and February 3 | $40,000 ($10,000 x 4 years) |
Award description at a glance:
- The Tentanda Via Award has been created to recognize undergraduate students who: (a) Have had to face significant personal barriers, and who despite these challenges, have persevered and demonstrated fortitude and resilience in overcoming these personal barriers in the pursuit of a university education; or (b) Are student leaders/changemakers who are pushing boundaries by demonstrating commitment to progressive and sustainable development initiatives by making a difference regarding compelling issues of our time (either connected to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (‘SDGs’) or other complex issues).
- Click here to review the full award details in York’s awards database
| Award | Amount |
|---|---|
| John M. Vincent Bursaries Application method: Apply via MyFile Deadline to apply: March 17 (EXTENDED) | $1,000 |
Award description at a glance:
- The John M. Vincent Bursaries will be awarded to entering undergraduate students at Glendon Campus who demonstrate financial need. This award was established by John M. Vincent (BA '67) who attended Glendon College as a mature student. His positive experience and Glendon professors played a pivotal role in his education and ensuing 28- year career in the Canadian Trade Service (Foreign Affairs) and with the Canadian Department of Industry. He hopes this bursary will enable more students to broaden their knowledge and give them the good general grounding that he got from Glendon which prepared him for a career in public service.
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You are strongly encouraged to explore any other sections on this page which also apply to you.
The scholarships and awards listed above are for future students. In addition, once you become a Glendon student, you could be eligible for various current student bursaries, scholarships and awards. This includes the Glendon Student Engagement Awards which proudly recognize outstanding contributions to our community and leadership in academics.