2024 Application Guide for Saint Mary's University David Wang Award

APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED, RE-OPENS IN OCT/NOV

Scholarship Awarding University: 

Type of degree: 
Bachelor’s 

Scholarship Deadline: 
Applications for this scholarship will end on the 1st of April, 2024

Scholarship Summary: 
Saint Mary’s University gratefully acknowledges the generosity of Mr. David Wang in providing eight scholarships per year to academically talented Chinese students enrolled in a Canadian curriculum high school in China.

Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
To be eligible for consideration, applicants must;
i. Be enrolled (Grade 12) in Canadian curriculum high school in China
ii. Have 80% or higher admission average
iii. Plan to enrol in full time undergraduate degree studies, or Intensive English Language Programs at The Language Centre (at Saint Mary’s University).

Value of Scholarship: 
There are eight David Wang awards each year valued at $5,000 CAD per year / per student (to a maximum of $20,000 CAD per student).

A minimum 2.5 GPA (and full-time enrolment at Saint Mary’s University) is required for renewal.

Scholarship Application Guide: 
To apply;
i. Submit a complete application for admission to the University; students must be accepted or conditionally accepted by Saint Mary’s University before applying for these awards.
ii. Complete the David Wang Scholarship Application Form and submit it to: recruitment@smu.ca, subject line: David Wang Scholarship Application

The following documents are also required, along with the application;
  • Letter of recommendation from a high school Counselor, Principal or Teacher
  • A 500-750 word essay (in English) outlining why you wish to study in Canada, and at Saint Mary’s University
Scholarship Website: 
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the Saint Mary’s University Entrance Scholarship Page.