Scholarship Awarding University:
Type of degree:
Master’s
Scholarship Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
Scholarship Summary:
The International Master’s Award of Excellence will be awarded to eligible international master’s students normally entering a research-based graduate program at the University of Waterloo. Faculties will nominate eligible students based on the Faculty’s award allocation. Students will be selected based on academic excellence as demonstrated through their application for admission to the graduate program.
Scholarship Applicant Criteria:
The set criteria for eligibility include;
• International students with a valid Canadian study permit who are registered full time and assessed international tuition fees.
• Normally given to students in research-based programs (thesis or major research paper).
• Will normally only be given to students entering the first term of their program (term 1.0).
• Students must demonstrate academic excellence through criteria established by the Faculty.
• Students must meet the academic progress requirements of their program and not have outstanding probationary admission requirements.
Value of Scholarship:
The International Master’s Award of Excellence is valued at CAD$2,500 per term for a maximum of five full-time terms within the allowable program time limits (6 terms).
Scholarship Application Guide:
There is no separate scholarship application; students are selected automatically by Faculty/Department if they meet the required criteria upon admission.
Scholarship Website:
Find further information on this scholarship opportunity at the University of Waterloo Master's Excellence Scholarship Page.