UBC International Scholars Program 2027 (Canada)
About this scholarship
The University of British Columbia’s International Scholars Program is Canada’s largest need-and-merit undergraduate award scheme for international students, built around named awards such as the Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award and the Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award.
Awards meet the student’s demonstrated financial need (assessed annually) for up to four years at UBC Vancouver or Okanagan, and target academically excellent students with leadership and community impact, including those from difficult or conflict-affected circumstances for the Wehrung award.
For 2027 entry, candidates typically need a nomination from their school or organization and must apply to UBC by the early scholarship deadlines in November/December 2026. Check the official page for this cycle’s exact nomination and application dates.
Eligibility
- International student requiring a Canadian study permit
- Entering UBC from secondary school (or first-year transfer per current rules)
- Excellent academic record plus leadership and community involvement
- Demonstrated financial need
- Nomination by your school or a referring organization as required
Benefits & Coverage
- Award meeting your assessed financial need each year, up to the full cost of the degree
- Renewable for up to four years
- Scholars community and support at UBC
Required Documents
- School/organization nomination
- UBC admission application
- Scholarship application with essays
- Financial information for need assessment
- Transcripts and references
How to Apply
- Confirm this cycle's nomination process and deadlines on the UBC site
- Secure your school nomination early in autumn 2026
- Apply to UBC by the early scholarship deadline
- Complete the scholarship application and need assessment
- Decisions follow with admission offers in spring
