President’s International Scholarship for Excellence

You need to apply online at https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/financialsupport. To be considered, a minimum 'A' average or equivalent (York factor 8 or 9) is required. The application form includes the applicant's personal statement (500 words or fewer), financial profile, list of activities and volunteer experiences, and one letter of reference.

Documents Required for the President’s International Scholarship for Excellence?

• Academic transcript copies
• Evidence of English language proficiency 
• Personal statement
• A minimum of two (but no more than three) reference letters should be included on your resume.
• By February, all needed documents must be marked as "Received" on the York application (MyFile). 
• The online International Student Scholarship Application must be completed and submitted by February.

Selection Process for the President’s International Scholarship for Excellence? 

The following steps are typically involved in the selection process for the President's Scholars of Excellence Programme:

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  Application Review: All submitted applications are reviewed by the scholarship committee to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and include all required documents.

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  Academic achievements, extracurricular involvement, leadership experiences, recommendation letters, and personal statements are all considered in the evaluation of applications.

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  Shortlisting: A shortlist of candidates who best align with the program's values and criteria is created from the pool of applicants.

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  Interviews (If Applicable): Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview in order to further assess their suitability for the scholarship.

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  Final Selection: Following a thorough evaluation, the scholarship committee selects recipients based on the merits of their applications. Selection for study in Canada is also based on interview performance (if applicable).

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  Notification: The university notifies selected candidates via official communication channels. They are informed about the award, its benefits, and any next steps that must be taken.

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  Acceptance and Enrollment: Scholarship recipients must usually follow specific instructions in order to formally accept their award and complete any enrollment or registration procedures at the University of Toronto.

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  Ongoing Requirements (If Applicable): Some scholarships may have renewal conditions, such as maintaining a certain GPA or being actively involved in specific activities.

How can you contact the President’s International Scholarship for Excellence? 

For enquiries about your account, call 416-872-YORK (9675).

Frequently Asked Questions