International students can apply for renewable $12,000 undergraduate scholarships at the University of Ottawa

The University of Ottawa has introduced the University of Ottawa Undergraduate Scholarship to support students from Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, South Korea, India, and Bangladesh.

This renewable scholarship is available for students who meet specific criteria, including a minimum admission average of 80% and enrollment in undergraduate programs in Engineering, Science, or Social Sciences starting in Fall 2024.

Application Deadline:

• May 1st, 2025

Tell Me About the Award:

• The University of Ottawa Undergraduate Scholarship is a renewable scholarship aimed at reducing tuition fees for international students from Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, South Korea, India, and Bangladesh. It supports eligible students in undergraduate programs starting in Fall 2024.

Which Fields Are Eligible?

• Eligible undergraduate programs are offered in the following fields:
  • Engineering
  • Science
  • Social Sciences

Type:

• Undergraduate Scholarship

Who Can Apply for the University of Ottawa scholarships?

• Students from Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, South Korea, India, and Bangladesh.
• Applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Be a citizen of one of the eligible countries.
  • Be newly admitted for Fall 2024 or later in one of the eligible programs.
  • Must not enroll in the French immersion stream.
  • Have a valid study permit when classes start.
  • Must enroll as a full-time student.

How Are Applicants Selected?

• Based on academic performance:
  • Excellence Scholarship: Requires an admission average of 90% or higher.
  • Entrance Scholarship: Requires an admission average between 80% and 89.99%.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

• Students from Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, South Korea, India, and Bangladesh.

Where Will the Award be Taken?

• The scholarship will be applied at the University of Ottawa, Canada.

How Many Awards?

• Specific numbers of awards are not disclosed, but many students from eligible countries will benefit based on merit and program availability.

What Is the Benefit of the Award?

• Financial support ranging from $12,000 to $25,000 per year, depending on the scholarship category.
• The scholarships are renewable for up to 4 years, covering up to $100,000 in tuition costs.

How Long Will the Award Last?

• The scholarship is renewable for up to 4 years or 12 academic terms, provided recipients maintain full-time enrollment and eligibility.

How to Apply for the University of Ottawa scholarships:

1. Apply for an undergraduate program through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC).
2. After applying, receive a Student Number and access to the UOZone portal.
3. Submit additional supporting documents for review.
4. Based on academic merit, students will receive a conditional admission offer that may include a scholarship.

Apply Here.