York University International Student Scholarships Renewal Process 2026
Renewal Guidelines & Conditions
The President's International Scholarship of Excellence is renewable for three subsequent years of full-time undergraduate study, provided the recipient maintains a high academic standing. Specifically, students must achieve a minimum 7.80 GPA on a 9-point York scale in each academic year to retain the scholarship.
Key Renewal Prerequisites
- Must pass the previous annual/semester examination in the first attempt.
- No active backlogs or ATKT are permitted in most professional programs.
- Must maintain regular class attendance (typically 75% or higher) validated by the college.
FAQs for York University International Student Scholarships
Q.What is the deadline for the President's International Scholarship of Excellence for Fall 2026 admission?
The application deadline for students for the President's International Scholarship of Excellence is January 26, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST. The deadline for the nominator's reference letter and confirmation is February 4, 2026.
Q.Do I need a separate application for other international scholarships at York University?
For the President's International Scholarship of Excellence, a separate online application is required in addition to your university admission application. However, many other international entrance scholarships (automatic awards) are automatically considered when you apply for admission to York University, based on your academic average, and do not require a separate scholarship application.
Q.Can I combine the President's International Scholarship of Excellence with other York University scholarships?
No, the President's International Scholarship of Excellence cannot be held in conjunction with other major automatic entrance awards offered by York University, such as the York International Scholarship of Distinction, the York International Merit Award, or the York International Transfer Award.
Q.What are the renewal criteria for renewable scholarships at York University?
For renewable scholarships, including the President's International Scholarship of Excellence, recipients are generally required to complete a minimum of 24 academic credits each year and maintain a high academic standing. For PISE, this means a minimum 7.80 GPA on a 9-point York scale, while continuing full-time enrollment in their program.