UBC International Major Entrance Scholarship Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
15 January 2027
Eligible students are automatically considered for the International Major Entrance Scholarship when they apply for admission to UBC. For the 2027 academic year, applications are expected to open in early October 2026, with the final admission deadline for international undergraduate applicants being January 15, 2027.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for UBC International Major Entrance Scholarship
Q.Is a separate application required for the International Major Entrance Scholarship (IMES)?
No, a separate scholarship application is not required for IMES. All eligible international students who apply for undergraduate admission to UBC by the admissions deadline are automatically considered.
Q.Does the IMES cover the full cost of studying at UBC?
No, the IMES is a partial, merit-based scholarship, with annual values ranging from CAD $10,000 to CAD $25,000. It does not cover the full cost of tuition and living expenses at UBC, which can be significantly higher. Students are encouraged to develop a comprehensive financial plan.
Q.What are the key criteria for being considered for the IMES?
To be considered for the IMES, you must be a new international student entering directly from secondary school or post-secondary, demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, intellectual promise, and impressive extracurricular and community involvement. You must also apply to UBC by the admission deadline and not be nominated for a need-and-merit-based International Scholars award.
Q.Can the IMES be renewed in subsequent years of study?
Yes, the IMES is renewable for up to three additional years (a total of four years) provided recipients meet specific academic performance criteria, such as maintaining a minimum course load (e.g., 24 credits), passing all courses, and achieving a certain academic standing (e.g., top 10% or 75% average).