UBC International Major Entrance Scholarship Documents Required 2026
Required Documents Checklist
- High school transcripts/academic records (or post-secondary transcripts if applicable)
- Proof of English Language proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL scores)
- Personal Profile (part of UBC's admission application)
- Any other documents required for general UBC undergraduate admission
DBT Bank Seeding Warning
Your primary bank account must be active, seeded with your Aadhaar card, and mapped on the NPCI mapper. The government disbursements are made exclusively via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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).