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York University International Student Scholarships

Q: What is the difference between automatic entrance scholarships and application-based scholarships at York University?

Automatic entrance scholarships, such as the York International Scholarship of Distinction or Merit Award, do not require a separate application. You are automatically considered for these based on your academic average when you apply for admission to York University. Application-based scholarships, like the President's International Scholarship of Excellence, require you to submit a specific online application after you have applied for admission and received your York Reference Number, and often include requirements like a personal statement and a nomination.

Q: What academic average do I need to be considered for an international scholarship?

To be considered for most York University international entrance scholarships, you generally need a minimum final admission average of 75% or equivalent for high school direct entry and transfer students. More prestigious scholarships require higher averages; for instance, the York International Scholarship of Distinction requires 90%+ (or equivalent), and the President's International Scholarship of Excellence requires a minimum of 80% (A) or equivalent.

Q: Can my scholarship be renewed, and what are the conditions?

Yes, many York University international scholarships are renewable. To renew, you typically need to maintain a minimum academic standing and course load. For most renewable awards, this means completing at least 24 credits per academic year with a minimum 7.5 GPA (B+). For the Automatic Entrance Scholarships, a slightly higher minimum of 8.0 GPA over 24 credits is required. Some scholarships may also require participation in volunteer work, with a minimum of 40 hours per academic year for certain awards effective Fall/Winter 2025-26. Your eligibility for international scholarships will be impacted if your tuition status changes to domestic.

York University · All India

Annual Award$45,000 (approx. ₹30.4 Lakh+)

Deadline26 Jan

Scheme Name	York University International Student Scholarships
Provided By	York University
Eligibility Summary	Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income)

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About the Program

Comprehensive guide for York University International Student Scholarships. Get eligibility details, stipend amounts, and registration instructions here.

Benefits & Financial Support

$45,000 (approx. ₹30.4 Lakh+)

Scholarship amounts are awarded in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and are directly applied to the student's account. The highest annual scholarship is the President's International Scholarship of Excellence, valued at $45,000 CAD per year, renewable for up to four years, totaling $180,000 CAD. This is approximately ₹3,078,000 INR annually based on an exchange rate of 1 CAD = 68.4 INR. Other automatic entrance scholarships include: York International Scholarship of Distinction (Year 1: $15,000 CAD; Years 2,3,4: $7,500 CAD, max total $37,500 CAD); York International Merit Award (Year 1: $10,000 CAD; Years 2,3,4: $5,000 CAD, max total $25,000 CAD); York International Entrance Award ($5,000 CAD one-time); and York International Transfer Award ($2,500 CAD one-time). There is no mention of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to Aadhaar-seeded accounts, as this is a Canadian institution.

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Must be an international student who requires a Study Permit to study in Canada.
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Must have applied to an undergraduate degree program at York University that begins in Fall 2026.
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Must have applied directly from high school no more than two years after graduation, and have no previous university or college studies.
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Must have an excellent academic record with a minimum 'A' average or equivalent (typically 80% or higher).
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Must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in the arts, sports, or other areas of individual achievement.
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Must be officially nominated by a guidance counsellor, principal, or senior school official (maximum of two nominations per school).
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Must hold international student status and be subject to international tuition fees during their studies at York.

Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit

Education Level	Undergraduate
Course / Stream	Undergraduate
Minimum Marks	75%
Income Limit	No income bar
Category / Caste	General, OBC, SC, ST
Domicile State	All India

Mandatory Documents Checklist

✓Completed undergraduate admission application to York University for Fall 2026.
✓Online International Student Scholarship Application form (for PISE).
✓Personal statement (maximum 500 words) explaining candidacy, professional goals, leadership skills, commitment to volunteer work and/or extracurricular activities.
✓List of Extracurricular Activities & Community Involvement (maximum 3).
✓List of Previous Awards (maximum 3).
✓Contact information for a guidance counsellor, principal, or senior official for nomination.
✓One letter of recommendation or other supporting documents from the nominator.
✓Academic transcripts and certificates (as part of the admission application).
✓Proof of English language proficiency (if required for admission).
✓Passport or valid identification (as part of the admission application).
✓Any additional program-specific documents requested by the university.
✓All required documents must be shown as “Received” in the York application (MyFile) by the deadline.

Selection Process

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Many York University international entrance scholarships are automatically awarded based on a student's final admission average when they apply for admission
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Students with a final admission average of 75% or higher (or equivalent) for high school direct entry and transfer students are considered
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Specific scholarships, such as the President's International Scholarship of Excellence, require a separate application and an official nomination from a guidance counsellor, principal, or senior school official
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For these application-based awards, candidates are assessed on strong academic performance (minimum 80% or A equivalent), leadership skills, and active involvement in volunteer work and extracurricular activities.

Renewal Policy

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Renewable scholarships at York University generally require recipients to maintain a minimum academic standing and course load
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For most renewable awards, students must complete a minimum of 24 credits each academic year and maintain a minimum 7.5 GPA (B+)
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For the York University Automatic Entrance Scholarship, a minimum 8.0 Grade Point Average (GPA) is required over a minimum of 24 credits taken during the entire academic year (previous Summer and Fall/Winter sessions)
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Scholarships are automatically applied at the start of each year level
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If a student's GPA falls below the requirement, re-gainable scholarships can be reinstated in the subsequent academic year if the GPA is raised to the minimum
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Effective Fall/Winter 2025-26, some scholarships that require volunteer work as a renewal condition will mandate a minimum of 40 hours per academic year
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Changes in tuition status from international to domestic will impact eligibility for international scholarships, potentially leading to a loss or reduction of funds.

How to Apply Online

Applications are submitted online via the official portal. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.

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Apply for Admission to York University. * To be considered for any international scholarship, you must first apply for admission to an undergraduate program at York University. This applies to both automatic entrance scholarships and those requiring a separate application. * Once your application for admission is received, you will be assigned a 9-digit York University Reference Number. This number is crucial for accessing scholarship application portals and tracking your status. Ensure you apply well in advance of scholarship deadlines to receive your reference number in time.
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Automatic Consideration vs. Scholarship Application. * For International Automatic Entrance Scholarships (e.g., York International Scholarship of Distinction, Merit Award, Entrance Award, Transfer Award): No separate scholarship application is required. You will be automatically considered for these awards based on your final admission average when you apply for admission. * For Awards Requiring an Application (e.g., President's International Scholarship of Excellence - PISE): * Once you have your York University Reference Number, log in to the International Student Scholarship & Award Application portal (often accessible via MyFile, the applicant portal). * Complete the online scholarship application form. This typically requires a personal statement (max. 500 words) outlining your goals, leadership, and community involvement, a list of extracurricular activities, and previous awards. * Ensure you identify your nominator (guidance counsellor, principal, or senior school official) within your application. Your nominator will receive an email from York University with instructions to confirm your nomination and submit a reference letter.
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Monitor Deadlines. * For Fall/Winter 2026-2027, the International Student Scholarship & Award Application opens on November 1, 2025, with a student application deadline of January 26, 2026. * For the President's International Scholarship of Excellence (PISE) for Fall 2026 admission, the student application deadline is January 27, 2027, and the nominator deadline is February 4, 2027.
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Track Your Application and Scholarship Status.** * Scholarship notifications, especially for automatic entrance scholarships, will typically be communicated via email or letter along with your offer of admission. * If you are selected as a recipient of an entrance scholarship/award, you will be notified, and the details (name, value, terms, and conditions) will be provided. * For renewable scholarships, your academic record is automatically reviewed at the end of each academic year, and you will be notified of your renewal status by email upon completion of assessments. * Scholarship funds are generally applied directly to your student account by September 1 for renewed awards. * You can connect with the Scholarships and Bursaries team via `bursary@yorku.ca` for specific questions regarding your scholarship status or financial aid.

Common Questions (FAQs)

What is the difference between automatic entrance scholarships and application-based scholarships at York University?

Automatic entrance scholarships, such as the York International Scholarship of Distinction or Merit Award, do not require a separate application. You are automatically considered for these based on your academic average when you apply for admission to York University. Application-based scholarships, like the President's International Scholarship of Excellence, require you to submit a specific online application after you have applied for admission and received your York Reference Number, and often include requirements like a personal statement and a nomination.

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