University of Guelph International Entrance Scholarships 2023

Scholarship Description:

Students who are expected to pay international student fees and have not attended a post-secondary institution and have a record of high academic achievement may be eligible for an entrance scholarship. The scholarship is worth \$4,000 per year and is renewable for up to three years, provided the student maintains a minimum average of 80%. Students who fail to maintain the required average may be able to re-qualify by subsequently obtaining an 80% or better average. Payments lost cannot be added to the end of the award period.

Students who are offered a scholarship and subsequently pay the domestic tuition and fee will have their scholarship value updated to correspond with the domestic values. Entrance scholarships cannot be deferred. Students who defer their offer of admission are reconsidered the following year based on the availability of scholarships for that cohort. There is no application required for this scholarship.

About the University:

The University of Guelph is a public research university located in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. It is a member of the U15, a group of Canada's leading research-intensive universities. The university has over 25,000 students and offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs.

The University of Guelph is known for its strengths in agriculture, food, and environmental sciences. The university also has strong programs in the arts, humanities, social sciences, and business. The university is home to a number of research institutes, including the Canadian Institute for Food Safety, the Guelph Food Research Centre, and the Centre for Plant Health.

The University of Guelph is a vibrant and diverse community. The university is home to over 100 student clubs and organizations, and it offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and theatre. The university is also committed to sustainability and has a number of green initiatives in place.

Degree Level:

Undergraduate level programs at University of Guelph.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Scholarship Benefits:

• Students who receive an entrance scholarship are eligible to receive a $4,000 award in years 2, 3, and 4.
• To be eligible for the continuing payment, students must remain registered in full-time studies and achieve a minimum 80% average in their previous academic year of full-time study.
• Students who fail to qualify for a continuing payment may re-qualify by subsequently obtaining an 80% or better average in the previous academic year of full-time study.
• Payments lost cannot be added to the end of the award period.

Other Scholarships at University of Guelph:

Quinn Family Memorial Scholarship

The Quinn Family Memorial Scholarship, established in memory of Ronald J. Quinn, is awarded to international students entering any degree program offered by the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC). The scholarship aims to support international students paying the international student tuition and fee rates. Here are the key details:

• Donor(s): Mrs. Helen Quinn (O.A.C. '35)
• Value: 1 award of $2,000
• Awarded: In the fall, and the recipient must be registered to receive the award.
• Application: No formal application is required.
• Deadline: Not specified.
• Citizenship: Non-Canadian-PR-PP (Permanent Resident or Protected Person)

Eligibility Criteria:

• The scholarship is open to international students paying the international student tuition and fee rates.
• Preference for this scholarship will be given based on the following order:
  1. Students with citizenship from a country or territory eligible to receive official development assistance (ODA) as defined by the Development Assistance Committee of the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) among those categorized as the world’s least developed countries.
  2. Students from low-income countries (as defined by OECD).
  3. Any other international student.

Selection Process:

• Recipients of the Quinn Family Memorial Scholarship will be selected based on academic performance through an assessment of the admission application package. No separate application is required for this scholarship.

Please note that the specific deadline for this scholarship is not provided in the information provided. If you are an eligible international student entering a degree program at the Ontario Agricultural College, it's recommended to check with the college's scholarship office or admissions office for the most up-to-date information on application deadlines and requirements.

This scholarship offers financial support to international students pursuing their education in Canada and demonstrates the commitment to diversity and inclusion in higher education.

Hardy International Student Scholarship 

The Hardy International Student Scholarship, generously provided by Mrs. Marion Hardy, is awarded to full-time international students (those paying the international student tuition and fees) who are entering any degree program. This scholarship aims to support international students pursuing their education in Canada. Here are the key details:

• Donor(s): Mrs. Marion Hardy
• Value: 1 award of $2,000
• Awarded: In the fall, and the recipient must be registered to receive the award.
• Application: No formal application is required.
• Deadline: Not specified.
• Citizenship: Non-Canadian-PR-PP (Non-Canadian Permanent Resident or Protected Person)

Eligibility Criteria:

• The scholarship is open to full-time international students entering any degree program.
• Preference for this scholarship will be given based on the following order:
  1. Students from Haiti.
  2. Students from Africa.
  3. Any other international student.

Selection Process:

• Recipients of the Hardy International Student Scholarship will be selected based on the assessment of the student's admission application. No separate application is required for this scholarship.

Similar to the previous scholarship, the specific deadline for this scholarship is not provided in the information. If you are an eligible international student entering a degree program, it's advisable to contact the scholarship office or admissions office of the respective institution in Canada for the most up-to-date information on application deadlines and requirements.

This scholarship is a testament to the commitment of supporting international students from various regions in pursuing their educational goals in Canada.

Eligible Nationalities:

This scholarship is open to international students.

Eligibility Criteria:

University of Guelph Entrance Scholarships are awarded to students with an exceptional admission average.