President’s Scholarship for World Leaders in Canada
President’s Scholarship for World Leaders
Are you an international student starting courses at The University of Winnipeg in 2020-21?
Apply now for the President’s Scholarship for World Leaders program!
The University of Winnipeg President’s Scholarship for World Leaders is awarded to international students entering any of the University’s divisions for the first time:
Undergraduate, Graduate, Collegiate, PACE or ELP.
How to apply:
- Download the PDF form and read it carefully.
- Complete the application in full. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Write and attach a personal statement.
- Attach your resume – ensure you outline activities that demonstrate leadership.
- Attach your two reference letters. Letters must be in English and should outline your character, achievements and ways in which you are a leader in your school or community.
- Mail your application, personal statement, resume and references to us at the address on the application form by the deadline. Deadlines listed below for each division and term you are starting studies.
- Scholarship applicants must also complete an application for admission into The University of Winnipeg by the scholarship deadline date.
- Currently accepting scanned applications by email. References can be submitted directly to our office or included in your application package. Please send your complete application, including supporting documents, in one PDF document to awards@uwinnipeg.ca
Values and Deadlines:
UNDERGRADUATE – 6 awards of $5,000 each
- Spring/Summer 2020 – Monday, March 2, 2020
- Fall 2020 – Monday, March 2, 2020
- Winter 2021 – Monday, March 2, 2020
GRADUATE – 3 awards of $5,000 each
- Fall 2020 – Monday, June 1, 2020
- Winter 2021 – Monday, June 1, 2020
COLLEGIATE – 3 awards of $3,500 each
- Fall 2020 – Monday, June 1, 2020
PACE – 3 awards of $3,500 each
- Spring/Summer 2020 – Monday, March 2, 2020
- Fall 2020 – Monday, June 1, 2020
- Winter 2021 – Thursday, October 1st, 2020
ELP – 3 awards at $3,500 each
- Spring/Summer 2020 – Monday, March 2, 2020
- Fall 2020 – Monday, June 1, 2020
- Winter 2021 – Thursday, October 1st, 2020
Continuing International Students
(Registered in Courses)
Applying for Awards:
Applying for awards at The University of Winnipeg is easy! Current international students can apply for all of our available In-Course award applications for consideration.
Fill out the In-Course Awards applications
Student Aid for International Students:
USA Student Loans
Students from the United States attending The University of Winnipeg are eligible for student financial assistance.
Click here for more information on FAFSA and our available programs.
Canadian Government Student Aid?:
Canadian government student aid and loans are not currently available to international students.
To qualify for government student aid, you must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident (landed immigrant) or protected person.
Other Services and Support Programs
For more information visit International Student Services or contact 204-779-UWIN.