Bishop University Scholarships

Content Curator | Updated on - Sep 4, 2024

International students are eligible for a range of Bishop University scholarships to fund their studies at undergraduate and graduate level. The university is currently accepting applications for most of these scholarships. With addition to the various scholarship opportunities, Bishop University also offers a number of entrance awards, grants, bursaries, and financial aid. Every year, 62% of the students receive some form of financial support. The amount for all of these awards are covered through donations received by students, alumni, staff, donors, corporations, etc. This year a total of 7 million CAD will be distributed to eligible undergraduate and graduate students as financial support.

Highlights

Scholarship Type	Merit-Based
Offered by	Institution
Organization	N/A
Application Deadline	Mar 15 ,2025
Number of Scholarships	N/A
Amount	Variable Amount
Renewability	One Time Payment
International Student Eligible	Yes
Scholarship Website Link	https://www.ubishops.ca/future-students/fees-and-funding/scholarships-awards-bursaries/#:~:text=Our%20scholarships%20range%20in%20value,student%20or%20a%20continuing%20student

Eligibility Criteria

Bishop University Scholarships: Undergraduate Requirements

The most popular scholarships for undergraduate programs at Bishop University are Competitive Scholarship and the Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship. An award between 500 to 20,000 CAD is awarded with Competitive scholarships while an annual award worth 10,000 CAD is awarded with Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship. All applicants are advised to submit the online application for admission to be considered for scholarships. However, a separate application is required for the Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship.

Eligibility Requirements:

High school transcripts
80-90% in high school or previous ug degree
Online scholarship or admission application
Undergraduate applicants
Letters of recommendation
Essay
Study permit

Scholarships	Eligibility Requirements	Application	Deadline	Award Amount
Competitive Scholarships	Apply for admission in ug degree at Bishop University	No separate Application	Admission Application: March 1, 2025 \| Supporting Documents Submission: March 15, 2025	500 to 20,000 CAD
Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship	Must a final year student in high school or CEGEP \| 90% in Grade 11 or Score of 33 in CEGEP \| admitted to bachelor’s degree \| 2 LORs \| Essay (500 words) \| 2 minute video \|	Chancellor’s Excellence Scholarship Application	Closed	10,000 CAD/ year and 40,000 CAD/ 4 years
Cleghorn Family Award	Entering or returning student with 80% average \| Excellence in Academic and athletics	No separate Application	N.A	Variable
Undergraduate Student Award	Natural science or engineering students who wish to become a researcher	No separate Application	Closed	6,000 CAD

Bishop University Scholarships: Graduate Requirements

For pursuing a master's degree at Bishop University, international students can make themselves eligible for 3 scholarship programs including entrance scholarship, Vanier Canada Graduate scholarship and Arbour Foundation Scholarship. Those seeking doctoral degrees may get a research based fellowship with strong academic background and work experience. A separate application form is required for Graduate Entrance Scholarship and SSHRC Doctoral fellowship.

Eligibility Requirements:

Undergraduate or master's degree
70% or above average
Application for scholarship or admission
Master's or doctoral degree applicants
Research Proposal
CV
Work experience
Study permit

Scholarships	Eligibility Requirements	Application	Deadline	Award Amount
Master’s Entrance Scholarships	Academic excellence \| Student enrolled in thesis based master’s degree CV	Graduate Entrance Scholarship - Application Form	N.A	10,000 CAD Stipend (7,500 from institute and 2,000 CAD from thesis supervisor)
Arbour Foundation Scholarship	75% in bachelor’s degree \| Enrolled in master’s degree at Bishop during fall or winter semesters \| Completion of 2 semesters in Quebec University (within last 12 months) \| Leadership potential	No Separate Application	Closed	20,000 CAD
SSHRC Doctoral Fellowships	Doctoral student \| Research proposal \| Academic excellence \| Work experience	SSHRC Application	October 17, 2023	20,000 CAD
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships	Academic Excellence \| Research Potential \| Leadership Potential	No separate application	November 1, 2023	50,000 CAD

Application Process

International students who wish to receive Bishop University scholarships are required first to submit their application for admission with all mandatory documents. It is advisable to upload all relevant documents which may increase your chances for scholarship. Students must thoroughly review the eligibility requirements and deadlines before applying. The deadline to submit scholarship applications and Bishop University admission applications may vary.

Selection Process

Bishop University majorly looks for applicants academic excellence, leadership potential and work experience during the scholarship selection process. Applicants applying for Bishop University scholarships with no application will be automatically considered for the award based on meeting the minimum requirements. Scholarships with separate applications may also require additional documents or work experience before making the final decision.

With several scholarships opportunities for international students, Bishop University is worth applying for those facing financial decisions while planning to study in Canada. Scholarship seeking students must visit the scholarship page on the official Bishop University website before applying for admission. The scholarship page displays various scholarships and funding opportunities available for both domestic and international students.