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.
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 |
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:
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 |
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:
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 |
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.
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.