Applications are now open for the York University International Entrance Scholarship 2027 in Canada. York University offers a range of automatic entrance scholarships for outstanding international students who wish to pursue a full-time undergraduate degree in Canada.
These merit-based scholarships recognize exceptional academic achievement and provide awards ranging from CAD $2,500 to CAD $37,500. Eligible students are automatically considered during the admission process, meaning no separate scholarship application is required for most entrance awards.
Scholarship Summary
Details
Information
Host Country
Canada
Host University
York University
Study Level
Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree)
Scholarship Type
Merit-Based Entrance Scholarship
Eligible Applicants
International Students
Scholarship Value
Up to CAD $37,500
Application Required
No (for automatic entrance scholarships)
Scholarship Benefits
York University offers several entrance scholarships for international students:
1. York International Scholarship of Distinction
Year 1: CAD $15,000
Years 2–4: CAD $7,500 per year
Maximum Value:CAD $37,500
Renewable and regainable upon meeting academic requirements.
2. York International Merit Award
Year 1: CAD $10,000
Years 2–4: CAD $5,000 per year
Maximum Value:CAD $25,000
Renewable and regainable.
3. York International Entrance Award
One-time award of CAD $5,000
Automatically awarded to eligible students admitted with qualifying grades.
4. York International Transfer Award
One-time award of CAD $2,500
Available for eligible international transfer students with 24 or more transfer credits.
Eligible Programmes
The scholarships are available for students applying to full-time undergraduate degree programmes across York University’s faculties, including:
Engineering
Computer Science
Business
Science
Health
Liberal Arts & Professional Studies
Environmental Studies
Education
Arts, Media, Performance & Design
Glendon College
And many other undergraduate programmes.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the automatic entrance scholarships, applicants must:
Be an international student paying international tuition fees.
Apply for admission to a full-time undergraduate programme at York University.
Meet the required admission average:
90% or higher – York International Scholarship of Distinction.
80%–89.9% – York International Merit Award.
75%–79.9% – York International Entrance Award.
Be admitted as a high school direct-entry applicant or an eligible transfer student.
Meet all admission and English language requirements.
Scholarship Renewal
Renewable scholarships require recipients to:
Complete a minimum of 24 academic credits each year.
Maintain a minimum 7.5 GPA (B+).
Continue full-time enrolment at York University.
Students who temporarily lose eligibility may regain the scholarship by meeting the renewal requirements in a subsequent academic year.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
Completed undergraduate admission application.
Academic transcripts and certificates.
Proof of English language proficiency (if required).
Passport or valid identification.
Any additional programme-specific documents requested by the university.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should:
Apply for admission to a full-time undergraduate programme at York University.
Submit all required admission documents before the programme deadline.
Eligible students will be automatically assessed for the appropriate entrance scholarship.
Successful applicants will receive scholarship details with their admission offer.
Application deadlines vary depending on the programme and intake. Students are encouraged to apply early to maximize their chances of admission and scholarship consideration. Refer to your chosen programme for specific admission deadlines.
Conclusion
The York University International Entrance Scholarship 2027 is an excellent opportunity for international students who want to study in Canada with substantial financial support. With scholarships worth up to CAD $37,500, automatic consideration during admission, and renewable funding for high-achieving students, York University makes quality Canadian education more accessible. If you have an excellent academic record and plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in Canada, this scholarship is one you should not miss.
