Carleton University Scholarships for International Students in Canada 2027–2028
- Country
- Canada
- Level
- Bachelor
- Funding
- Partially funded
- Deadline
- 2027-06-15
Country
Canada
Level
Bachelor
Funding
Partially funded
Deadline
2027-06-15
Language
English proficiency
Organization
Carleton University
Overview
Carleton University, located in Ottawa, offers partial entrance scholarships to new international students who wish to pursue an undergraduate degree. A separate scholarship application is not required, as eligibility is assessed automatically during the admission review process.
The available funding includes the Renewable Entrance Scholarship and the President’s Welcome Award for international students beginning their studies in September 2027.
The value of the scholarship is determined by the admission average calculated by the University from the grades submitted with the application:
• Admission average of 95–100% : CAD 3,000 per year, up to CAD 12,000 over four years .
Are you eligible?
Check the main criteria before you apply.
- Must be an international student not residing in Canada.
- Must be a recent high school graduate if applying for a Bachelor's degree.
- Achieve a high academic average in your high school certificate or previous programs.
- Apply for an eligible study program at Carleton University that is covered by the scholarship offer.
- Meet English language proficiency requirements if the language of study demands it.
- Commit to submitting all required documents before the specified deadline.
- Applicants must be between 18 and 60 years old.
- Open to all nationalities.
What the scholarship covers
Monthly stipend
12,000 CAD
Required documents
CV / résumé
Motivation letter
Diplomas & transcripts
Passport
Language certificate
How to apply
- 1
Choose an undergraduate program at Carleton University.
- 2
Review the program’s admission requirements, language requirements and deadlines.
- 3
Submit an online application through the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC) .
- 4
International applicants may also use the direct International Student Application available through Carleton360 .
- 5
Wait for the application acknowledgement email, which will include the applicant number and information needed to set up the account.
- 6
Log in to Carleton360 to view and upload the required documents.
- 7
Submit official documents in the manner specified by the University if they are required.
- 8
Ensure that the application is complete and that all required grades are received by June 15.
Important dates
- 1
2027-06-15
Deadline
Frequently asked questions
Are Carleton University scholarships fully funded?
No. The scholarships described above provide partial funding.
Does the student receive CAD 17,000 in the first year?
No. The Renewable Entrance Scholarship of up to CAD 12,000 is distributed over four years, while the President’s Welcome Award may provide up to CAD 5,000 in the first year.
Can the two awards be combined?
The University states that the President’s Welcome Award is offered in addition to other entrance scholarships the student may receive.
Can a student who previously attended a college or university receive the entrance scholarship?
No. To qualify for the Renewable Entrance Scholarship, the student must be entering Carleton University for the first time and must have no previous attendance at a college or university.
Is the scholarship value reassessed based on final high school grades?
No. The University states that entrance scholarship offers are not assessed or reassessed based on final high school grades.
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