YORK UNIVERSITY PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP 2027: INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CAN WIN $180,000 FULLY FUNDED AWARD IN CANADA
York University, Canada, is inviting applications from outstanding international students for the York University Presidential Scholarship 2027, a prestigious undergraduate scholarship valued at up to $180,000 over four years.
The scholarship is designed for high-achieving international students who demonstrate excellent academic performance, leadership qualities and achievement in areas such as community service, arts, sports or other fields.
A total of 20 Presidential Scholarships are awarded each year, with each recipient receiving $45,000 per year. The award can be renewed for up to three additional years, provided the recipient maintains good academic standing.
The application deadline is October 1, 2026.
SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS
Successful recipients of the York University Presidential Scholarship will receive:
- $45,000 per year toward their undergraduate studies.
- Up to $180,000 over four years of full-time undergraduate study.
- The scholarship is renewable for an additional three years if the student maintains good academic standing.
- A prestigious opportunity to study at York University in Canada.
A total of 20 scholarships are awarded annually.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for the York University Presidential Scholarship 2027, applicants must:
- Be an international student who requires a study permit to study in Canada.
- Have applied to an undergraduate degree programme at York University beginning in Spring 2027.
- Have applied directly from high school no more than two years after graduation.
- Have no previous university or college studies, except where applicable to the Tentanda Via Award.
- Have an excellent academic record with a minimum A average or equivalent.
- Have a minimum final admission average of 80% (A) for consideration.
- Demonstrate leadership through community service, or excellence in areas such as arts, sports or other individual achievements.
- Upload a letter of recommendation or other supporting documents where applicable.
- Ensure all required documents are marked "Received" in York University's MyFile application system by the stated deadline.
- Complete and submit the online International Student Scholarship Application before the deadline.
Financial need may also be considered as part of the selection process.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and eligible candidates should first apply for an eligible undergraduate programme at York University.
Applicants should then complete the International Student Scholarship Application and submit all required supporting documents.
Candidates are advised to ensure that their documents are properly uploaded and marked as received in the York application portal before the scholarship deadline.
OFFICIAL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION AND APPLICATION
York University — Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries
APPLICATION DEADLINE
The deadline for the York University Presidential Scholarship application is:
October 1, 2026 at 11:59:59 p.m. Eastern Time
Applicants must also ensure that all required documents are shown as "Received" in their York University MyFile account by the same deadline.
SCHOLARSHIP SUMMARY
Scholarship: York University Presidential Scholarship 2027
Host Institution: York University
Host Country: Canada 🇨🇦
Study Level: Undergraduate
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Number of Awards: 20 per year
Value: $45,000 per year
Maximum Total Value: $180,000 over four years
Eligible Applicants: International students
Programme Start: Spring 2027
Application Deadline: October 1, 2026
International students with outstanding academic records and strong leadership or extracurricular achievements are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity and begin their York University application early.