Does anyone know of any scholarships available for international students wanting to study in British Columbia? I'm planning my college journey and BC is appealing to me. I could use some guidance on financial aid options!
Absolutely! If you're an international student looking to study in British Columbia, there are plenty of scholarships available for you!
Scholarships provided by individual universities in BC are often the most significant source of financial aid for international students. For instance,
1. The University of British Columbia (UBC) provides the International Major Entrance Scholarship for international students who are newly admitted to UBC. The scholarships can go up to CAD 80,000 payable over four years.
2. Simon Fraser University offers the Undergraduate Scholars Entrance Scholarship for international high school students. This scholarship can range up to CAD $140,000 to cover your tuition and supplemental fees.
3. The Emily Carr University of Art + Design offers the Emily Carr President’s Entrance Scholarships which can cover up to the full tuition cost for their Bachelor programs.
Also, there are external organizations that offer scholarships for international students studying in Canada such as the Scotiabank International Partner Entrance Scholarship. It's also worth checking if there are any scholarships or financial aid available from organizations in your home country that support students studying abroad.
Filling out the StudentAid BC application can also help you learn about other potential scholarships and grants, regardless of whether or not you're applying for student loans.
Remember that scholarships can be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, academic achievement, artistic merit, and financial need, so make sure your application reflects your strengths.
Hopefully, this gives you a starting point in your search for financial aid opportunities.
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