I'm looking for scholarships available to international students planning to study in Canada. Does anyone have any advice on where to start looking or specific scholarships I should look into? Any help would be appreciated!
Several resources exist where international students can search for scholarships in Canada.
You might want to start by checking out the university's financial aid office where you plan to attend. Many universities offer scholarships for international students. For example, the University of Toronto has the Lester Pearson Scholarship program, which offers renewable tuition scholarships. Similarly, York University provides the York University International Student Scholarship Program to high-performing students.
Further, scholarships specific to a field of study are often available. For example, the Faculty of Arts at the University of Alberta offers scholarships to international students whose intended program of study falls within the faculty.
The Canadian government itself offers a variety of scholarships and bursaries for international students through Global Affairs Canada. Be sure to explore programs such as the Canada-CARICOM Scholarship Program, and the Canada-Chile Equal Opportunities Scholarship.
Another resource is websites like ScholarshipsCanada and Appily, which allow you to filter scholarships based on your academic field, level of study, and more. These portals aggregate scholarships from across Canada and are a valuable resource.
Just remember that each scholarship will have its application process and deadlines, so be sure to thoroughly understand them before beginning your application. It's never too early to start researching scholarships and noting down the requirements and deadlines. Good luck with your search!
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