The University of Waterloo Faculty of Science is offering up to 15 International Student Scholarships to support outstanding students for the academic session 2025/2026. This includes 10 renewable scholarships of $80,000 (distributed over four years) and 5 one-time awards of $25,000.
The educational program is open for the applicants, who must be international (visa) students applying for an undergraduate program in the Faculty of Science. Scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, the applicant’s motivation to pursue a career in science, and the impact the scholarship will have on their studies.
The University of Waterloo is a leading public research institution in Canada, renowned for its innovation, co-operative education (co-op) programs, and strong emphasis on experiential learning. Established in 1957, the university is located in Waterloo, Ontario, and is home to over 42,000 students. It is globally recognized for excellence in engineering, computer science, and STEM fields, as well as its commitment to entrepreneurship and sustainability.
Application Deadline: April 4, 2025
Brief Description
- University or Organization: University of Waterloo
- Department: Faculty of Science
- Course Level: Undergraduate
- Award:
- 10 scholarships worth $80,000 total (renewable at $20,000 per year for four years)
- 5 scholarships worth $25,000 each
- Access Mode: Online
- Number of Awards: 15
- Nationality: International students (visa students)
- The award can be taken in: Canada
Eligibility
- Eligible Countries: Applicants must be international (visa) students.
- Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded for an undergraduate program in the Faculty of Science at the University of Waterloo.
- Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be an international (visa) student.
- Apply for admission to an undergraduate program in the Faculty of Science at the University of Waterloo.
- Demonstrate strong academic achievement.
- Explain how the scholarship will impact their studies and their motivation to pursue science.
- Receive an offer of admission to the Faculty of Science.
- For renewable scholarships, maintain a minimum 80% overall cumulative average each term.
How to Apply
- Apply for admission to an undergraduate program in the Faculty of Science at the University of Waterloo.
- Once you receive an offer of admission, submit a scholarship application through the Faculty of Science.
- Complete the online application form, including:
- Personal details (First Name, Last Name, Email, Waterloo ID Number).
- A written statement (500–1,000 words) addressing:
- What motivates you to become a scientist at Waterloo’s Faculty of Science.
- What receiving this scholarship would mean for your university education.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
Benefits
- Financial support to assist with tuition and living expenses.
- Renewable scholarships provide continued funding for four years, based on academic performance.
- Recognition of academic excellence and motivation in the field of science.
