UBC International Scholars Program 2027 (Up to Full Funding)

The UBC International Scholars Program 2027 offers need and merit based awards for international undergraduate students at the University of British Columbia. Awards can cover a large part of costs or up to full funding depending on financial need. Nigerian students should check eligibility carefully.

Overview

• Host country: Canada
• Host school: University of British Columbia
• Level of study: Undergraduate
• Value: Up to full cost of attendance based on need
• Nationality: International students
• Deadline: 25 November 2026

Benefits

The program provides significant financial support proportional to demonstrated need. It covers tuition, fees and living costs for those who qualify. Recipients also get academic advising and developmental support. Four award categories exist but you do not choose which one. See official details at you.ubc.ca.

• Significant need based funding
• Possible coverage of tuition and living costs
• Leadership and community recognition
• Support services during study

Who Should Apply

International high school leavers with strong academics, leadership and real financial need should apply. You must enter directly from secondary school for the 2027 Winter session.

Eligibility Requirements

Meet these points to apply.

• International student needing a Canadian study permit
• Entering UBC from accredited secondary school
• Graduated high school no earlier than June 2026
• Applying for first undergraduate degree
• Significant financial need that makes attendance impossible without help

Required Documents

• UBC admission application
• Award application form
• High school nomination
• Financial documents proving need
• Teacher referee form

How to Apply

First apply for admission to UBC. Next request nomination from your high school. Then complete the award application by the deadline. Both applications must be in by 25 November 2026. Check other Canada options like those on the Canada scholarships page.

Before you commit, the Cost calculator adds up tuition, living costs, insurance and flights for your whole study period, and shows how much a scholarship would still leave you to fund.

Application Deadline

The deadline is 25 November 2026 at 12:00 PM Pacific Time. This is an extended deadline. Submit early to avoid technical issues.

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Final Thoughts

This program is a strong option for high achieving students who need financial support. It is competitive and requires proof of need. Compare with other Canadian awards on cma.ng before you decide.

If you are not sure which scholarships you qualify for, the Eligibility checker compares your nationality, study level, grades and English score with each scholarship's published rules.