The University of Alberta (also known as U of A and UAlberta) is a public research university located in Canada.

According to the 2014 QS World University Rankings the top Faculty Area at the University of Alberta is Arts and Humanities (ranked 89th in the world), and the top-ranked Subject is English Language and Literature (22nd in the world).

The University of Alberta offers over $28 million (CAD) in scholarships and financial support to undergraduate students each year.

Scholarships Number and Award:

Up to 5 scholarships from $20,000 payable over four years.

Education Level & Subject:

Level: Undergraduate degree

Field of Study: Open

Eligibility:

Awarded to students on a Study Permit with superior academic achievement entering the first year of an undergraduate degree program at the University of Alberta.

Selection based on academic standing and demonstrated leadership qualities based on involvement in extracurricular and community activities.

Renewal of funding for the second, third, and fourth years is contingent upon achieving a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a full normal course load at the University of Alberta while studying on a Study Permit.

Students must have less than 24 IB, AP or A-level credits. Transfer students are not eligible for this scholarship.

How to Apply:

Apply online through the International Major Scholarships in Bear Tracks under Undergraduate Awards.

If you are experiencing difficulties accessing the Major International Scholarship application, please contact: awards@ualberta.ca

Deadline:

The deadline to apply and for UAlberta to receive all supporting information—including transcripts—is 11:59 pm MST December 18, 2017.

More information:

www.ualberta.ca