University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a public non-profit university established in 1915, with campuses in Vancouver and Okanagan, Canada. It is consistently ranked among the top 40 universities globally and is recognized as the #2 most international university in North America, with students from 147 countries. UBC has a total enrollment of over 60,000 students, including more than 20,000 international students. The university is a member of prestigious academic networks such as the Association of Pacific Rim Universities (APRU) and Universitas 21, and it received $936.40 million in research funding. UBC emphasizes interdisciplinary studies, global perspectives, and offers hundreds of opportunities for specialization across its faculties.

UBC devotes more than $35 million annually to awards, scholarships, and other forms of financial support for international undergraduate students. Additionally, international graduate students may be eligible for the International Tuition Award, which provides up to $3,200 per year for full-time research-oriented master’s and doctoral programs. Named scholarships include the International Scholars program, Beyond Tomorrow Scholars Program, Presidential Scholars Awards, Schulich Leader Scholarships, and UBC Centennial Scholars Entrance Awards.

International Scholars

• Eligibility: Outstanding international undergraduate students

International Tuition Award

• Coverage: Up to $3,200 per year towards tuition fees
• Eligibility: International graduate students registered full-time in research-oriented master’s and doctoral programs at UBC Vancouver, assessed international tuition fees, and not receiving external funding equal to or higher than the award value
• How to apply: No application required; all eligible students are automatically considered. Awards are assigned on Workday.
• Deadline: Likely in December 2026