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International Student Awards

We want to recognize your academic success and provide a financial boost to those who need it. Not just a source of extra funds – scholarships, awards and bursaries are a great way to enhance your resume and university transcript, demonstrating your hard work and dedication to your studies. 

We are pleased to offer additional awards, scholarships and bursaries to qualified international students in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS). To be eligible to apply, you will need to fill our your Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) Application.

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International Entrance Scholarships

Learn more about our entrance scholarships for International Students, which range from $2,500 to $37,500.

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Current Students

The Outstanding International Student Leadership & Volunteer Award honours international students in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies for exceptional contribution to an undergraduate student association in the Faculty and/or in other areas of the York community (internally and/or externally). It recognizes outstanding achievement in upholding the vision of building strong and inclusive communities at the local, national and international level.  This award honours international students who have distinguished themselves in the areas of volunteer contributions, service and/or leadership. 

One award valued at $300. 

Eligibility: Student must be an undergraduate LA&PS major and an international student, paying international fees.

Application Process: Students may self-nominate, or be nominated by members of the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies community. Each nomination should include a letter outlining the candidate’s contributions to a student association and/or involvement in the York community.  A reference letter by a faculty member is required, as well as a copy of the candidate’s CV.

PLEASE NOTE: Students must be an undergraduate LA&PS major and an international student or non-status student, paying international fees or domestic fees.

LA&PS recognizes the value and diversity brought about by our international student population.  This award will be issued annually to the highest sessional Grade Point Average (GPA), based on a course load of at least 30 credits in each for first, second, third and fourth-year international students in the Faculty of LA&PS.  

No application required.

Questions should be directed to gce@yorku.ca.

The LA&PS Emergency Bursary Fund is positioned to help students who are experiencing financial need due to exceptional or unexpected circumstances. In such, the fund is not positioned to help with major, ongoing expenses and is not sufficient for covering tuition fees.

Typically, the maximum for this bursary is $1000.00, with $1000 typically only being given in extreme circumstances.

To be considered for funding, applicants must demonstrate financial need and fill out the Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) Application for the current session.

Eligible students must:

  • be in the Faculty of LA&PS
  • be an international (study permit) student, paying international fees
  • experience financial difficulty through unforeseen circumstances
  • be in your second year or above
  • be registered and pursuing an undergraduate degree
  • be enrolled in courses at the time of application
  • have already applied to the York International Student Bursary.

Note: Due to limited funds, this bursary will not fund a student’s entire financial need.

Note: Both full and part-time students who meet the above criteria are eligible to apply.  You may only apply once to this bursary during your academic career at York University.

To Apply: Complete the online LA&PS International Student Emergency Bursary Application Form.

Questions should be directed to gce@yorku.ca.

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The Faculty of LA&PS also provides a number of scholarships, awards and bursaries. Fill our your Financial Aid, Awards and Scholarships (FAAS) Application today.

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