University of Alberta International Scholarships Review

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University of Alberta International Scholarships

The University of Alberta in Canada offers a diverse range of scholarships to attract top-performing international students across undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programs. These scholarships are designed to reward academic excellence, leadership potential, and diverse achievements both inside and outside the classroom.

Undergraduate applicants can benefit from awards like the International Entrance Scholarship and the Gold Standard Scholarship, which offer up to CAD 6,000 to high-achieving new students based on admission averages. For graduate students, the Graduate Recruitment Scholarship provides up to CAD 29,000 to support students entering thesis-based master’s or doctoral programs.

These scholarships not only ease financial burdens but also give recipients access to academic support, career development programs, and a dynamic, multicultural learning environment. Many of the awards do not require a separate application — students are automatically considered during admission, making the process seamless and competitive.

Pakistani students are eligible for all University of Alberta international scholarships. Those with strong academic records, research interests, or leadership qualities are encouraged to apply and become part of one of Canada’s most respected institutions known for innovation and research.

Pros

Multiple scholarships for all degree levels

Some awards auto-considered with admission

Supports academic and research excellence

Cons

Highly competitive selection

Some scholarships offer partial funding

Limited options for non-research grad programs