Government of Canada International Scholarships

Review the information below to see if you're eligible for Government of Canada International Scholarships and how to apply.

The following steps pertain specifically to the following Global Affairs Canada International Scholarship Programs:

Emerging Leaders in the Americas Program (ELAP)
Canada-CARICOM Faculty Leadership Program
Canada-ASEAN Scholarships and Educational Exchanges for Development (SEED)
Study in Canada Scholarships Program

Learn more about general international student financial resources on the ISS Finances page.

Last updated: February 23, 2022

Step 1: Review scholarship guidelines

Please review the scholarship guidelines and eligibility requirements in the link below:

https://www.educanada.ca/scholarships-bourses/non_can/index.aspx?lang=eng

Step 2: Submit scholarship program application documents

Candidates must complete the UCalgary online application form, and be prepared to submit all supporting documents by the UCalgary deadline of March 7, 2022, 11:59 PM., The University of Calgary will apply to the Government of Canada international scholarship on behalf of the candidate, when the call opens and deadlines are known.

If you require help filling out the application or have questions, please contact University of Calgary International (UCI) at intl.scholarships@ucalgary.ca, the University of Calgary representative authorized and responsible for submitting all applications and supporting documents on behalf of interested individuals.

Note: UCI sets an internal deadline for prospective applicants to submit all their documents, which will be earlier than the official date on the EduCanada website.

Step 3: Apply for admission to the University of Calgary

Candidates do not need to apply for admission to the University of Calgary before submitting a scholarship application; however, should a candidate be selected for a scholarship, it is your responsibility to apply for admission to the University of Calgary. Many candidates choose to apply for admission earlier, to ensure they have adequate time to process immigration documents.

Undergraduate Exchange Students:

https://www.ucalgary.ca/international/study-abroad/incoming-exchange/courses
For course registration questions, contact iexch@ucalgary.ca

Undergraduate Visiting Student Researchers:

https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/open-studies/visiting

Graduate Visiting Student Researchers:

https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/graduate/apply (scroll down to “Exchange/Visiting students” to locate application)
For specific admissions questions, contact the specific graduate program: http://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/graduate/explore-programs

If you are an eligible administrator or professional applying for a scholarship, contact intl.scholarships@ucalgary.ca for more information about the process of finding a supervisor at UCalgary.

Step 4: Understand your Canadian immigration requirements

After you have submitted your scholarship application and your UCalgary admissions application, connect with a UCalgary Immigration Advisor (issimmigration@ucalgary.ca) about immigration requirements.

For Visiting Student Researchers, please review: https://www.ucalgary.ca/student-services/iss/immigration/visiting-student-researchers.

For Exchange Students, please review: https://ucalgary.ca/student-services/iss/immigration/exchange-students.

Step 5: Adapting to life and studies at UCalgary

There are many offices at UCalgary offering support, services and resources to students.

International Student Services:

International Student Services (ISS) provides immigration and non-academic advising, as well as programs, resources, and events for all international students. Visit the ISS website for more information: https://ucalgary.ca/iss

Canadian Immigration: https://ucalgary.ca/student-services/iss/immigration
Resources: https://ucalgary.ca/student-services/iss/resources
Programs: https://ucalgary.ca/student-services/iss/student-life
Events: https://events.ucalgary.ca/international-student-services/
Advising: https://ucalgary.ca/student-services/iss/advising

Student Success Centre:

The Student Success Centre (SSC) supports students through programs and services that enhance learning and personal development from inquiry to degree completion. Visit SSC’s website for more information: https://ucalgary.ca/student-services/student-success/learning-support/international.

Faith and Spirituality Centre:

The Faith and Spirituality Centre (FSC) provides a safe place to grow and encourage cultural and religious understanding and community building, as well as social change. Visit their website for more information: https://www.ucalgary.ca/student-services/faith-spirituality.

Leadership and Student Engagement:

The Leadership and Student Engagement (LSE) office provides a place for students to connect through leadership and student life programs, as well as provides opportunities to serve in the community. Visit their website for more information: https://www.ucalgary.ca/student-services/leadership.

Wellness Services:

Wellness Services provides medical care, mental health care, nutrition sessions, and chiropractic or massage appointments with our team of professionals. Visit their website for more information: https://ucalgary.ca/wellness-services/services

Residence Services:

Residence Services provides accommodations for students living on-campus at UCalgary. Visit their website for more information: https://www.ucalgary.ca/ancillary/residence