Awarding Scholarships to International Students

Entrance scholarships for academic excellence for international students, funded by the University of Prince Edward Island, are awarded annually to international students who join UPEI from high schools in Canada or other countries. The scholarship amounts range from CAN $1,000 to CAN $3,000. The following eligibility criteria apply to the entrance scholarships for academic excellence for international students at UPEI:

Hold a valid Canadian study permit
Demonstrate strong academic performance in high school academic achievement, with converted averages between 90% and 100% (or equivalent GPA), and/or are among the top 5% to 10% of their class rankings
Participate in extracurricular activities and experiences, such as volunteering experiences, tutoring initiatives, sports activities, arts talents, and/or other relevant experiences
Provide strong recommendations from teachers or instructors who have direct experience with students' academic activities and performance
Exhibit strong English language skills, that have prepared students for rigorous academic explorations
Show strong potential for future academic development, leadership, and other areas of contributions to the global society.

The scholarship will be credited to the recipient's UPEI account to be used as part of her/his tuition and fees at UPEI.

Refer to the following chart for Academic Excellence Awards available to second-, third-, and fourth-year undergraduate international students:

Average Guaranteed Scholarships

80.00–84.99 CAN $500
85.00–89.99 CAN $1,000
90.00–94.99 CAN $2,000
95.00–100.00 CAN $3,000