University of Waterloo International Scholarship

About the University of Waterloo International Scholarship

The University of Waterloo International Student Entrance Scholarship is confirmed for students starting first-year study in September 2026. Because this award ties to admission for that intake, it applies to applicants preparing for the September 2026 start. The exact application window is not stated here, so confirm current timing on the official website before you proceed.

This is an entrance award, meaning it recognises new international students as they enter their first full-time undergraduate degree. It goes to fee-paying international students, not domestic Canadian applicants.

Who Runs This Scholarship

The University of Waterloo hosts and funds this scholarship. Waterloo is a public research university in Ontario, Canada, known for its co-operative education model and its programs in engineering, mathematics, and computer science. The award forms part of the university’s support for international undergraduates joining its degree programs.

Study Level and Eligible Fields

This scholarship is for undergraduate study only. It supports students admitted to full-time, first-year degree programs at Waterloo.

However, several programs are excluded. You cannot claim this award if you enter Medical Sciences, Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Social Work, Doctor of Optometry, or Doctor of Pharmacy. Outside those exclusions, first-year international students across Waterloo’s degree programs may qualify.

Award Slots Available

The number of scholarships offered is not specified. Because this is an entrance award for eligible international students, you should treat it as an admission-linked benefit rather than a fixed-quota competition. Check the official page for details on how many students receive it.

Who Can Apply

This scholarship targets international fee-paying students. You must be admitted to a full-time, first-year degree program starting in September 2026. In addition, several groups are not eligible:

• Students in Medical Sciences, Doctor of Medicine, Bachelor of Social Work, Doctor of Optometry, or Doctor of Pharmacy.
• Transfer students who bring transfer credits.
• Students who deferred admission from September 2025 to September 2026.
• Students in 2+2 and similar x+y programs.

If none of these apply to you, and you pay international fees, you fall within the target group.

What the Scholarship Covers

The specific value, inclusions, and duration are not stated here. As an entrance scholarship, it typically applies at the start of your first year. For the exact amount and whether it renews, confirm the terms directly with the University of Waterloo before you rely on any figure.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for this University of Waterloo International Scholarship, you must meet each condition below:

• Hold international fee-paying status at the University of Waterloo.
• Be admitted to a full-time, first-year degree program.
• Start your program in September 2026.
• Enter a program that is not on the excluded list above.
• Not be a transfer student with transfer credits.
• Not have deferred admission from September 2025 to September 2026.
• Not be enrolled in a 2+2 or similar x+y program.

Application Process

This award connects to your admission for the September 2026 intake. In most cases, entrance scholarships like this are assessed automatically when you apply for admission, so a separate application may not be required. Still, you should verify the process, because requirements can change between cycles.

Focus on securing your admission first, since eligibility depends on being admitted to a qualifying full-time, first-year program. If you defer to a later start or arrive with transfer credits, you lose eligibility. For questions about timing, documents, or your specific program, contact the University of Waterloo through its official admissions channels.

Official Website

For full details and to confirm your eligibility for the September 2026 intake, visit the official page: University of Waterloo.