Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award
Need-and-merit based, substantial/full support for Undergraduate study in Canada.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
Canada
Funding
Need-based; varies per student. Can cover up to the full cost of the academic program and living expenses over the undergraduate degree.
Eligible applicants
International students from disadvantaged/conflict backgrounds
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Overview
Donald A. Wehrung International Student Award is offered by University of British Columbia for Undergraduate study in Canada. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionMust meet UBC admission requirements including English Language Admission Standard
- Official academic transcripts / high school certificatesRequired
- Financial documents (family income, expenses, assets)Required
- Nominator recommendation formRequired
- Teacher referee formRequired
- 4 personal essays (150–250 words each)Required
What this scholarship covers
Need-based award covering tuition and living expenses
Included
Access to skill-building workshops and retreats
Included
Dedicated International Scholars Program advising
Included
Need-based; varies per student. Can cover up to the full cost of the academic program and living expenses over the undergraduate degree. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Must be an international student on a Canadian study permit. Specifically for students from impoverished or war-torn areas.
- International eligibility
- Targeted at students from impoverished or war-torn areas globally; no country list but prioritizes students from disadvantaged regions.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Academic excellence achieved under challenging circumstances
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Experience and personal requirements
- LeadershipRequired
- Leadership potential and commitment to making a positive impact in communities
- Financial needRequired
- Significant financial need; unable to attend university without financial assistance. Must submit official financial documents.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- University of British Columbia
Official eligibility summary
Outstanding international students from impoverished or war-torn areas who achieved academic excellence under challenging circumstances and have significant financial need.
Applicant profile
- International students from disadvantaged/conflict backgrounds
Study route
- Undergraduate study in Canada
Current-cycle criteria
- Outstanding international students from impoverished or war-torn areas who achieved academic excellence under challenging circumstances and have significant financial need.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- English language test results (if required)
How to apply
- 1
Mid-September: Decide on your academic program and campus.
- 2
Late September: Arrange a nominator (guidance counsellor/principal) and a teacher referee.
- 3
Early October: Submit UBC admissions application (required first).
- 4
Early October: Create an International Scholars Program account and invite your nominator and referee.
- 5
By November 15: Submit the completed award application including financial information, extracurricular details, and 4 essays.
- 6
By January 31: Submit required academic documents and English language test results.
- 7
January–March: May be invited to complete a video interview.
- 8
February–April: Await rolling award decision notification.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Annual intake for September entry. Applications for September 2027 due November 15, 2026. Results released February–April.
The listed deadline is November 15, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
University of British Columbia
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is November 15, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.