International Impact Award
Need-and-merit based funding 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.
Eligible applicants
International students with social-impact leadership
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Overview
International Impact 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 transcriptsRequired
- 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. 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.
- International eligibility
- Open to international students from all countries with focus on sustainability/social justice commitment.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Superior academic achievement — all As or equivalent
- 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
- Demonstrated leadership and commitment to sustainability, climate change, natural resource conservation, social justice, equity and inclusion, or societal health and wellness
- Financial needRequired
- Significant financial need required; must submit official financial documents.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- University of British Columbia
Official eligibility summary
Exceptional international students from secondary school with leadership in sustainability, climate change, social justice, equity, or health, plus significant financial need. Priority to first-generation learners.
Applicant profile
- International students with social-impact leadership
Study route
- Undergraduate study in Canada
Current-cycle criteria
- Exceptional international students from secondary school with leadership in sustainability, climate change, social justice, equity, or health, plus significant financial need. Priority to first-generation learners.
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 and teacher referee from your high school.
- 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 award application with financial information, extracurricular details, and 4 essays.
- 6
By January 31: Submit academic documents and any English test results.
- 7
January–March: May be invited to complete a video interview.
- 8
February–April: Await rolling decision by email.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Annual intake for September entry. Applications for September 2027 due November 15, 2026. Results 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.