The University of Winnipeg President’s Scholarship for World Leaders is a prestigious scholarship designed to attract and support high-achieving international students who are poised to become future leaders in their chosen fields. Offered exclusively to incoming graduate students, the scholarship recognizes students who demonstrate not only exceptional academic credentials but also a strong commitment to leadership and a dedication to making a positive impact on the world. By providing financial assistance to cover a significant portion of first-year tuition fees, the scholarship helps alleviate the financial burden of graduate studies. This allows students to focus on their academic pursuits, immerse themselves in research opportunities, and further develop their leadership skills, all within a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment at the University of Winnipeg.
About the University of Winnipeg President’s Scholarship 2024-25 for World Leaders
- Country: Canada
- University Name: University of Winnipeg
- Scholarship Value: $5,000
- Deadline: June 01, 2024
Study Areas
- Art
- Development of Economics
- Criminal Justice
- Applied Computer Science
- Society
- Bioscience
- Technology
- Public Policy
- Development
- Innovation and Operations
- Marriage and Family Therapy
- Arts Spiritual Disciplines& Ministry Practices M.A
- Sacred Theology S.T.M.
- History
- Public Administration
- Religious Studies
- Peace and Conflict Studies
Benefits of the Scholarship
- The scholarship is valued at $5,000 and is applied towards tuition fees for the first year of a graduate program at the University of Winnipeg.
- Students are not required to repay the scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an international student (not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident).
- Must be a student entering their first program at the University of Winnipeg (including graduate programs, undergraduate programs, Collegiate programs, PACE programs, and ELP programs).
- Must have the equivalent of a Canadian 80% grade average, based on Grade 12 academic courses used for admission. The University of Winnipeg International Credential Evaluators will complete grade conversions if necessary.
- Must demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities through past activities and achievements.
- Must submit a complete application to the University of Winnipeg by the scholarship deadline (refer to the scholarship website for specific deadlines).
- Qualifying year or Pre-Masters students are not eligible.
Required Documents
- A completed application form.
- One 250-500 word personal statement
- A curriculum vitae
- Two references who can speak to your extra-curricular/volunteer activities
- Applicants to the President’s Scholarship for World Leaders should apply through the Awards Office here.
How to Apply
An applicant must complete the online form for admission and the scholarship. After the admission offer, the applicants must apply for the President Scholarship through the Awards Office here. To apply for the Graduate programs please check this link.