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University of Manitoba Undergraduate Bursary for International Students in Canada – 2023

About the University of Manitoba and Scholarship:

The University of Manitoba, a public research institution in Canada, was established in 1877, making it Western Canada’s first university. As the largest university in Manitoba, it ranks 17th in Canada in terms of both total student enrollment and campus size. The main campus is situated in Fort Garry, southern Winnipeg, and the university manages additional campuses and locations across the city. The University of Manitoba is renowned for its research-intensive programs and consistently ranks among the top institutions in the Canadian Prairies.

The International Undergraduate Student Bursary is a financial aid program designed to support international students pursuing undergraduate programs at the University of Manitoba. This bursary, awarded based on academic merit and financial need, can cover up to 50% of the additional tuition fees for international students during the academic year. All new and continuing international undergraduate students are eligible to apply if they demonstrate financial need and academic excellence. Each application is assessed individually by the selection committee.

Details about the University Of Manitoba Undergraduate Bursary:

  • Scholarship Sponsor: University of Manitoba
  • Scholarship Value: Partial Funding, up to $240,000
  • Number of Awards: Several
  • Study Level: Undergraduate
  • Host Institution(s): University of Manitoba

Eligibility Criteria for University Of Manitoba Undergraduate Bursary:

  • Open to students of all nationalities.
  • Students must successfully complete their courses during both the fall and winter semesters.
  • In most cases, students are required to enroll in and complete a minimum of 9 credit hours per term or at least 60% of a full course load per term. Graduate students are exempt from credit hour requirements if they are enrolled full-time in the Faculty of Graduate Studies during the fall and winter semesters.
  • Students must maintain a minimum GPA. Continued education requires a minimum degree GPA of 2.0. New students (from high school) must have a grade 12 average of at least 70%.
  • Bursary consideration may also be given to students admitted under Mature Student Status.
  • Applicants must provide clear documentation of financial need. Students who have applied for government student loans from other provinces must submit a copy of a recent official government loan assessment to demonstrate financial need. Manitoba Student Aid recipients are not required to provide a copy of their Notice of Assessment.
  • The general bursary program is not open to international students in their first year of post-secondary education in Canada.

Application Procedure for University Of Manitoba Undergraduate Bursary:

To be eligible for bursaries at the university, you must apply for the University of Manitoba General Bursary through Aurora, in addition to any additional applications that may be required for specific awards.

For more details and to apply, please visit the official website.

Submission Deadline: October 1st, 2023

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