President's Entrance Scholarships

Scholarship Value and Benefits

• Total value: $40,000
• Annual amount: $10,000 (renewable for up to four years)
• Number of recipients: 12
• Residence: Recipients are guaranteed a bed in residence (costs not included), limited to Pitman Hall single bedrooms with shared hallway washrooms or International Living/Learning single bedrooms with private washrooms.

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a secondary school graduate with a minimum 90% final admission average. The average is calculated using the best six Grade 12 U/M courses or an equivalent from the applicant’s home country.
• Open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Canada, Protected Persons in Canada, and International Students.
• Applicants must demonstrate:
  • Academic accomplishment
  • Leadership qualities
  • Original thought and creative ability

Application Requirements

• Essay or project summary (maximum 500 words) showcasing original thought and creative ability. This can be a piece of creative writing or a summary of a creative project undertaken.
• Two letters of reference:
  • One academic reference confirming scholastic abilities and potentially addressing leadership or creative endeavors.
  • One reference focusing specifically on leadership or creative activities (not academic achievement).
• Leadership activities: A list of leadership roles or activities held during the final two years of secondary school.

Important Notes

• The scholarship supports students who demonstrate a balance of academic excellence and leadership/creative potential.
• Residence placement is reserved but does not cover housing costs.
• Applicants should carefully prepare their essay/project summary and references to highlight their unique strengths.