Canada is becoming one of the most desired destinations for international students. As a country that is friendly to international students, there are a number of Canadian scholarships available for international students  from top universities in Canada that you should try below in 2024!
Studying in Canada requires quite a large amount of money which can make you worry about funding your studies later. For those of you who are interested in studying in Canada, but need financial support, the Hotcourses team has put together a selection of Canadian scholarships for international students including students from Indonesia:
- Undergraduate Scholarships in Canada for International Students
- Masters (Postgraduate) Scholarships in Canada for International Students
- Tips for Getting Canadian Scholarships
Undergraduate Scholarships in Canada for International Students
- Advanced Indonesia Scholarship
If you are looking for a full scholarship for undergraduates in Canada, the Indonesia Maju Scholarship is an option to consider. This scholarship, managed by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology, covers all needs during study, from tuition fees, living costs to accommodation.
Currently, this scholarship is partnered with four Canadian universities, including McGill University which is known as an official partner of Hotcourses and IDP Education. Both the university and this scholarship program provide the opportunity for you to experience studying at a quality institution as well as an extraordinary experience for international students.
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Lester B. Pearson Scholarship
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto is offered to international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and have creativity. The scholarship will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residential support for four years.
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Humber College Scholarship
Humber College offers the latest full and partial academic knowledge scholarships to new international students in September and January each year.
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York University Scholarships
International students at York University who have an excellent academic record will be offered scholarships worth $60,000-$100,000 for a four-year degree program.
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Scholarship from the University of British Columbia
UBCÂ recognizes the academic achievements of outstanding students from around the world by devoting more than $10,000,000 CAD annually to awards, scholarships, and other forms of financial aid for international undergraduate students.
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Carleton University Scholarship
Carleton University offers partial scholarships of $4,000 – $16,000 to honors students who meet the criteria of an 80% admission average.
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University of Alberta Scholarships
The University of Alberta offers an international student scholarship program in the form of a tuition fee reduction of up to $9,000 for 4 years of study, specifically for prospective students who have excellent academic achievements. Apart from that, they also have an International Leader Scholarship  program for prospective students who have strong leadership experience. The scholarship itself is in the form of a tuition fee reduction totaling $10,000 to $15,000 CAD.
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Cape Breton ScholarshipsÂ
Cape Breton University awards scholarships of CAD $30,000 per year, or about CAD $7,500 per year. This scholarship is aimed at prospective international students who have achieved above 80% while in grade 11 or 12 of high school.
- University of Brunswick ScholarshipsÂ
The International Students Scholarship at the University of New Brunswick, Canada, offers financial assistance in the form of tuition fee reductions, ranging from CAD $500 to CAD $40,000.
Canadian Masters (Postgraduate) Scholarships for International Students
- LPDP Scholarship
You must be familiar with this scholarship. The LPDP Scholarship can help you realize your dream of studying postgraduate studies in Canada. This scholarship is fully funded, so you don’t need to worry about costs while studying in Canada. LPDP collaborates with several leading universities in Canada which have high rankings in the ranks of the world’s best universities.
Interestingly, LPDP also covers scholarships at various Hotcourses and IDP university partners, namely McGill University, University of Alberta, Queen’s University, University of Waterloo, University of Ottawa, Dalhousie University, and Simon Fraser University. Further information can be accessed on our website or by consulting our counselors.
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The Vanier Canada Graduate Canada Scholarship
The Scholarships (Vanier CGS) were created to attract and retain world-class doctoral students and to establish Canada as a global center of excellence in research and higher learning. This scholarship is for a Doctoral degree (or combined MA/PhD or MD/PhD) at a participating Canadian University. The scholarship is worth $50,000 per year for three years.
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Postgraduate scholarship from the University of Manitoba
The University of Manitoba Masters Scholarship   (UMGF) is a Merit-based award open to students of any nationality who will be enrolled as full-time graduate students (Masters or Ph.D.) at the University of Manitoba. The scholarship is worth $18,000 for PhD students, or $14,000 for Masters students over a 12 month period.
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Pierre Elliot Trudeau Foundation Scholarship
This scholarship is open to foreign nationals (with preference for candidates from developing countries) applying to a doctoral program in social sciences and humanities or enrolled full-time in the first or second year of such a program at a Canadian University. The annual value is up to $60,000 per scholar for a maximum of three years.
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University of Waterloo International Masters and Doctoral Student Awards
Full-time international students at the University of Waterloo who begin a research-based master’s program or PhD program will receive an international student award worth $2,045 for 2 years (master’s) or $4,090 for 3 years (PhD).
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University of Calgary Postgraduate Award
The University of Calgary offers a variety of full and partial scholarships for international students. The scholarship value ranges from $1,000 to $40,000 and covers different areas of study.
Tips for Getting Canadian Scholarships
Finding, applying and winning scholarships is not easy, including college scholarships in Canada . Since it’s not easy, we’ve put together these useful tips to help you:
- Do Your Research Carefully and Look Out for Small Scholarships
Don’t hesitate to start your search for Canadian scholarships in a light and fun way. Find complete information at this link , where a special database presents various scholarships with varying amounts along with the requirements that must be met. In addition to focusing on large, competitive scholarships, pay special attention to small scholarships. Your chances of success are higher, and your efforts will be more rewarded.
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Budget your time effectively
It is important to budget time in your week to actually search for and apply for scholarships in Canada. The more effort you put into searching and applying, the less competition you will face. You have to put a lot of effort into the application. Try to budget at least 3 hours per week to search for and apply for scholarships.
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Contact the Office of International Education
If you are about to graduate from middle school/high school and want to know about funding opportunities at overseas colleges or universities, you can contact overseas education offices or agents. These offices were established with the aim of helping you apply to universities abroad as well as find financial aid, so take advantage of them.
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Understanding Scholarship Requirements
Don’t waste your time applying for scholarships that you don’t actually qualify for. Read the eligibility requirements very carefully. If you are not sure what any of the requirements mean, ask the scholarship administrator from the scholarship provider. It only takes a few minutes to ask a question, versus hours writing an essay for a scholarship you can’t win.
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Stay Consistent and Don’t Give Up
The key to success in anything in life is persistence. The same goes for applying for scholarships. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t win the first three, five or ten scholarships you apply to. Keep trying until your hard work pays off. Keep checking for new scholarships every month of the year, because you never know what you might miss if you don’t check.
