University of Ottawa International English Academic Excellence Scholarship
Automatic $10,000/yr scholarship for top international students (90%+ average) in English undergraduate programs at University of Ottawa. 100 awards. Non-renewable but combinable with the admission scholarship.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
Canada
Funding
$10,000/yr ($5,000/term). 100 scholarships per year. Reduces tuition fees by $10,000/year. Not renewable (one academic year only), but can be combined with the International English Admission Scholarship.
Eligible applicants
International students (paying international tuition) with 90%+ admission average in English undergraduate programs at University of Ottawa
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Overview
University of Ottawa International English Academic Excellence Scholarship is offered by University of Ottawa 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.
- Academic requirement90% admission average
What this scholarship covers
$5,000/term tuition reduction ($10,000/yr, one-time)
Included
$10,000/yr ($5,000/term). 100 scholarships per year. Reduces tuition fees by $10,000/year. Not renewable (one academic year only), but can be combined with the International English Admission Scholarship. 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
- International students ONLY (paying international tuition fees). Students paying domestic tuition are NOT eligible.
- International eligibility
- Exclusively for international students who pay international tuition fees. Domestic tuition payers are not eligible.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Minimum 90% admission average.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- University of Ottawa — eligible English undergraduate programs
- Countries
- CA
Official eligibility summary
International students paying international tuition fees, newly admitted to an eligible English undergraduate program at University of Ottawa (winter 2026 or thereafter), with an admission average of 90% or above.
Applicant profile
- International students (paying international tuition) with 90%+ admission average in English undergraduate programs at University of Ottawa
Study route
- Undergraduate study in Canada
Current-cycle criteria
- International students paying international tuition fees, newly admitted to an eligible English undergraduate program at University of Ottawa (winter 2026 or thereafter), with an admission average of 90% or above.
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
- No application required — automatic
How to apply
- 1
Apply to an eligible English undergraduate program at University of Ottawa.
- 2
No separate application — scholarship awarded automatically upon full-time enrollment to eligible international students with 90%+ average.
- 3
Can be combined with the International English Admission Scholarship for greater tuition reduction.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Automatic on enrollment. For students admitted winter 2026 or thereafter. Updated September 24, 2026.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
University of Ottawa
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?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
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.