York International Scholarship of Distinction
Automatic merit scholarship for international high school applicants to York University with 90%+ average; worth up to CAD $37,500 over 4 years.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate
Destination
Canada
Funding
Year 1: CAD $15,000. Years 2, 3, and 4: CAD $7,500 per year. Total maximum value: CAD $37,500 over 4 years.
Eligible applicants
International high school applicants with 90%+ admission average (excluding CS, Cybersecurity, Engineering)
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Overview
York International Scholarship of Distinction is offered by York University 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% final admission average
- University admissionMust be admitted to York University for Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 as an international student.
What this scholarship covers
Year 1 merit scholarship ($15,000)
Included
Years 2–4 renewal ($7,500/year each)
May be included
4-year on-campus housing guarantee (for Fall 2026 direct-entry students)
Included
Year 1: CAD $15,000. Years 2, 3, and 4: CAD $7,500 per year. Total maximum value: CAD $37,500 over 4 years. 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
- Must be classified as an international student at York University (not Canadian citizen/PR paying domestic rates).
- International eligibility
- This scholarship is exclusively for international students. Domestic Canadian students are not eligible. CS, Cybersecurity, and Engineering applicants are NOT eligible for Fall 2026/27.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Final admission average of 90% or above (Fall 2026/Winter 2027 cycle); 85%+ was the threshold for Fall 2025/Winter 2026.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Canada
- Study format
- Full-time enrollment required for renewal (minimum 24 York credits per academic year).
Official eligibility summary
International high school applicants admitted to York University for Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 with a final admission average of 90% or above. Not available to CS, Cybersecurity, or Engineering admits (except Ontario curriculum students).
Applicant profile
- International high school applicants with 90%+ admission average (excluding CS, Cybersecurity, Engineering)
Study route
- Undergraduate study in Canada
Current-cycle criteria
- International high school applicants admitted to York University for Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 with a final admission average of 90% or above. Not available to CS, Cybersecurity, or Engineering admits (except Ontario curriculum students).
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
- Scholarship application form
- Proof of academic standing (assessed from admission average automatically)
How to apply
- 1
Apply to York University for Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 (no separate scholarship application).
- 2
If eligible (international student, 90%+ average, not CS/Cybersecurity/Engineering), the award is automatically included in your offer of admission.
- 3
To renew, complete a minimum of 24 York credits per academic year with a GPA of 7.5 (B+) or above.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Annual; automatically assessed for each incoming cohort at admission. Fall 2026 cycle is complete. Next cycle expected for Fall 2027 applicants.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
York University
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.