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Canada Scholarship Application Guide (Undergraduate + Graduate)

Canada offers world-class education along with a wide range of scholarship opportunities. This guide provides a complete overview of undergraduate and graduate scholarships for international students, especially from China, to help reduce study costs.

1. Undergraduate Scholarships

• University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson Scholarship – Covers tuition, accommodation, and living costs.
• UBC International Leader of Tomorrow Award – Based on academic excellence and leadership.
• McGill University Entrance Scholarships – Merit-based partial tuition awards.

2. Graduate Scholarships

• Research Assistantship (RA) – Provided by supervisors; includes tuition coverage and stipend.
• Teaching Assistantship (TA) – Paid teaching support roles with tuition benefits.
• Graduate Scholarships – e.g., Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, Ontario Graduate Scholarship.

3. Scholarship Application Timeline

• 12–18 months before: Prepare language tests and maintain GPA.
• 9–12 months before: Contact professors and collect recommendation letters.
• 6–9 months before: Submit scholarship and university applications.
• 3–6 months before: Interviews and document submission.
• After admission: Confirm scholarship and apply for study permit.

4. Application Steps

5. Scholarship Comparison Table

Scholarship	Eligibility	Funding
UofT Pearson	Undergraduate International	Full tuition + living
UBC ILOT	Undergraduate International	Partial/Full tuition
Vanier Canada	PhD	$50,000/year up to 3 years
OGS	Master’s/PhD	$15,000/year

6. Scholarship Links

7. FAQs

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