York University Scholarships 2025 for International Students
Are you an international student dreaming of studying at one of Canada’s top research-intensive universities? York University in Toronto offers a variety of scholarships and awards to help make this dream a reality. With options tailored to academic excellence, talent, and leadership, York University is dedicated to supporting a diverse and inclusive student body.
Here’s everything you need to know about the York University Scholarships for 2025, including eligibility criteria, a comprehensive list of scholarships, and key deadlines.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for York University scholarships, you must:
- Be an international student requiring a Study Permit for Canada.
- Apply to an undergraduate degree program beginning in Fall 2025.
- Have graduated from high school within the last two years and have no prior university or college studies (exceptions apply to certain awards).
- Possess an excellent academic record with a minimum “A” average or equivalent.
- Demonstrate leadership through community service, arts, sports, or other achievements (for specific awards).
- Provide supporting documents, such as a letter of recommendation.
- Ensure all required documents are marked as “Received” in York’s application portal (MyFile) by February 15, 2025.
List of Scholarships Available at York University for 2025 intake
Following are the approved scholarship list available for international students for 2025 admissions:
| Scholarship Name | Amount | Eligibility | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glendon International Excellence Scholarship | $40,000 ($10,000/year for four years) | Top academic standing; for students admitted to Glendon Campus | Automatically considered |
| York International Scholarship of Distinction | $37,500 ($15,000 in year 1, $7,500 in subsequent years) | Final average of 85%+ for high school applicants or transfer students with fewer than 24 credits | Automatically considered |
| York International Merit Award | $25,000 ($10,000 in year 1, $5,000 in subsequent years) | Final average of 80%-84.9% | Automatically considered |
| York International Entrance Award | $5,000 | Final average of 75%-79.9% | Automatically considered |
| Science Entrance Scholarship for International Students | $3,000 | Faculty of Science applicants with a 90%+ final average | Automatically considered |
| York International Transfer Award | $2,500 | International transfer students with 24+ credits and a 75%+ average | Automatically considered |
| York University Talent Entrance Scholarships | $1,000 | Fifteen awards for applicants to the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design | Automatically considered |
| President’s International Scholarship of Excellence | $180,000 ($45,000/year for four years) | Exceptional academic standing and leadership | February 15, 2025 |
| Tentanda Via Award | $120,000 ($30,000/year for four years) | Exceptional academics and leadership | February 15, 2025 |
| York Science Scholars Award (YSSA) | $10,000 ($5,000 scholarship + $5,000 summer research funding) | Faculty of Science applicants with high academic performance | February 28, 2025 |
| The Annie Demirjian’77 Scholarship | Variable | Glendon applicants with an 85%+ average, financial need, and Francophone preference | Automatically considered |
Apply here: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/scholarships-incoming-students.
Application Deadlines
- International Scholarship Application Opens: December 2, 2024.
- Scholarship Application Deadline: February 15, 2025, by 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
- York Science Scholars Award Application Deadline: February 28, 2025.