Algoma University Chancellor's Award 2027

The Chancellor’s Award is a scholarship valued at $5,000 per academic year for international secondary school graduates entering their first year of an undergraduate degree at Algoma University.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMay 1, 2027
• Value$5,000
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorAlgoma University
• City to studyBrampton
• School to studyAlgoma University
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

$5,000 per academic year

Requirements

To qualify for the Chancellor’s Award, students must:

• Be a new international student entering Algoma University for the first time
• Be enrolled full-time (15 credits per term over Fall/Winter)
• Meet minimum academic performance requirements:
  • A+ average (or country equivalent) on previous academic record
  • For international students studying in Ontario, 90-100% on top 6 Grade 12 U/M courses presented for admissions
  • For IB students, this is diploma points of 40-45
• Meet admission English language requirements:
  • Cambridge Assessment of English – 185 overall
  • Duolingo Test of English (DTE) – 125
  • IELTS – Overall 7.0, no band less than 6
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) – 65
  • TOEFL – 560 (85 internet-based)
  • Note: English Language proficiency test is not required if the student has achieved a C grade or higher in O-Level English
• Students who do not meet the minimum English language requirement for this award may still be considered for the President’s Award, subject to meeting other academic criteria.
• Provide a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) before award disbursement; failure to provide a SIN on time will result in revocation of the award for that term.

Recipients of this award may also receive other scholarships, including the International Scholars Degree Award, where eligible.

Renewal Criteria

• This award is renewable for up to three additional years, provided the student maintains:
  • First-year students: Must be enrolled in at least 30 credits across Fall and Winter terms
  • Second year and beyond: Must be enrolled in at least 24 credits across Fall and Winter terms
• Achieve a minimum average of 80% of the courses taken in previous Fall and Winter semesters
• Students who fast-track their program by taking courses over the summer or start in a term other than Fall:
  • Will not receive the award for summer courses
  • Must still meet the minimum annual Fall/Winter credit requirements; if they do not, the overall value of the award will be reduced proportionately.
• Students who withdraw from a course or whose course is cancelled are still required to maintain the necessary credit load.
• Students must be in good academic standing.
• Failing to meet any of these requirements in any academic year will result in:
  • Reduction or loss of the award for that year
  • Loss of eligibility for future renewals

Note: Transitioning to permanent residency does not affect eligibility for renewal. Students with a change in residency are advised to contact the Financial Aid Office.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

To apply, visit Algoma University Scholarship webpage