Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship at University of Guelph 2026

The Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship is the University of Guelph's most prestigious undergraduate entrance award for international students. It was established in honour of the University’s eighth president, Dr. Franco Vaccarino, to acknowledge his remarkable impact on the University.

One scholarship is awarded each year to the top international student. It is valued at $42,500; includes a summer research assistantship position, mentorship by one of the University's leading professors, and guaranteed first-choice preference residence for first-year of study (the residence deposit must be made by the residence deposit deadline date).

Students with an outstanding academic record, who have made significant contributions to their schools and their communities, who have demonstrated innovative and unique approaches to implementing change and/or bringing about improvements to life, and who demonstrate the greatest potential to be future leaders are invited to apply.

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineJanuary 23, 2026
• Value$42,500
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorUniversity of Guelph
• City to studyGuelph
• School to studyUniversity of Guelph
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

$42,500

Requirements

You are eligible to apply if you:

1. Have submitted an application for admission and have a valid U of G student ID number;
2. Are an International (VISA) student;
3. Are entering the first semester of any undergraduate degree program at the University of Guelph;
4. Have not previously attended a post-secondary institution;
5. Have at least an admission average equivalent to a 90.0% Canadian curriculum; and
6. Have made significant leadership contributions to your school and community.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada are not eligible for this scholarship regardless of current country of residence or international school credentials

Application Deadline

January 23, 2026

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to University of Guelph on www.uoguelph.ca to apply

For more details, visit University of Guelph Scholarship webpage