Summary
Carleton University offers extensive financial aid options for Canadian and international students seeking to pursue undergraduate studies in Canada for the 2027–2028 academic year. The funding programs include automatic entrance scholarships, prestige awards, international awards, and need-based bursaries aimed at reducing tuition costs and rewarding academic distinction, leadership, and community service.
- 🎓 Carleton University Scholarships 2027 are open for Canadian and international students who want to pursue undergraduate studies at Carleton University, Canada for the 2027–2028 academic session.
- 🌍 Eligibility: Students from all nationalities can apply. The scholarships support talented students through merit-based awards, need-based bursaries, leadership recognition, and financial assistance programs.
- 🏫 University: Carleton University
📚 Degree Level: Undergraduate
💰 Scholarship Coverage: Funded (Full or partial financial support)
🇨🇦 Study Country: Canada
📅 Deadline: Varies depending on the scholarship. - 💵 Financial Benefits Include:
- Full or partial tuition fee support
- Renewable scholarships for multiple years
- Merit-based financial awards
- Need-based bursaries
- Leadership and community service recognition
- Improved academic and career opportunities
- 🏅 Major Scholarship Types:
- Entrance Scholarships: Automatically considered for students entering directly from high school or CÉGEP with an admission average of 80% or above; renewable for up to four years.
- Prestige Scholarships: For students with exceptional academic performance and leadership achievements, including Chancellor’s Scholarship, Richard Lewar Entrance Scholarship, and Carleton University Scholarship of Excellence.
- 🌐 Scholarships for International Students:
- President’s Welcome Award: CAD $2,000–$5,000 for international students entering directly from high school.
- International Students’ Award: CAD $10,000 for selected international students who meet admission and tuition deposit requirements.
- Law Scholarship in Architectural Studies: CAD $10,000 for eligible students from Hong Kong and China pursuing architectural studies.
- 🇨🇦 Scholarships for Canadian Students Include:
- Carleton Capital Scholarship – CAD $2,000
- Arthur Kroeger College National Scholarships – CAD $2,000
- W.H. Collins Entrance Scholarships of Excellence – CAD $3,000
- Page Program Entrance Scholarships – CAD $1,000
- 📋 Eligibility Criteria:
- Must apply for an undergraduate program at Carleton University.
- Meet admission requirements (generally 80%+ entrance average).
- International students must pay applicable international tuition fees.
- Some scholarships require leadership experience, extracurricular activities, community service, references, or separate applications.
Designation
Undergraduate Student / Scholar
Overview Details
| Parameter | Details |
| Host University | Carleton University |
| Degree Level | Undergraduate |
| Coverage | Funded (Tuition fee support, merit awards, bursaries) |
| Eligible Nationalities | All Nationalities (Domestic & International) |
| Host Country | Canada |
| Application Deadline | Varies by scholarship type |
Research Area / Fields of Study
Scholarships are applicable across all undergraduate degree programs offered at Carleton University, including:
- Architectural Studies
- Public Affairs and Policy Management
- Earth Sciences & General Sciences
- Other undergraduate disciplines across various faculties
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Eligibility / Qualification
- Academic Threshold: Minimum admission average of 80% or higher (90%+ required for Prestige Scholarships).
- Education Background: Direct entry from high school or CÉGEP (for most standard entrance awards).
- Admission Status: Must apply and gain admission to an undergraduate degree program at Carleton University.
- International Applicants: Must meet international student admission requirements and tuition fee standards.
- Extracurriculars: Leadership involvement, extracurricular activities, and community service (required for specific prestige and merit awards).
Award Details & Financial Benefits
- Full or Partial Tuition Support: Renewable scholarships available for up to four years.
- Automatic Entrance Scholarships: Awarded to high school graduates with an average of 80%+.
- Prestige Scholarships: Includes the Chancellor’s Scholarship, Richard Lewar Entrance Scholarship, and Carleton University Scholarship of Excellence.
- International Awards:
- President’s Welcome Award: CAD $2,000 – $5,000
- International Students’ Award: CAD $10,000
- The Law Scholarship in Architectural Studies: CAD $10,000
- Program-Specific & Canadian Awards:
- Carleton Capital Scholarship: CAD $2,000
- Arthur Kroeger College National Scholarships: CAD $2,000
- W.H. Collins Entrance Scholarships of Excellence: CAD $3,000
- Need-Based Bursaries: Carleton Entrance Bursary and Leadership Entrance Bursary.
How to Apply
- Submit Admission Application: Apply to an eligible undergraduate program at Carleton University.
- Access Student Portal: Log in to the applicant portal upon receiving your application status/offer.
- Automatic Evaluation: Automatic entrance scholarships are calculated directly based on your submitted admission average.
- Separate Applications: Submit separate scholarship applications for Prestige Awards, Capital Scholarships, or need-based bursaries if applicable.
- Submit Required Documentation: Upload transcripts, CV/résumé, reference letters, and supporting forms before the respective deadlines.
Last Date to Apply
Open Now
The deadline varies depending on the specific scholarship, degree program, and applicant status (international vs. domestic). Applicants should check the specific deadlines listed on the official Carleton University portal.






