Summary
Carleton University offers one of Canada’s most generous financial aid programs to support undergraduate students for the 2027–2028 academic year. Open to both domestic Canadian students and international applicants, these funded scholarship opportunities range from automatic merit-based entrance awards to prestige grants and need-based bursaries designed to significantly reduce the cost of higher education.
- 🎓 Carleton University Scholarships 2027 in Canada are open for Canadian and international students seeking undergraduate education during the 2027–2028 academic session.
- 🌍 Eligible Applicants: Students from all nationalities can apply for these funded scholarship opportunities at entity[“organization”,”Carleton University”,”public university in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada”].
- 💰 Scholarship Benefits: The funding includes full or partial tuition fee support, renewable scholarships, merit-based awards, need-based bursaries, leadership recognition, and enhanced academic opportunities.
- 🏆 Types of Scholarships Available:
- Automatic Entrance Scholarships for students with an admission average of 80% or above.
- Prestige Scholarships for outstanding academic and leadership achievements.
- International Student Scholarships and Canadian student awards.
- Need-based bursaries and financial assistance programs.
- 🌟 International Student Awards:
- President’s Welcome Award: CAD $2,000–$5,000 for eligible international students.
- International Students’ Award: CAD $10,000 for selected foreign students.
- Law Scholarship in Architectural Studies: CAD $10,000 for eligible students from Hong Kong and China studying architecture.
Designation
Undergraduate Student / Entrance Scholar
Quick Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Host Institution | Carleton University |
| Degree Level | Undergraduate |
| Funding Level | Funded (Partial to Full Tuition Support) |
| Eligible Nationalities | All Nationalities (Canadian & International) |
| Host Country | Canada |
| Application Deadline | Varies by scholarship type |
Research Area / Field of Study
Undergraduate degree programs offered by Carleton University across various faculties, including:
- Bachelor of Architectural Studies
- Bachelor of Public Affairs and Policy Management
- Bachelor of Science in Earth Sciences
- All standard high school/CÉGEP entry undergraduate fields
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (Carleton University Campus)
Eligibility / Qualification
- Academic Threshold: Minimum admission average of 80% or above for automatic entrance scholarships; 90% or above for Prestige Scholarships.
- Student Status: Applying for direct admission into an undergraduate degree program straight out of high school or CÉGEP.
- Nationality: Open to both Canadian citizens/permanent residents and international students (international applicants must fulfill international fee-paying requirements).
- Additional Criteria: Certain specialized awards require demonstrated leadership, community involvement, extracurricular activities, or verified financial need.
Award Details & Funding Coverage
1. Entrance Scholarships (Automatic)
- Awarded automatically based on high school admission averages of 80% or higher.
- Renewable for up to 4 years provided academic standing is maintained.
2. Prestige Scholarships (Application Required)
- Awards: Chancellor’s Scholarship, Richard Lewar Entrance Scholarship, Carleton University Scholarship of Excellence.
- Requires a 90%+ admission average, leadership resume, scholarship application, and reference letter.
3. International Student Awards
- President’s Welcome Award: CAD $2,000 – $5,000 (Automatic consideration upon admission).
- International Students’ Award: CAD $10,000 (Requires accepting offer and paying tuition deposit by deadline).
- Law Scholarship in Architectural Studies: CAD $10,000 (For eligible students from Hong Kong/China entering Architectural Studies; separate application required).
4. Canadian Student & Need-Based Awards
- Carleton Capital Scholarship: CAD $2,000.
- Arthur Kroeger College National Scholarships: CAD $2,000 (Public Affairs & Policy Management).
- W.H. Collins Entrance Scholarships of Excellence: CAD $3,000 (Earth Sciences).
- Entrance & Leadership Bursaries: Available for students demonstrating financial need.
Required Documents
- Completed scholarship application form (where applicable)
- Official academic transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume highlighting leadership and extracurriculars
- Reference letters (for Prestige awards)
- Valid Passport copy / Identification
- Proof of English language proficiency (for international applicants)
How to Apply
- Submit Admission Application: Apply to an eligible undergraduate program at Carleton University.
- Access Student Portal: Receive your login details for the Carleton applicant portal and check your offer status.
- Automatic Evaluation: Your high school grades will automatically qualify you for standard entrance awards upon admission.
- Submit Specific Award Applications: For Prestige Scholarships or need-based bursaries, complete separate application forms via the portal.
- Upload Documents: Submit required references, essays, and supporting documents prior to the specific award deadlines.
Last Date to Apply
Open Now
Varies by scholarship. While automatic entrance awards are assessed during admission processing, Prestige Scholarships and specific bursaries have individual early deadlines throughout the admission cycle. Candidates are encouraged to apply early.
