Trent International Undergraduate Scholarships and Awards

Trent University Entrance Scholarships (for incoming international undergraduate students only) - no application required

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All students applying to Trent are automatically considered for Trent University entrance scholarships, awarded for academic excellence. These range in value from $1,000 to $3,000 and are non-renewable. Final average calculated on academic subjects only.

Students on a Year/Term Study Abroad at Trent are not eligible for entrance scholarships. ESL students are eligible for consideration, however the scholarship is tenable for undergraduate studies (and not for ESL). The scholarship amount will be split between the first fall and winter terms of studies.

The scholarship can be combined with Trent International Scholarships & Awards.

IB Entrance Scholarships

All international students applying for admission to Trent on the basis of IB diploma are automatically considered for an IB Entrance Scholarship. To qualify for a $1,000 IB Entrance Scholarship, students must complete an IB diploma. The scholarship can be combined with a Trent University Entrance Scholarship and Trent International Global Citizen Awards. The scholarship amount will be given in the first term of studies.

Our current scholarship application cycle is for 2023-24 intake.

Trent International Global Citizen Scholarships and Awards 

This renewable scholarship is awarded to entering international students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential, and some financial need. Global Citizen Scholarships and Awards fund tuition and mandatory ancillary fees at Trent in amounts up to $30,000 per academic year, and up to $120,000 over a 4-year degree.  

Trent International Program Tuition Levy Scholarship 

This renewable scholarship is funded by Trent University students through an annual levy. Based on high academic achievement and a strong record of community and/or international service, leadership and financial need, this scholarship covers international tuition and ancillary fees of up to $30,000 per academic year, and up to $120,000 over a 4-year degree. 

Moore Family International Scholarship 

Established through a generous donation by long-time Trent supporters David and Joan Moore, this new scholarship will offer a recurring scholarship of $12,000 annually, up to a maximum of $48,000 for three students from outside of North America.  It will be awarded based on outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential, and financial need.  

Justin Chiu International Scholarships  

This scholarship was established by Justin Chiu, who benefited from the Trent experience as an international student. Awarded to entering international students from Asia who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential, and some financial need. Scholarships partially fund the costs of a Trent education in amounts between $3,000 and $15,000 per academic year. 

Trent-United World Colleges (UWC) Scholarships 

Awarded to an international student entering Trent University from a UWC college who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential and financial need. The value of the scholarship is determined upon assessment of financial need and may extend to cover international tuition and ancillary fees of up to $30,000 per academic year. 

Maple Leaf Leadership Award 

Awarded to an international student entering Trent University from a Maple Leaf Education System school who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential and financial need. The value of the award is $2,000 and is given on a one-time basis to a maximum of 5 students per year. 

Are you a new student starting in September 2023? Apply for the Trent International Scholarships and Awards

How to apply: Click on the "Scholarship Eligibility and Application Information" link on the right side of the page and submit your application by February 15, 2023 

Each international scholarship applicant only needs to submit one Trent International Scholarship application. An applicant will be automatically assessed his/her qualifications for each of the above scholarships. 

Important Dates

November 1, 2022         Application for Trent International Scholarships & Awards opens 

February 1, 2023          Latest date to submit your application for undergraduate admission 

February 15, 2023        Trent International Scholarships & Awards application deadline 

April 28, 2023                Award winners will be notified of the decision 

CAEL Scholarship

CAEL CE is the leading academic English proficiency test for study in Canada that is accepted by all major English-language Canadian institutions. CAEL offers two scholarships for international students: $5,000 each, one to a student currently studying in Canada and one to a student currently studying overseas. To learn more and how to apply, visit cael.ca/scholarships

Western Union

More information on scholarships, awards, and bursaries for current undergraduate international students can be found here: https://www.trentu.ca/currentstudents/international/finances/scholarships-and-bursaries

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