Scholarship Overview
Douglas College International Student Scholarships offer a significant opportunity for international students to embark on their undergraduate studies in British Columbia, Canada. Established in 2017, these scholarships aim to ease the financial burden on international students who demonstrate academic excellence and are involved in athletic activities. With an award covering up to CAD 7,000 of tuition fees, Douglas College commits to supporting the academic and athletic pursuits of up to five recipients each academic year, bridging the gap between international and domestic student tuition fees.
Host Institution(s)
Douglas College, a premier post-secondary institution in British Columbia, Canada, serves as the host for these scholarships. Renowned for its focus on career-oriented education and comprehensive program offerings, Douglas College is dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment for students from around the globe.
Level(s)/Field(s)
The scholarship is open to students enrolling in undergraduate programs across a diverse range of fields, including but not limited to Child, Family & Community Studies, Commerce & Business Administration, Health Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Science & Technology. Douglas College offers specialties like Social Work, Nursing, Criminology, Psychology, and Sport Science, among others, ensuring a wide array of academic paths for scholarship recipients.
Scholarship Value
The Douglas College International Student Scholarship provides financial support of up to CAD 7,000 towards tuition fees for the academic year. This award is divided equally between the Fall and Winter semesters, offering a substantial contribution to the educational expenses of international students and recognizing their academic and athletic contributions to the college community.
Eligibility
Eligible candidates for the Douglas College International Student Scholarship must meet several criteria, including possessing a High School Diploma with a minimum 60% GPA or equivalent. Applicants are required to meet English Language proficiency standards, with a minimum score of 83 on the TOEFL iBT or an overall band score of 6.5 on the IELTS Academic module. The scholarship targets international students from any country, emphasizing the importance of diversity and inclusion within the Douglas College community.
Application Instructions
Interested students must first secure an admission offer from Douglas College. Following admission, candidates can apply for the scholarship by downloading and completing the application form. Required documents, including the completed application form, international waiver, passport and study permit scans (if applicable), transcripts, proof of graduation, English language proficiency proof, and a non-refundable CAD 100 application fee receipt, should be submitted to Douglas College International Admissions. The application deadlines are set for January 31, May 31, and September 30 annually, and prospective applicants are encouraged to contact Douglas International at dciadmissions@douglascollege.ca to confirm program availability before making the application fee payment.