Canada
Canada
UBC International Leader of Tomorrow Award (Karen McKellin ILOT)
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Bachelor
Fully funded
Award
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Deadline
December 1, 2025
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Duration
4 Years
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Funding type
Fully funded
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About this scholarship
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Prestigious scholarship for exceptional international students who combine academics, leadership, and community impact, yet face financial constraints. Does not require the student to choose; UBC assesses automatically if eligible. Approximately 35 awards are made annually across all International Scholars categories.
Scholarship details
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Study level
Bachelor
Field of study
Arts & Humanities
Host country
Canada
Competition
Medium
Opens
November 15, 2025
Eligibility
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The eligibility criteria is as follows:
- International (non-Canadian) students entering their first undergraduate degree at UBC.
- Outstanding academic performance (A average or equivalent).
- Demonstrated leadership, community involvement, and financial need.
Must be nominated by their school.
Application requirements
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The requirements are as follows:
- School nomination (e.g., by principal or counselor).
- Submit UBC admission application by Dec 1.
- Submit ILOT application with financial documentation, leadership essays, references, transcripts.
Maintain university-level academic standing to renew.
What is covered
Tuition, living costs, and other expenses included in this award.
The scholarship includes coverage for:
- Covers tuition, fees, and living expenses—scaled to demonstrated financial need.
Renewable annually for up to 4 years (or 5 for five-year programs) with satisfactory academic progress.