The President's International Scholarship of Excellence is awarded to international high-school applicants who demonstrate academic excellence, commitment to volunteer work and extracurricular activities, and leadership skills. Our President’s International Scholars represent students of the highest academic calibre from around the world.
$180,000 CAD
valued over four years ($45,000/year)
20 scholarships
awarded per year

The President's International Scholars Advantage
- Connect with your peers representing different academic, geographic and cultural backgrounds. Your community of scholars will inspire, motivate and support you throughout your four years at York.
- Access tailored career support with complimentary registration for York's annual Career Ready Conference every year throughout your studies.
- Gain a community of mentors: From day one, you'll be matched with mentors who support your transition to university, answer questions and connect you to resources.
- Benefit from exclusive faculty networking: Access engagement opportunities with senior leaders and professors across our faculties, designed specifically for international scholars.
Student Guide to Apply
If you are an outstanding international student planning to begin your undergraduate studies at York University in Fall 2026, check here how you can be considered for the prestigious President’s International Scholarship of Excellence.
Educator Guide to Support Student Application
Are your top international students planning to begin undergraduate studies at York University in Fall 2026? Here's how you can support their applications for the prestigious President’s International Scholarship of Excellence (PISE).
My dream has always been to travel the world, gain diverse experiences, and broaden my horizons, and York University’s emphasis on international research, exchange opportunities, and global perspectives has inspired me to becoming involved in and contributing to this community. This scholarship will not only provide invaluable support for my education but also help me to achieve my entrepreneurial goals, invest in community, and make a meaningful impact.
Winning the President's International Scholarship of Excellence has transformed my life, particularly as a student from Bangladesh, where political instability poses significant challenges.
The pride in introducing myself as a President's International Scholar at York University has motivated me to keep pursuing my social innovation and academics. York's outstanding reputation for Computer Science with the availability of co-op was one of my primary reasons to choose this institution over any other. When I graduate, I aim to make the lives of the less privileged easier with the advancement of technology.
The President's International Scholarship of Excellence was a lifeline, empowering me to pursue my artistic aspirations without financial burden. Thank you, York University, for rekindling hope and reaffirming that dreams can indeed become reality.
Winning the President's International Scholarship of Excellence has transformed my post-secondary experience. Financial freedom has allowed me to engage with student organizations, attend events, and focus on personal growth and professional development.
The President's International Scholarship of Excellence has provided comprehensive financial support, covering tuition, living expenses, and accommodation, with a surplus remaining. This generous assistance has alleviated my family's financial burden and allowed me to devote my attention to academic pursuits.
The President's International Scholarship of Excellence has enabled me to focus on academic excellence and personal growth, and I extend my sincerest gratitude to York University for this pivotal support.
Winning the President's International Scholarship of Excellence has boosted my confidence, motivating me to excel. Upon graduation, I aspire to possess not only expertise in computer science, but also a broad-based education encompassing various disciplines.
The President's International Scholarship of Excellence would provide significant financial relief, enabling me to devote my full attention to academic and professional development, free from the constraints of financial stress.
I conducted extensive research on Canadian universities offering international scholarships. York University emerged as a premier choice, providing unparalleled financial assistance for international students, exceeding that of local institutions where residence fees would not be a consideration.
The International Entrance Scholarship and President's International Scholarship of Excellence have collectively enabled me to realize my aspiration of studying abroad, with York University providing comprehensive financial support encompassing tuition, housing, health plan, and meal plan.This exceptional support enables me to pursue my passion for filmmaking at one of Canada's premier institutions.
I have always acknowledged the privilege I have compared to others from my homeland. I wanted to make sure I gave back to my community, which is where my idea of building a school and providing health care came to be. York provided an environment that I felt fit my personality and ideas. It offered a major that spoke to me and had something I knew I would be passionate about.
I'm proud of how far I've come. Receiving this scholarship and studying engineering at York University was once unimaginable, now it's my reality. I'm committed to honoring this opportunity through hard work, focus, and excellence.
Daughters For Life Foundation Scholarship
Since I come from a region that was and still is highly affected by war, I wouldn't have been able to attend York University without the full scholarship I received. It's not just "another opportunity" for me, it's genuinely a life-changing one that I'm thankful for.
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