Congratulations to York University's 2024 International Scholarship Winners
Celebrating Excellence
At York, we are continually inspired by our global applicants who demonstrate their academic excellence, community leadership and resilience in the pursuit of a university education.
Join us in congratulating and celebrating a selection of this year's scholars, honoured with York University's most prestigious renewable awards for international students. It is our pleasure to welcome this year's winners to join us in achieving their post-secondary goals.
President’s International Scholarship of Excellence
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. Recipients will represent a variety of regions around the world and will be referred to as 'President's International Scholars'.
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.
Tentanda Via Award
The Tentanda Via Award recognizes undergraduate students who have demonstrated resilience in overcoming significant personal barriers in the pursuit of a university education and changemakers who are committed to progressive and sustainable development issues.
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.
The Tentanda Via Award has has substantially reduced my financial burden, enabling me to concentrate on my studies. I'm deeply passionate about mental health, having witnessed firsthand the devastating impact it can have on individuals and families. This motivated me to pursue a degree in the field, driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference.
The Tentanda Via award enables me to focus on my studies, free from the constant stress of financial constraints. Moreover, York's extensive student support services convinced me that I'll thrive in an environment conducive to both academic success and personal growth.
The Tentanda Via award has fueled my academic drive and determination. It's also connected me with peers and campus life. My core motivation was to share the untold story of my people's struggle and bravery in pursuit of freedom.
The Tentanda Via award has significantly enhanced my post-secondary experience, especially given the unavailability of Actuarial Science programs in my home country. This award has not only turned my dream of studying Actuarial Science into reality but also instilled a strong motivation to excel academically, driven by my desire to honor the investment in my education.
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.
The Tentanda Via Award has expanded my horizons. After graduation, I plan to start a social enterprise providing accessible and affordable sanitary products to those struggling due to economic instability and rising costs of essential items.
I am very passionate about our environment and education. The Tentanda Via Award will connect me with fellow changemakers and also help me stay motivated to create change. Post-graduation, I plan to establish a nonprofit in my home country, equipping students with vital hard and soft skills for future success.
Daughters For Life Foundation Scholarship
The Daughters for Life Foundation is a Canadian registered charity that creates accessible education opportunities for young women from the Middle East and helps them uncover their powerful potential to be the voices of equality, leaders of development, and agents of change in their communities.
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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