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About the University of Ottawa Entrance & Excellence Scholarships 2025
The University of Ottawa is opening applications for its prestigious Entrance and Excellence Scholarships 2025. These scholarships significantly reduce tuition fees for international students, specifically from Africa and other select countries, making world-class education in Canada more accessible and affordable.
The University of Ottawa, recognised for its diverse student body and academic excellence, has launched a scholarship program worth $11 million. This initiative targets incoming international students for the Fall 2025 term, offering renewable scholarships based on admission averages.
Key highlights of the program include:
- Scholarships for African students and students from India, Indonesia, Vietnam, China, South Korea, and Bangladesh.
- Applicable to eligible undergraduate programs offered in English across select faculties.
- Automatic consideration for eligible students upon enrollment.
- Scholarships cannot be combined (Entrance and Excellence Scholarships are distinct).
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Entrance & Excellence Scholarships, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a citizen of any African country or the listed eligible countries.
- Gain admission to an eligible undergraduate program offered in English for the Fall 2025 term.
- Hold a valid study permit at the start of classes.
- Be enrolled full-time in one of the eligible programs.
- Applicants enrolling in the French immersion stream or those holding dual citizenship (Canada and another country) are not eligible.
Benefits of the University of Ottawa African Scholarships 2025
Scholarship awards vary by faculty, admission average, and scholarship type.
1. Excellence Scholarships
- Awarded to top candidates with an admission average of 90% or higher.
- Competitive process with priority given to students who list the University of Ottawa as their first choice.
2. Entrance Scholarships
- Offered to all eligible students upon enrolment based on their admission average.
| Faculty | Excellence Scholarship (90%+) | Entrance Scholarship |
|---|---|---|
| Telfer School of Management | $80,000 over 4 years ($20,000/year) | $40,000 over 4 years ($10,000/year) |
| Faculty of Engineering | $100,000 over 4 years ($25,000/year) | $60,000 over 4 years ($15,000/year) |
| Faculty of Health Sciences | $70,000 over 4 years ($17,500/year) | $40,000 over 4 years ($10,000/year) |
| Faculty of Science | $70,000 over 4 years ($17,500/year) | $40,000 over 4 years ($10,000/year) |
| Faculty of Social Sciences | $70,000 over 4 years ($17,500/year) | $40,000 over 4 years ($10,000/year) |
Note: Scholarships are renewable for up to 12 terms, contingent upon maintaining academic performance.
How to Apply
1. Apply for Admission:
- Apply via the Ontario Universities’ Application Centre (OUAC-105) portal via the link below.
2. University Review Process:
- Once your application is received, the University of Ottawa will generate a student number.
- Use this student number to access the UOZone portal and submit all required documents and results for review.
3. Scholarship Offer:
- Eligible students will automatically be considered for the scholarship.
- Scholarship details, including the amount, will be included in the conditional admission offer.
Important Deadlines
- Application Deadline: March 1, 2025.
- Admission Processing: Applications must be processed by April 15, 2025.
- Scholarship recipients must begin their program in September 2025.
The University of Ottawa’s Entrance & Excellence Scholarships 2025 provide an exceptional opportunity for African students to access top-tier education at a reduced cost.
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