York World Scholars at York University, Canada

York University invites international students to apply for the York World Scholars (YWS) program. It is designed for high-achieving students with strong oral and written communication skills who want to pursue a double major, combining two programs into a unique degree. The double major can be in the humanities, social sciences, languages, or professional fields.

• Host: York University, Canada
• Level: Double Major Bachelor's degree
• Study destination: Canada
• Deadline: 20 April 2016
• Awards: 3
• Tuition waiver up to $20,000 for top three scholars
• Additional scholarships up to $2500 for GPA 80% or above

York University, Canada

Double Major Bachelor's degree in one of the following combinations:

• Economics and Political Science
• Finance and Business Economics
• Cognitive Science and Information Technology
• English and Professional Writing
• Human Rights & Equity Studies and Anthropology
• Sociology/Geography and Urban Studies
• International Development Studies and Geography
• History and Political Science

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International students

The top three World Scholars will receive a tuition waiver of up to $20,000. Those with a Grade Point Average of 80% or above will be eligible for scholarships up to $2500. Subject to satisfactory progress, the awards are tenable for up to three years.

As a York World Scholar applicant, you will also be automatically considered for the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies International Student Entrance Scholarship. Eligible candidates with a Grade Point Average (GPA) between 90% and 94.9% will receive $2,000; candidates with a GPA of 95% or higher will receive $3000.

You must meet York's international admission requirements, found here: futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/international

This program suits international students with strong academic records and clear communication skills who want to combine two fields of study into one degree. If you are aiming for a double major in the humanities, social sciences, languages, or professional fields, and you meet York's international admission requirements, you should consider applying.

Applications are currently closed.

International applicants can apply through the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC) (if they are interested in applying to other Ontario Universities) OR they can use the York online application (if they are interested in applying to York only). After submitting the OUAC application, two statements of interest are required:

a. A statement of 400 words describing the double major combination you have chosen and why.
b. A statement of 200 words explaining who you envision yourself to be in the next five years.

The OUAC application and both statements are due no later than 20 April 2016.

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

• Who can apply? International students who meet York's international admission requirements.
• What does the scholarship cover? The top three World Scholars receive a tuition waiver of up to $20,000. Those with a GPA of 80% or above may be eligible for scholarships up to $2500. Awards are tenable for up to three years.
• What is the deadline? The OUAC application and both statements are due no later than 20 April 2016.
• How do I apply? Apply through OUAC or the York online application, then submit two statements of interest: one of 400 words and one of 200 words.

• Read the official guidelines and admission requirements carefully before starting.
• Prepare your statements of interest early and give yourself time to revise.
• Check whether you need to apply through OUAC or the York online application.
• Ensure you meet English language requirements if applicable.
• Submit all documents well before the deadline.