David Johnston International Student Entrance Scholarship- Masters

Scholarship Overview

The David Johnston International Experience Awards will pay lasting tribute to David’s unparalleled leadership as president of the University of Waterloo. These awards will celebrate his exemplary service to Canada, and will honour his commitment to promoting a better understanding among peoples of all nations. This fund was made possible by generous donations from many individuals and corporations who wished to honour David Johnston for his remarkable achievements during his 11-year term as president of the University of Waterloo.

Applicable course, university, and country

This scholarship is applicable for Masters Degree. This scholarship is applicable for the following courses in University of Waterloo in Canada

• Master of Science in Vision Science
• Master of Engineering in Chemical Engineering
• Master of Taxation
• Master of Quantitative Finance
• Master of Management Science
• MA in Economics
• Master of Applied Science in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
• Master of Engineering in Systems Design Engineering
• Master of Mathematics- Computer Science
• Masters of Engineering in Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
• Master of Applied Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Master of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering
• Master of Applied Science in Civil Engineering
• Biology – Master of Science
• Chemistry – Master of Science
• Earth Sciences – Master of Science
• Physics – Master of Science
• Kinesiology – Master of Science
• Master of Science in Public Health and Health Systems
• These scholarships are open to all incoming international undergraduate and graduate students admitted into the first year of their program in any Faculty at Waterloo

Scholarship amount details

• Max scholarship per student: CAD 5,000 => Rs 3,00,900
• Conversion rate used: 1 CAD = Rs. 60.08 (last updated 30th October 2023)
• Scholarship amount will be given: One Time
• The value of each scholarship will be $5,000

Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense	Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Application	✕ Not covered in scholarship
Tuition & Fees	✔ Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense	✕ Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation	✕ Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses	✕ Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care	✕ Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover	✕ Not covered in scholarship
Others	✕ Not covered in scholarship

Eligible student nationality

India, United States of America, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, New Zealand, Germany, Malaysia, Sweden, France, Switzerland, Netherlands, Denmark, Spain, Russia, United Arab Emirates,Ireland,Italy, Poland, Portugal, Norway, Japan, Thailand, Belgium, Armenia, Fiji, China, South Korea, Greece, Mauritius, Estonia, Luxembourg, Ukraine, South Africa, Hungary, Austria, Slovenia, Philippines, Cyprus, Bangladesh, Lithuania, Monaco, Nepal, Georgia, Hong Kong, Turkey, Malta, Bahrain, Barbados, Guyana, Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antarctica, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Belarus, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, BritishIndian Ocean Territory, British VirginIslands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, CaymanIslands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, ChristmasIsland, CocosIslands, Colombia, Comoros, CookIslands, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Curacao, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, FalklandIslands, FaroeIslands, Finland, French Polynesia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greenland, Grenada, Guam, Guatemala, Guernsey, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras,Iceland,Indonesia,Iran,Iraq,Isle of Man,Israel,Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jersey, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Macao, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, MarshallIslands, Mauritania, Mayotte, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands Antilles, New Caledonia, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, North Korea, Northern MarianaIslands, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Pitcairn, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic of the Congo, Reunion, Romania, Rwanda, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Sint Maarten, Slovakia, SolomonIslands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, Swaziland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tokelau, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turks and CaicosIslands, Tuvalu, US VirginIslands, Uganda, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican, Venezuela, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Western Sahara, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Appication Process for this scholarship

There is no need for a separate application. At the point when students enroll for the program for which this grant is available, they will be automatically considered for it.

Application Link:

Not available

Additional Information:

Students will be auto-considered for this scholarship when they apply for the courses on which this scholarship is applicable. No separate application is needed.

Application Documents:

• Applicants need to attach a personal statement referring to the application form
• High school certificates
• English language Proficiency test scores

Important Dates & FAQ info:

Info	Date
Scholarship application open	Not Available
Scholarship Deadline	Not Available
Scholarship Decision date	Not Available
Interview Date	Not Available
FAQ Link:	Not Available
Contact email:	Not Available
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Scholarship Eligibility

• A student must be admitted into the first year of their program in any Faculty at Waterloo
• Students who are receiving major financial support, ie, in excess of $20,000 per year, are not eligible for the scholarship
• International students admitted with an admission average of 80% or above will be considered

• These scholarships are open to all incoming international undergraduate and graduate students admitted into the first year of their program in any Faculty at Waterloo, with priority given to students enrolling in thesis-based programs
• Only international students who are assessed international student tuition fees will be eligible
• International students admitted with an admission average of 80% or above will be considered
• Normally, students who are receiving major financial support (ie. in excess of $7,000 per year for undergraduates or $20,000 for graduate students, not including IMSA and IDSA funding) will not be eligible for this scholarship
• The eligibility of the students to qualify for David Johnston International Student Entrance Scholarship- Masters would solely depend on the applicant’s admission to University of Waterloo Masters Degree, his/her aptitude for an overall contribution towards University of Waterloo community and of course the academic achievements.

Scholarship Restriction:

No Special Restriction applicable

Exams Details:

Exam name	Indicates if exam is required and cutoff (if any)
12th	Required
UG	Required

Additional Information:

• David Johnston International Students Entrance Scholarship will grant a few grants at $5000 yearly to exceptional international students admitted to year one of an undergraduate degree program
• Shortlisted international applicants must have an admissions average of 80% or higher. Students enrolled in programs that require a thesis-based will be given preference
• Priority given to students enrolled in Thesis-based programs

The rating is done considering various factors

Frequently Asked Questions

The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

Who can apply for the Scholarship?

The scholarship is applicable to students from all countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?

The students must have completed their bachelor’s or equivalent degree from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?

Students will be auto-considered for this scholarship when they apply for the courses on which this scholarship is applicable. No separate application is needed.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?

Official transcripts, Statement of Purpose.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?

Not available.

Can I apply for the scholarship if I am applying for a graduate program?

Indeed, the grant is available to both undergrad and graduate students who have been admitted into the first year of their program at the University of Waterloo.

How are recipients of the scholarship selected?

Shortlisted international candidates should have an admissions average of 80% or higher. Students who are signed up for programs that require a theory-based study will be given priority.