International Master’s (IMSA) Awards- MA in Economics

Awarded By: University of Waterloo in Canada
Updated on Dec 9, 2024
Rekha Madi
Rekha Madi
University Research Analyst
Course: Masters
Deadline: May 18, 2025
Amount: CAD 2500
Countries:
CanadaCanada

Scholarship Overview

University of Waterloo’s International Master’s (IMSA) Awards- MA in Economics provide tuition fee reductions for international students pursuing an MA in Economics. The scholarship is merit-based, supporting students with strong academic records and an interest in economic analysis.

Applicable course, university, and country

Applicable Course

Graduate Programs

University

University of Waterloo

Country

Canada

Scholarship amount details

  • Max scholarship per student: CAD 5000
  • Equivalent in INR: Rs 150902.03
  • Conversion rate used: 1 CAD= Rs. 60.47

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

Number of students to be Awarded
Varies

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is available for Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antarctica, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Indian Ocean Territory, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Christmas Island, Cocos Islands, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Curacao, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Eswatini (formerly Swaziland), Ethiopia, Faroe Islands, Fiji, Finland, France, French Polynesia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greenland, Grenada, Guam, Guatemala, Guernsey, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, Iceland, India, 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, Luxembourg, Macao, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mayotte, Mexico, Micronesia, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, New Caledonia, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, North Korea, Northern Mariana Islands, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Pitcairn, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Republic of the Congo, Reunion, Romania, Russia, 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, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tokelau, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, U.S. Virgin Islands, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican, Venezuela, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Western Sahara, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Appication Process for this scholarship

  • Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Generally, these awards are open to undergraduate students, student groups, and clubs at the University of Waterloo who have contributed significantly to student engagement on campus.
  • Certain awards may have specific criteria, such as:
    • Specific year of study.
    • Involvement in certain types of activities.
    • Engagement in specific communities.

Scholarship Application
No separate application is needed.
Scholarship link:
https://uwaterloo.ca/graduate-studies-postdoctoral-affairs/awards/international-masters-award-excellence-imae

Application Link:
https://uwaterloo.ca/current-graduate-students/catalogs/graduate-funding-and-awards-database/international-masters-award-excellence-imae

Application Documents

Type of documents Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Application Form Required
Academic Transcripts Required
SOP Required
LOR Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume Required
Passport Copy Required

Important Dates & FAQ info

Information Date/Details
Scholarship Deadline Not Available
Contact Number 519-888-4567
Contact Email vvlasic@uwaterloo.ca

Additional Information

  • Automatic Consideration: In most cases, eligible international students applying for the MASc in Civil Engineering program will be automatically considered for the IMSA Award upon admission.
  • Separate Application: Depending on the specific rules for the current year, there may be a need for a separate application for the IMSA Award. If so, it would typically involve submitting additional documentation, such as a statement of academic achievements, letters of recommendation, and any other materials outlined in the award guidelines.

Scholarship Eligibility

  • International students who are registered full time and assessed international tuition fees.
  • Normally given to students in research-based programs (thesis or major research paper).
  • Will normally only be given to students entering the first term of their program (term 1.0).
  • Students must demonstrate academic excellence through criteria established by the Faculty.
  • Students must meet the academic progress requirements of their program and not have outstanding probationary admission requirements.
  • This award could be in addition to other internal or external scholarships (e.g., UW Graduate Scholarship, OGS, etc). Note: scholarships are different than sponsorships.
  • Normally, students should not be concurrently receiving foreign government or agency sponsorship (e.g., China Scholarship Council, Libyan sponsorship) or be fully or partially self-funded in excess of the Faculty minimum levels of support.
  • Students grandparented under the existing IMSA program cannot be nominated for an IMAE; however, a student previously awarded an IMSA for a previously completed master’s degree can be nominated for an IMAE.
  • Students will be automatically considered for this award based on their application for admission. Departments and/or Faculty will define their own internal process by which they select recipients based on the eligibility criteria and allocation.
  • Faculties may impose stricter eligibility criteria as appropriate.

Scholarship Restriction:
No Special Restriction applicable

Exams Details:

Exam Name Indicates if exam is required
IELTS Required
TOEFL Required
GRE Required
GMAT Required
PTE Required

iSchoolConnect Rating

4
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 various countries.

What is the minimum Qualification Required?
The students must have completed their secondary education and bachelors degree from a recognized institution.

What is the procedure for applying?
Students will be auto considered for the scholarship. No separate application is required.

What are the documents required for filling the forms?
Official transcripts.

What is the duration of the Scholarship?
One Time