International Master's (IMSA) Awards-Master of Applied Science in Civil Engineering

International Master’s (IMSA) Awards-Master of Applied Science in Civil Engineering

Awarded By: University of Waterloo

Updated on Nov 18, 2024

Rekha Madi

University Research Analyst

Scholarship Overview

The International Masters Award of Excellence, worth $2,500 in keeping with term for a most of 5 complete-time terms within the allowable application deadlines (6 phrases), may be presented to eligible worldwide grasps students generally getting into a studies-based graduate program at the University of Waterloo. Faculties will nominate eligible college students primarily based on the Facultys award allocation. Students will be decided on based totally on instructional excellence as proven through their utility for admission to the graduate application.

Applicable course, university, and country

This scholarship is applicable for a Masters Degree.
This scholarship is applicable for the Master of Applied Science in Civil Engineering at the University of Waterloo in Canada.

Scholarship amount details

Max scholarship per student: CAD 1,000 => Rs 152500
Conversion rate used: 1 CAD = Rs. 60.75

Scholarship amount will be given: Every Trimester
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/current-graduate-students/catalogs/graduate-funding-and-awards-database/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 Document	Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Academic Transcripts	Required
Proof of English Proficiency	Required
Personal Statement/Essay	Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume	Required
Letters of Recommendation	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 masters 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 and Cutoff (if any)
12	Required
UG	Required
TOEFL	Required
IELTS	Required
PTE	Required

Exam Name Indicates if Exam is Required and Cutoff (if any)

12 Required

UG Required

TOEFL Required

IELTS 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 is eligible for the IMSA Award?
The IMSA Award is available for international students who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents and are pursuing a full-time Masters degree, such as the MASc in Civil Engineering, at the University of Waterloo.

Do I need to apply separately for the IMSA Award?
Generally, no separate application is required. Eligible students are automatically considered for the IMSA Award upon admission to the MASc program. However, its recommended to check the current years guidelines to ensure there are no additional steps required.

What is the value of the IMSA Award?
The award amount varies by year but is intended to help offset the international tuition fees for graduate students. For specific award values, you can refer to the Graduate Studies section on the University of Waterloos website.

What criteria are used to select IMSA Award recipients?
Selection is based on several factors, primarily academic performance (such as GPA), research potential, and impact on the university community. Strong references and a solid academic background in civil engineering or a related field also contribute to selection.