Below is information on scholarships for students who wish to study or do research in Canada. If you are looking for scholarships available for outgoing Carleton exchange students, please find out more on the Costs and Funding Page.

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International Graduate Student Award (up to $500)

Application deadline: has closed 

The GSA International Student Award was created to help alleviate the financial burdens international students incur while obtaining university degrees. The GSA recognizes that international graduate students make a significant contribution to graduate student life on campus while facing additional financial barriers, including much higher tuition fees and limited rights to work off-campus. Applicants must be members of the GSA. Please complete the application at the GSA Awards website.

For any questions email occ@gsacarleton.ca or gsa@gsacarleton.ca


Marie Odette Gabrielle Clay Memorial Award ($1,300)

Details coming soon for 2024-2025

Awarded annually to an undergraduate international student, who is a) proceeding from one year to another, and b) has been involved in student life. Recipients are selected by members of the International Student Services Office.

Donor: Friends and family of Marie Odette Gabrielle Clay, B.A. 1988. Endowed 2000.

Application details:  Submit your resume, cover letter and copy of your transcript to isso@carleton.ca.

The successful recipient will be notified by the Awards Office mid-March.


International House Award ($850)

Details coming soon for 2024-2025

Awarded to an international undergraduate student who is a) in his/her graduating year attending Carleton University on a student visa who, and b) in addition to maintaining the academic levels of the degree program, has been an active participant in extracurricular activities in the University. Recipients are selected by members of the International Student Services Office.

Donor: International House. Endowed 1972.

Application details:  Submit your resume, cover letter and copy of your transcript to isso@carleton.ca.

The successful recipient will be notified by the Awards Office mid-March.


Richard Van Loon Scholarship ($5,000) – NOW OPEN!

Application deadline:  February 1, 2025

Awarded annually, on the recommendation of the Richard J. Van Loon Scholarship Committee, this scholarship is intended for an outstanding international student from an African country. Eligible recipients will be full-time students proceeding from one year to another in any program at Carleton University with a valid study permit. Consideration will be given to students in financial need. The application form can be found on the Awards Office website.


Ontario Remembrance Scholarship ($10,000) – NOW OPEN!

Application deadline:  February 1, 2025

Carleton University has been provided one (1) dedicated scholarship to be awarded to a student pursuing an undergraduate-level program of study, based on demonstrated financial need and merit, which includes academic achievement and leadership demonstrated through extra-curricular activities and community involvement. The scholarship is valued at $10,000 for the 2024-2025 academic year. The application form can be found on the Awards Office website.


Ontario-Ukraine Solidarity Scholarship ($10,000) – NOW OPEN!

Application deadline:  February 1, 2025

Carleton University has been provided four (4) competitive scholarships to be awarded based on financial need and merit, which includes academic achievement, community service and/or perseverance of dedication to their education, to full-time students impacted by the Ukrainian conflict and students impacted by other conflicts. The scholarships are valued at $10,000 each for the 2024-2025 academic year only (i.e., cannot be deferred to a later academic year). The application form can be found on the Awards Office website.


For additional scholarship opportunities outside of the GAC International Scholarships Program, please visit the websites below which may include scholarship mechanisms of interest to you.

Other Scholarship Options

Visit the Awards Office site for student scholarship, bursary and loan information.   The Awards Office is located on 2nd floor of Robertson Hall or you can email awards@carleton.ca 

For additional scholarship opportunities outside of the DFATD International Scholarships Program, please visit the websites below which may include scholarship mechanisms of interest to you.

For Canadian and International Students and Faculty:

For Canadian Students and Faculty Only:

For International Students and Faculty Only:

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list.