International Major Entrance Scholarship

Who it is for

• International Major Entrance Scholarship International Major Entrance Scholarships (IMES) are awarded to exceptional international students entering undergraduate programs at UBC.
• Students receive their IMES when they enter their first year at UBC, and the scholarships are renewable for up to three additional years of study.
• The number and level of these scholarships awarded each year vary, depending on available funding.
• For the 2026/2027 academic year, IMES awards will be valued at $10,000 - $25,000/year.
• Eligibility To be considered for the IMES, you must: Be new to UBC, entering directly from secondary school.
• Be an international student who will be studying at UBC on a Canadian study permit (student visa).
• (Changes to your citizenship status will affect your IMES eligibility.) Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and intellectual promise, as well as impressive extracurricular and community involvement.
• Not be nominated for a need-and-merit-based International Scholars award.
• Apply to UBC by the admissions deadline.