Award of Excellence

The Award of Excellence is an entrance scholarship valued at CAN $500 for international secondary school graduates entering their first year of study in an undergraduate degree at Algoma University.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Award of Excellence, students must:

Be a new international student entering Algoma University for the first time
Be enrolled full-time (12 credits per term over Fall/Winter)
Meet minimum academic performance requirements:

• A minimum B average (or country equivalent) on their previous academic record
• For international students studying in Ontario and meeting the OSSD requirements, a minimum of 75–79% on the top 6 Grade 12 U/M courses presented for admission
• For IB Diploma students, 31–33 points
• For A-Level / AS-Level students, B + C or C + C

Provide a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) before award disbursement failure to provide a SIN on time will result in revocation of the award
Students must accept the award in the year it is granted, as it cannot be deferred

Additional Information

• This award is non-renewable
• Students may combine this award with the International Scholars Degree Award, athletic awards, or other bursaries where eligible, maximizing financial support
• Students who withdraw from a course or whose course is cancelled are still required to maintain the necessary credit load.
• Students must be in good academic standing.