Trent University provides a limited number of highly competitive international scholarships and awards to undergraduate students.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ENTRY (no application required)

Trent University Admissions Scholarships (for incoming international undergraduate students only)

Trent University Entrance Scholarships, which are offered for academic excellence, are automatically considered for all students who apply to Trent. These are non-renewable and range in value from $1,000 to $3,000. The final average is based solely on academic topics.

Students enrolled in Trent's Year/Term Study Abroad program are not eligible for an Entrance Scholarship. Although ESL students are eligible for consideration, the award is only available for undergraduate studies (and not for ESL). The scholarship will be divided equally between the first autumn and winter terms of study.

Trent International Scholarships & Awards may be coupled with this scholarship.

Trent International Global Citizen Scholarships and Awards

Awarded to entering international students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential, and some financial need. Scholarships and Awards partially fund tuition and ancillary fees at Trent in amounts between $2,000 and $27,000 per academic year (housing excluded)*.

Trent International Program Tuition Levy Scholarship

This scholarship is funded by Trent University students through an annual levy. Based on high academic achievement and a strong record of community and/or international service, leadership and financial need. The Scholarship covers international tuition and ancillary fees of approximately $27,000 per academic year (housing excluded).

Trent-United World Colleges (UWC) Scholarships

Awarded to an international student entering Trent University from a UWC college who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential and financial need. The value of the scholarship is determined upon assessment of financial need and may extend to cover international tuition and ancillary fees of approximately $27,000 per academic year (housing excluded).

Justin Chiu International Scholarships 

Established by Justin Chiu, who benefited from the Trent experience as an international student. Awarded to entering international students from Asia who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential, and some financial need. Scholarships partially fund the costs of a Trent education in amounts between $3,000 and $15,000 per academic year.

Maple Leaf Leadership Award

Awarded to an international student entering Trent University from a Maple Leaf Education System school who demonstrates outstanding academic achievement, community service, leadership potential and financial need. The value of the award is $2,000 and is given on a one-time basis to a maximum of 5 students per year.

*housing fees (including a meal plan) may range from $9,000 to $14,100 per academic year. In addition, students need to budget approximately $2,500-$3,000 for books, supplies and pocket money.

Scholarship Eligibility

• You must be an international student who will be studying in Canada on a study permit.

• You must have applied to an undergraduate degree program at Trent University for the Fall 2023 intake.

• You must be entering Trent University from a recognized secondary school, college, or another university.

• You must meet Trent University’s admission requirements, including general and degree-specific requirements and the English Language Admission Standard.

• You must demonstrate superior academic achievement (“An average or equivalent standard).

• You must have demonstrated leadership through community service or excellence in the arts, sports, or other areas of individual achievement.

• You must upload two letters of recommendation.

• You must complete and submit the online Trent International Scholarships & Awards application by February 15, 2023, at 11:59:59pm, Eastern Time, on your MyTrent portal.

• Full application details will be available in the Trent International Scholarships & Awards application form when it opens in November 2022.

• Students do not need an offer of admission to apply for Trent International Scholarships & Awards.

• Scholarship values are subject to change.

Please provide the following information on the form:

• Information about applicant

• Financial resources and estimated costs

• Personal statement (500 words max)

• List of community service and/or extra-curricular activities (3 activities)

• 2 letters of recommendation