University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship 2027
The University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship 2027 is a full-cost undergraduate award for eligible IB Diploma students from Aga Khan Academies. It covers the total cost of tuition and non-instructional fees for four years and provides up to CAD 28,000 per year toward living expenses. Applicants must first apply to an undergraduate programme and submit the application-based entrance-award form by 10 January 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time.
University of Alberta, Canada
First-year undergraduate
Tuition, fees + living support
10 January 2027, 11:59 p.m. MT
Funding and benefits
- Total tuition costs for four years.
- Non-instructional fees for four years.
- Up to CAD 28,000 per year for living expenses.
The university does not state on the public page whether the living allowance is paid at the maximum amount to every recipient. Applicants should rely on the final award offer for the exact living-support amount and payment conditions.
Eligibility
- Enter the first year of a University of Alberta undergraduate degree.
- Be completing the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
- Come from an Aga Khan Academy operating under the AKA agency of the Aga Khan Development Network.
- Plan to study in Canada on a student visa permit.
- Demonstrate superior academic achievement and strong IB Diploma standing.
- Demonstrate financial need and leadership.
This is a narrowly targeted scholarship. Attendance at another IB school does not by itself satisfy the published Aga Khan Academy requirement.
Application fee and scholarship enquiries
The undergraduate admission application costs CAD 150 for new applicants and CAD 100 for current or former University of Alberta students. The fee is non-refundable; professional programmes may charge different fees. The public scholarship page does not promise an admission-fee waiver. For questions specific to the Global Citizen Scholarship, contact welcome@ualberta.ca.
Required documents and information
- University of Alberta undergraduate admission application.
- Academic history and transcripts requested through Launchpad.
- IB Diploma records or predicted/final results as requested.
- Proof of English-language proficiency, unless an official exemption applies.
- Completed application-based entrance-award form in the Awards Hub.
- Responses describing leadership, academic achievement, community contribution and financial need.
- Any programme-specific or applicant-specific documents listed in Launchpad or Awards Hub.
The public scholarship page does not publish a complete standalone document list, essay prompts or word limits. The live applicant portals are the authoritative checklist.
How to apply
- Confirm that your school is an eligible Aga Khan Academy under the published criteria.
- Select an undergraduate programme and review its required high-school subjects.
- Apply for Fall 2027 undergraduate admission to the University of Alberta.
- Check Launchpad and provide the requested transcript, IB and English-language documents.
- Sign in to Awards Hub using your University of Alberta CCID and password. Complete the General Application and Entrance Scholarship Application required for students entering directly from high school.
- Use concrete examples to demonstrate academic strength, leadership, service, impact and financial need.
- Submit the award application by 10 January 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time.
Deadline
Scholarship deadline: 10 January 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time. The Fall 2027 admission, award and residence applications opened on 1 October 2026. Applicants must apply for an undergraduate programme before they can submit the entrance-award application.
The scholarship deadline is earlier than the 1 March 2027 general admission deadline for most programmes. These deadlines are not interchangeable.
Selection process
The published selection factors are superior academics, strong IB Diploma standing, demonstrated financial need and leadership. The university uses its single application-based entrance-award form to assess candidates for matching awards. Offers begin in early winter. The public page does not state how many Global Citizen Scholarships are awarded, whether interviews are used or the exact decision date.
English-language requirements
Applicants must meet the University of Alberta’s English-language requirement through an accepted test, approved coursework, recognized previous education in English or the university’s Bridging Program. The precise route depends on the applicant’s educational background and programme; check the current international admission page and Launchpad.
Practical applicant tips
- Start the admission application early so you have time to access Awards Hub.
- Clearly connect leadership activities with measurable benefits to your school or community.
- Explain financial need factually and consistently with any supporting information requested.
- Use strong IB work and projects to demonstrate academic curiosity and readiness.
- Do not assume that attending any IB school is enough; verify the Aga Khan Academy restriction.
Frequently asked questions
Is the University of Alberta Global Citizen Scholarship fully funded?
It covers the total cost of tuition and non-instructional fees for four years and provides up to CAD 28,000 per year for living expenses.
Can students from any IB school apply?
No. The official description restricts eligibility to students from Aga Khan Academies operating under the specified AKA agency.
Is financial need considered?
Yes. Demonstrated financial need is one of the published selection factors.
Is a separate scholarship application required?
Yes. Applicants first apply for undergraduate admission and then complete the single application-based entrance-award form.
What is the deadline time?
The deadline is 10 January 2027 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time.
Related opportunities
- University of Alberta International Distinction Scholarship 2027
- UBC International Scholars Program 2027
- Lester B. Pearson Scholarship 2027
- McGill Major Entrance Scholarships 2027
Official sources
- University of Alberta: international entrance scholarships
- University of Alberta: Fall 2027 dates and deadlines
- University of Alberta: international admission requirements
- University of Alberta: scholarship application tips
ScholarshipHubNow verified these details against official University of Alberta pages on 8 October 2026. Check the live portal before submitting.
