University of Winnipeg President's Scholarship for World Leaders

The University of Winnipeg President's Scholarship for World Leaders (Graduate) supports international students entering a UWinnipeg graduate program for the first time. The official graduate scholarship page lists a C$5,000 value, leadership-based selection criteria, and a June 1 annual deadline. Qualifying year and Pre-Masters applicants are explicitly excluded on the official graduate scholarship page.

CanadaMastersPartially FundedDeadline: June 1, 2026 (graduate Fall/Winter intake cycle)

Official source: University of Winnipeg Graduate Studies • Last updated:

Quick summary

The University of Winnipeg President's Scholarship for World Leaders (Graduate) supports international students entering a UWinnipeg graduate program for the first time. The official graduate scholarship page lists a C$5,000 value, leadership-based selection criteria, and a June 1 annual deadline. Qualifying year and Pre-Masters applicants are explicitly excluded on the official graduate scholarship page.

Eligibility

Minimum GPA/grades
Merit threshold is provider/program-dependent (confirm official source)
Work experience
Requirement varies by scholarship type and provider
Field of study
Program-dependent; applicants must match eligible disciplines listed by the provider
Residency requirement
May apply for country-targeted or region-targeted schemes
Document language/translations
Certified translations/legalization may be required for non-native-language documents
Current enrollment status
Depends on call rules (new-admit vs currently-enrolled categories may differ)
Language requirements
Set by the host institution/program; accepted tests or exemptions vary by provider
Eligible nationalities
International applicants only
Degree level
Graduate entry (master's-level listing)
Study location
Canada
Academic background
Minimum 80% admission average (or equivalent) for graduate entry
Admission required
Must complete UWinnipeg graduate admission application by scholarship deadline
Program entry status
Entering first year of a graduate program
Leadership profile
Must demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities
Exclusion rule
Qualifying year and Pre-Masters students do not qualify

Benefits

Tuition
Listed as partial (confirm coverage on official source)
Health insurance
Coverage depends on scholarship conditions and host-country rules
Visa/residence support
Some schemes provide limited support; verify visa-fee or permit support on official source
Application fee
Fee policy is portal/provider-specific; confirm before submission
Tuition support
C$5,000 scholarship value for graduate students
Stipend
No monthly stipend is listed on the official graduate scholarship page
Accommodation
No automatic housing benefit is listed for this scholarship
Travel
No airfare benefit is listed for this scholarship
Other benefits
Merit and leadership-based entrance recognition at graduate level

Application process

  1. Where to apply: Use the UWinnipeg graduate scholarship page and Awards Office application link
  2. Admission first: Complete application for admission to a UWinnipeg graduate program
  3. Scholarship package: Submit completed application form plus required supporting files
  4. Documents: Include a 250-500 word personal statement, CV, and two references on leadership/extracurricular activity
  5. Submission deadline: Submit by June 1
  6. Final decision: Track official updates from the university after submission
  7. Account/nomination: Create an account or complete nomination/referral steps where the provider requires it.
  8. Selection method: Follow the provider’s official process (merit/test/interview/portfolio, as applicable).

Required documents

  • Completed scholarship application form
  • Personal statement (250-500 words)
  • CV/Resume
  • Two references addressing extracurricular/volunteer leadership
  • Complete UWinnipeg graduate admission application materials
  • Passport / national ID (if required)
  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree certificates / diplomas (if applicable)
  • Motivation letter / statement of purpose
  • Recommendation letters (if required)
  • Language test score (IELTS/TOEFL) if required
  • Certified translations (if required)
  • Portfolio / research proposal (if required)
  • Medical / health certificate (if required)

Good to know

  • This scholarship is separate from program admission and requires its own application package.
  • Only international students entering a graduate program for the first time are eligible.
  • The official graduate page uses a single annual June 1 deadline for this scholarship.

FAQ

Is the UWinnipeg President's Scholarship fully funded for graduate students?

No. The published value is C$5,000, so it is partial funding rather than full-cost coverage.

Who is not eligible under the graduate rules?

Qualifying year and Pre-Masters students are explicitly listed as not eligible.

Do I need leadership evidence?

Yes. The scholarship criteria require demonstrated exceptional leadership qualities.

What is the deadline?

The official graduate scholarship page lists June 1 as the deadline.

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