The International Tuition Award assists international graduate students with their tuition fees if they are registered full-time in research-oriented master’s and doctoral programs at the University of British Columbia’s Vancouver campus. This award provides financial support to help offset the cost of international tuition for eligible students.
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world. UBC’s Vancouver campus offers a wide range of graduate programs and fosters a diverse academic community.
International Tuition Award Benefits
- Up to $3,200 per year
International Tuition Award Eligibility Criteria
- Students must be assessed international tuition fees.
- Students must be registered full-time in one of the included graduate programs.
- Students who receive external funding for tuition equal to or higher than the award value are not eligible.
- Students who receive the staff tuition waiver are not eligible.
- Indigenous students receiving Band funding are eligible.
How to Apply for International Tuition Award?
- New students must register for courses in the upcoming term.
- Students do not need to apply; eligible students are automatically considered.
- Awards are assigned on Workday and can be viewed there.
- Students must verify eligibility and accept the scholarship online via Workday.
- The scholarship is paid in 3 equal instalments per year.
- Contact the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies if not assigned the award and you believe you are eligible.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the International Tuition Award. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply for this tuition assistance at UBC.
What is the International Tuition Award?
The International Tuition Award assists international graduate students with their tuition fees if they are registered full-time in research-oriented master’s and doctoral programs at UBC’s Vancouver campus.
What is the value of the award?
The award provides up to $3,200 per year to help offset international tuition fees for eligible students.
Who is eligible for the International Tuition Award?
Eligible students are those assessed international tuition fees and registered full-time in an included graduate program at UBC Vancouver. Students receiving certain external tuition funding or a staff tuition waiver are not eligible.
Do I need to apply for this award?
No, students do not need to apply. All eligible international students are automatically considered. Awards are assigned via the Workday system.
How is the award paid?
The scholarship is paid in three equal instalments—one at the beginning of each term (September, January, and May).
What happens if I become a Permanent Resident?
Students who become Landed Immigrants or Permanent Residents are required to provide documentation. Their tuition assessment changes to domestic fees, and they are no longer eligible for the International Tuition Award from that point.
What if I receive external funding?
If you receive external tuition funding equal to or higher than the award value, you are not eligible. If external funding is lower, your International Tuition Award will be reduced by that amount.
What should I do if I haven’t received the award?
Students who have not been assigned the award by the start of the term and believe they are eligible should contact the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, including their student number.
Which programs are included?
Students must be in an included graduate program. Check the graduate program listing under Graduate Degree Programs on the UBC website for specific program eligibility and award amounts.
Is there a deadline for this award?
The award consideration is likely in December 2026, but eligible students are automatically assessed; no separate application deadline exists.
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