Principal’s Scholarship by Queen’s University

Brief Description

The Principal’s Scholarship by Queen’s University is a prestigious award offered to outstanding students who demonstrate exceptional academic and leadership qualities.

Host Institution(s)

Queen’s University, one of Canada’s oldest and most renowned universities, located in Kingston, Ontario.

Level/Field of Study

The Principal’s Scholarship covers undergraduate studies in any field of study at Queen’s University.

Number of Awards

Each year, Queen’s University offers up to 70 Principal’s Scholarships to incoming undergraduate students.

Target Group

The Principal’s Scholarship is open to both Canadian and international students who have exceptional academic achievements and leadership potential.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The Principal’s Scholarship covers full tuition fees for four years of undergraduate studies at Queen’s University, an allowance for living expenses, and a $5,000 stipend for a summer internship or international experience. The total value of the scholarship is approximately $100,000.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Principal’s Scholarship,

• Applicants must have a minimum average of 90% (Canadian equivalent) or 3.8 GPA (international equivalent) in their final year of high school.
• They should also demonstrate outstanding leadership skills through their involvement in extracurricular activities, community service, and/or leadership positions.
• International students must also meet the English language proficiency requirements for admission to Queen’s University.

Also Check Out: Principal’s International Scholarship – India by Queen’s University

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a separate application for the Principal’s Scholarship along with their application for admission to Queen’s University. The application includes an essay, two reference letters, and a list of extracurricular activities and leadership positions. Shortlisted candidates may also be invited for an interview. The deadline for the scholarship application is January 15th, 2022, for the 2022-2023 academic year. It is essential to note that all application materials must be submitted by this deadline to be considered for the scholarship.

Official Website

For more information on the Principal’s Scholarship and to apply, please visit the official website.