Dr. Robert John Wilson Entrance Scholarship by The Queen’s University

Brief Description

The Dr. Robert John Wilson Entrance Scholarship, established in 1989, is named after the former Chancellor of The Queen’s University, Dr. Robert John Wilson. This scholarship is awarded annually to outstanding international students who are enrolling in their first year of undergraduate studies at The Queen’s University.

Host Institution(s)

The Queen’s University, located in Kingston, Ontario, is one of Canada’s oldest and most prestigious universities. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in over 100 areas of study, including business, engineering, health sciences, and humanities. The university has a diverse and inclusive community, with active student organizations and a supportive faculty.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is open to students enrolling in any bachelor’s degree program at The Queen’s University.

Number of Awards

Each year, The Queen’s University awards up to five scholarships to exceptional international students.

Target Group

The Dr. Robert John Wilson Entrance Scholarship is open to international students from all nationalities who wish to pursue their undergraduate studies at The Queen’s University.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers all tuition and compulsory fees for four years of undergraduate study at The Queen’s University. It also includes a yearly living allowance of $16,000, renewable for up to four years, as long as the recipient maintains a high academic standing.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Dr. Robert John Wilson Entrance Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Be an international student enrolling in their first year of undergraduate studies at The Queen’s University
2. Have a minimum grade equivalent of A- in your country’s grading system
3. Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service
4. Must have an offer of admission to a Queen’s University undergraduate program

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Application Instructions

To apply for the scholarship, applicants must submit a completed application to The Queen’s University’s admission office by February 15th. The application should include academic transcripts, a resume, two letters of reference, and a personal statement highlighting the student’s achievements and community engagement. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by March 31st and will be invited to submit an additional essay and attend a virtual interview.

Official Website

To access the application form and learn more about the scholarship, visit The Queen’s University’s official website.