University of Guelph, Canada, Vaccarino President Scholarship for Undergraduate

The Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President’s Scholarship is the University of Guelph’s most prestigious undergraduate entrance award dedicated to exceptional international students. Established in honour of the University’s eighth president, Dr. Franco Vaccarino, this scholarship recognizes his remarkable contributions and lasting impact on the institution. It aims to celebrate and support the brightest global learners who bring excellence, leadership, and innovation to their educational journey.

Each year, only one outstanding international student is selected to receive this highly competitive award. Valued at $42,500, the scholarship includes a summer research assistantship, personalized mentorship from one of the University’s leading professors, and guaranteed first-choice residence for the first year of study.

The scholarship seeks students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance, meaningful community involvement, and exceptional leadership abilities. Applicants should show a strong commitment to driving positive change through innovative ideas and impactful actions.

Eligible candidates must be international students entering their first semester of any undergraduate program at the University of Guelph, hold a minimum admission average equivalent to 90%, and have no previous post-secondary attendance.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents are not eligible and are encouraged to consider the President’s Scholarship or the Lincoln Alexander Chancellor’s Scholarship instead.

Key Details and Important Dates

• Application Deadline : January 23, 2026 – 4 : 00 p.m. (EST)
• Reference Letters Deadline : January 30, 2026 – 4 : 00 p.m. (EST)
• Funding Type : Partially funded
• Host Institution : University of Guelph
• Eligible Countries : Non-Canadian Citizens and PR
• Eligible Gender : Male / Female
• Target Group : Outstanding international students with leadership history and high academic achievement
• Field : Any undergraduate program of study
• Study Level : Bachelor’s degree (Undergraduate)
• Degree Required : High school diploma (equivalent to 90% Canadian average)
• Number of Opportunities : One award per year
• Duration : 1 Year
• Program Language : English
• Host Country : Canada

Scholarship Benefits

Applicants will benefit from the following items :

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must :

Have never attended any post-secondary institution

Required Documents

Applicants must have the following materials while filling out the online application form :

How to Apply?

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Further details are available on the official University of Guelph website.

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