English Language Requirements for International Undergraduate Scholarships at Top Canadian Universities
The English language proficiency (ELP) requirement for international undergraduate students is generally the same for admission and scholarship consideration at top Canadian universities. Most entrance scholarships are automatically granted based on academic merit, provided the student meets the university’s general admission criteria, including the ELP standard.
Here is a list of the ELP requirements, typically using the IELTS Academic and TOEFL iBT scores, for the top 10 Canadian universities for undergraduate admission and scholarship consideration (Note: Requirements can vary slightly by program, and many other tests/exemptions are accepted. Always check the official university website for the most current and program-specific details):
University of Toronto
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 100, with a minimum of 22 in Writing.
- Conditions: For most admission-based scholarships (like the University of Toronto Scholars Program), meeting the general admission requirements, which include the ELP, is sufficient. A separate scholarship application may be required for major awards like the Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship.
University of British Columbia (UBC)
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no component less than 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 90 for the Okanagan campus and 90-100 for the Vancouver campus, with minimum sub-scores (e.g., Reading 22, Listening 22, Writing 21, Speaking 21 for the 90 overall score).
- Conditions: Students applying for the prestigious International Scholars Program must meet the ELP standard for admission, and the scholarship is heavily merit and financial need based. UBC Vantage College offers pathways for academically strong students who do not yet meet the direct admission ELP standard.
McGill University
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each component.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 90, with minimum section scores of 21 in each of the four components. Some programs may require a higher score.
- Conditions: Most entrance scholarships are automatic based on your academic record; therefore, the admission ELP requirement must be met. The Entrance Bursary Program is for students with documented financial need and requires a separate application (CSS Profile for international students), but the ELP for admission is still a prerequisite.
McMaster University
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no section less than 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 86 with a minimum of 20 in each component.
- Conditions: Students are automatically considered for most entrance scholarships based on academic merit upon applying for admission. Meeting the university's standard ELP requirement is essential for admission and subsequent scholarship consideration.
University of Alberta
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.5.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 90 with a minimum of 21 on each section.
- Conditions: The University of Alberta offers both automatic (admission-based) and application-based scholarships. To be eligible for scholarships like the International Admission Scholarship, you must meet the general ELP and academic requirements for admission.
University of Waterloo
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with Writing and Speaking minimums of 6.5 and all other bands a minimum of 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 90 with a minimum of 25 in Writing and 25 in Speaking.
- Conditions: Waterloo automatically considers international students for its entrance scholarships based on academic standing. As with other institutions, the ELP must be satisfied for admission, which is a precondition for receiving any entrance award.
Western University
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 83 with no score below 20 in any of the four sections (some programs require higher).
- Conditions: Automatic consideration for Western's admission-based scholarships requires a complete application, including evidence of meeting the ELP requirement. Some major competitive scholarships may require supplementary applications.
University of Calgary
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 86 with no section below 20.
- Conditions: For awards like the International Entrance Scholarship, applicants must have satisfied the university’s English Language Proficiency requirement and be admitted to an undergraduate degree program. Renewal is based on maintaining a minimum GPA and continuing as an international fee-paying student.
University of Ottawa
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in the writing section.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 86 with a minimum of 22 in the writing section.
- Conditions: The ELP requirement must be met for admission to be considered for any of the University of Ottawa's entrance scholarships, which are automatically assessed based on the admission application.
Queen's University
- Requirements:
- IELTS Academic: Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band below 6.0.
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum overall score of 88 with a minimum of 24 in Writing, 22 in Speaking, 22 in Reading, and 20 in Listening.
- Conditions: Queen's has a range of automatic and application-based admission scholarships. Meeting the English language requirement is a fundamental step for all international applicants to ensure their eligibility for both admission and scholarship consideration.
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