Do I need to submit a separate application to be considered for UBC's merit-based scholarships?
No, for most UBC merit-based scholarships that do not require one, you do not need a separate application. Submitting your general admission application by the deadline is enough for automatic consideration, though certain awards, such as the International Scholars Program, still ask for extra nominations or recommendation letters from you.
Applying for scholarships at UBC does not always mean extra paperwork. For most merit-based awards that are auto-considered, your general admission application already does the job.
UBC Scholarship Application Process
| Scholarship Type | Separate Application Needed |
|---|---|
| Standard merit-based scholarships | No, covered by your general admission application |
| International Scholars Program | Yes, requires nominations or recommendation letters |
| Select specific scholarships | May require a personal statement or essay |
What Happens After You Submit Everything
Once you have submitted your general application along with any extra documents a specific scholarship requires, UBC reviews your admission and your scholarship eligibility on separate timelines, so you should expect two distinct decisions rather than one combined outcome.
My Advice
Submit your general admission application well before the deadline so you are automatically in the running for most scholarships, and separately check whether any award you are especially interested in needs a nomination, recommendation letter, or personal statement from you.
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