International Scholarships are open to BC post-secondary students studying abroad. These scholarships are for programs that are either:

  1. a formal part of a credential program at a student’s home institution or carry academic credit recognized by their home institution; or
  2. an experiential learning opportunity, typically less than four months in length, involving language acquisition and/or cultural training. (It is not necessary for the program to carry academic credit.)

Starting in 2023 Langara will be offering study, volunteer, and work abroad opportunities that may meet the requirements for the One World International Scholarship program. Learn more about study abroad and work abroad.

Eligibility Criteria

Scholarships are available to students who:

  • are studying abroad (outside Canada and USA) for no longer than one year between February 1, 2024 and April 30, 2025.
    • First Nations, Metis, Inuk students are eligible to participate in study programs offered by credit-granting Indigenous institutions in the USA.
  • are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident (landed immigrant), convention refugee, or protected person living in Canada.
  • are a resident of British Columbia, defined as having a primary residence in the province for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the date of full-time enrollment in the program for which the scholarship is applied for.
  • have clearly demonstrated significant community and/or school involvement and academic achievement (supported by a reference).
  • have been enrolled full-time in a Regular or Continuing Studies program for at least one year.
  • have been accepted into an eligible international program and are not planning to complete their international experience in a country from which the student has immigrated within the past 5 years.
  • have not previously received a One World International Scholarship or a Premier’s International Scholarship.
  • plan to begin their international experience prior to May 1, 2025.

If you meet the above criteria, please apply by completing the steps outlined below.

Steps to Apply

  1. Review the eligibility and selection criteria listed on the application form;
  2. Obtain “unofficial” transcripts of all your post-secondary studies (in British Columbia and elsewhere);
  3. Obtain one reference using the form included with the application, who can comment on your accomplishments, character, and motivations and confirm your participation in community and/or school activities.
  4. Submit the completed application including your transcripts and reference form to the Langara Financial Aid office via email: finaid@langara.ca.

It is the student’s responsibility to ensure this application is completed in-full. Applications submitted that are missing information may result in disqualification.

If you have any questions, please contact the Langara Financial Aid Office at 604.323.5376 or finaid@langara.ca.

Upcoming Deadlines

The One World Scholarship has multiple deadlines throughout the year to account for our different study-abroad opportunities. Upcoming deadlines are:

  • Friday, November 29, 2024 (Deadline Extended)
  • Friday, January 10, 2025