About the Scholarship Scheme
Outstanding academic achievement in secondary school (Straight As in WAEC/NECO or Cambridge A-Levels).
100% Full Tuition Waiver with zero out-of-pocket tuition liability.
Monthly living allowance deposited directly into your bank account.
Roundtrip economy flights from your home country included.
Full international health surcharge / NHS medical insurance covered.
Zero application fees ($0 / ₦0) on the official provider portal.
Exclusive alumni network spanning global corporate & policy leaders.
Institutional Profile & Rules
Scholarship Funding & Complete Benefits
Comprehensive breakdown of all expenses covered under this award.
100% Tuition Fees Coverage
CAD $10,000 to $20,000 annual renewable tuition scholarship for up to 4 years of undergraduate study
Zero Tuition LiabilityMonthly Living Allowance
Subsidized on-campus residence guarantee in Vancouver
Direct DepositInternational Travel
Eligible for UBC International Work Learn on-campus employment
Roundtrip CoveredMedical & Health Cover
iMed temporary medical insurance + BC Medical Services Plan (MSP)
Full Surcharge PaidArrival Grant & Research Allowance
Automatic consideration upon submitting general undergraduate admission application by deadline
Relocation SupportApplication Fee ($0 Guarantee)
UBC International undergraduate application fee (CAD $125)
$0 / ₦0 VerifiedYour Profile Compatibility
Evaluated across 6 criteria benchmarks using your saved student profile.
Eligibility Checklist
Nationality / Origin: Open to African Scholars (Sub-Saharan Africa)
Your nationality is confirmed eligible for this scheme.
Academic Degree Level: BACHELOR
Matches your current education trajectory.
Field Discipline: cs it, data ai, engineering
Eligible across accredited faculty programs.
Academic Standing / Minimum CGPA: 4/5.0 (First Class or 2:1)
Exceeds the minimum academic cutoff requirement.
English Proficiency / WAEC Waiver: WAEC C6+ Accepted (IELTS Exempted)
No mandatory $250 IELTS fee required for eligible applicants.
Work Experience / Leadership: High extracurricular involvement, leadership in clubs/sports, and community service.
Extracurricular leadership & university involvement qualify.
Official Application Roadmap & Stages
Follow these verified stages to submit a winning application.
Submit application for admission to UBC by January 15.
Complete the Personal Profile section demonstrating extracurricular and leadership achievements.
UBC Admissions automatically evaluates applicants for the International Major Entrance Scholarship (IMES).
Award offers sent between mid-February and April.
Always begin your application at least 3 weeks prior to the official deadline. Secure your academic recommendation letters early and ensure your statement of purpose links your chosen studies with measurable future contributions in your home community.
Required Document Vault
Tick items as you prepare and scan your verified copies.
ScholarshipHQ Intelligence Guide
Clear answers to common questions about eligibility, deadlines, and funding.
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