National Scholarships are designed to recognize all-round excellence. They are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance to candidates who demonstrate ability for creative and innovative thought and a passion for the pursuit of learning. National Scholarships also recognize exceptional achievement in extracurricular activities such as the arts and athletics. A special emphasis is placed on a candidate's commitment to community service through ongoing contributions to school and community life.
Founded in 1878, Western University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of London (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Ontario. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, Ontario, Western University is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Western University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 141 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
Eligibility Criteria
Application Deadline February 14, 2026
Value $100,000 or more
Study Level Undergraduate
Sponsor Western University, Canada
City to study London
School to study Western University, Canada
Eligible Country All Countries
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Neen Hodgins National Entrance Scholarship
ONE at $80,000; payable $20,000 per academic year for a period of four years.
President’s Entrance Scholarships
1 at $70,000 ($25,000 for year one, $15,000 annually for years two to four)
4 at $65,000 ($20,000 for year one, $15,000 annually for years two to four) and;
Up to 15 at $50,000 ($20,000 for year one, $10,000 annually for years two to four)
James Jenkins President’s Entrance Scholarship for Black Students
5 at $50,000 ($20,000 for year one, $10,000 annually for years two to four)
Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Scholarship
ONE at $96,000; payable $24,000 per academic year for a period of four years.
Neen Hodgins President's International Entrance Scholarship
ONE at up to $80,000; payable $20,000 per academic year for a period of four years.
International President's Entrance Scholarships
3 at $100,000
Faculty Entrance Scholarships
Up to 15 at $30,000 ($12,000 for year one, $6,000 annually for years two to four)
National Scholarship Study Abroad Awards
Up to 46 at $2,500 for up to 4 months (one term), $5,000 for over 4 months (more than one term)
National Merit Awards
Those students who are interviewed for a National Scholarship but not offered a National Scholarship or a Schulich Leader Scholarship and accepting an offer of admission to the main campus will receive a one-year National Merit Award valued at $2,000. Recipients will also retain eligibility for an Admission Scholarship ranging in value from $2,500 to $8,000.
Application Process
Click here to access the application for Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents
Click here to access the application for International Students (Visa students)
Application Deadline: February 14, 2026 at 11:59 pm EST
Other Documents:
National Scholarship Application (pdf). This is a hard copy of the National Scholarship application – to be used as a reference ONLY. All applications must be submitted online.
National Scholarship Program Brochure - (pdf)
Supplemental Application Form (pdf) - For applicants wishing to be considered for the Beryl Ivey Continuing Entrance Scholarship and the Neen Hodgins National Entrance Scholarship.
National Scholarship FAQs (pdf)
National Scholarship Program Poster (pdf) - Can be printed by schools to use for advertisement.
National Scholarship Program - Nomination Process (information for schools) (pdf).
For more details, visit Western Canada University Scholarship webpage
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Founded in 1878, Western University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of London (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Ontario. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, Ontario, Western University is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Western University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 141 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.