University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship 2025

The Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship is the University of Guelph's most prestigious undergraduate entrance award for international students. It was established in honour of the University’s eighth president, Dr. Franco Vaccarino, to acknowledge his remarkable impact on the University.

• Table of Content
• About University of Guelph
• University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship
• Requirements for University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Guelph

The University of Guelph is like no other university in Canada. Research-intensive and learner-centred, our campuses span urban hubs and rural communities. We are known for excellence in the arts and sciences and for our commitment to developing exceptional thinkers and engaged citizens.  Students 185,000 Alumni (living in 160+ countries worldwide) 1,700 International Students (from 130+ countries) Our students, faculty and staff pursue active inquiry and exercise creativity across a range of disciplines -- physical and life sciences, arts and humanities, social sciences... continue reading

University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship

• Category Undergraduate
• SponsorUniversity of Guelph
• City to study Guelph
• School to study University of Guelph
• Course to study Not specified
• Application Deadline January 27, 2025

Aim and Benefits of University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship

One scholarship is awarded each year to the top international student. It is valued at $42,500; includes a summer research assistantship position, mentorship by one of the University's leading professors, and guaranteed first-choice preference residence for first-year of study (the residence depost must be made by the residence deposit deadline date).

Requirements for University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship Qualification

Students with an outstanding academic record, who have made significant contributions to their schools and their communities, who have demonstrated innovative and unique approaches to implementing change and/or bringing about improvements to life, and who demonstrate the greatest potential to be future leaders are invited to apply.

You are eligible to apply if you:

• Have submitted an application for admission and have a valid U of G student ID number;
• Are an International (VISA) student;
• Are entering the first semester of any undergraduate degree program at the University of Guelph;
• Have not previously attended a post-secondary institution;
• Have at least an admission average equivalent to a 90.0% Canadian curriculum; and
• Have made significant leadership contributions to your school and community.

Interview date, Process and Venue for University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship

• Fall 2025 application will open by December 16
• Student Application Deadline: January 27, 2025 4:00 p.m. (EST)
• Reference Letters Deadline: February 3, 2025 4:00 p.m. (EST)

Application Deadline

January 27, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to University of Guelph on www.uoguelph.ca to apply

Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada are not eligible for this scholarship regardless of current country of residence or international school credentials. Please apply for a President's Scholarship or Lincoln Alexander Chancellor's Scholarship.

For more details, visit University of Guelph Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship webpage