University of Guelph, Canada, Vaccarino President Scholarship for Undergraduate

The Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President’s Scholarship is the University of Guelph’s most prestigious undergraduate entrance award dedicated to exceptional international students. Established in honour of the University’s eighth president, Dr. Franco Vaccarino, this scholarship recognizes his remarkable contributions and lasting impact on the institution. It aims to celebrate and support the brightest global learners who bring excellence, leadership, and innovation to their educational journey.

Each year, only one outstanding international student is selected to receive this highly competitive award. Valued at $42,500, the scholarship includes a summer research assistantship, personalized mentorship from one of the University’s leading professors, and guaranteed first-choice residence for the first year of study.

The scholarship seeks students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance, meaningful community involvement, and exceptional leadership abilities. Applicants should show a strong commitment to driving positive change through innovative ideas and impactful actions.

Eligible candidates must be international students entering their first semester of any undergraduate program at the University of Guelph, hold a minimum admission average equivalent to 90%, and have no previous post-secondary attendance.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents are not eligible and are encouraged to consider the President’s Scholarship or the Lincoln Alexander Chancellor’s Scholarship instead.

Key Details and Important Dates

Application Deadline:

January 23, 2026 – 4:00 p.m. (EST)

Reference Letters Deadline:

January 30, 2026 – 4:00 p.m. (EST)

Funding Type:

Partially funded

Host Institution:

University of Guelph

Eligible Countries:

Non-Canadian Citizens and PR

Eligible Gender:

Male/Female

Target Group:

Outstanding international students with leadership history and high academic achievement

Field:

Any undergraduate program of study

Study Level:

Bachelor’s degree (Undergraduate)

Degree Required:

High school diploma (equivalent to 90% Canadian average)

Number of Opportunities:

One award per year

Duration:

1 Year

Program Language:

English

Host Country:

Canada

Scholarship Benefits Applicants will benefit from the following items:

$42,500 scholarship value covering major study expenses

Summer research assistantship under one of the University’s top professors

Mentorship from a leading academic figure

Guaranteed first-choice residence placement in the first year

Recognition as the top international student entering the University of Guelph

Eligibility Criteria Applicants must:

Have applied for admission with a valid University of Guelph student ID

Be an international student (VISA status)

They are entering the first semester of any undergraduate program

Have never attended any post-secondary institution

Canadian citizens

Permanent residents of Canada

Required Documents Applicants must have the following materials while filling out the online application form:

University of Guelph admission application and student ID

Scholarship application form

Academic transcripts (showing 90%+ average)

Two reference letters (submitted by January 30, 2026)

How to Apply?

Apply for admission to any undergraduate program at the University of Guelph.

Obtain your U of G student ID.

Access the Fall 2026 scholarship application link using the Apply Now button below.

Complete the scholarship application form with detailed leadership accomplishments.

Upload all required documents.

Request reference letters and ensure they are submitted before January 30, 2026

Submit your application before January 23, 2026, 4:00 p.m. EST.

Apply Now

Further details are available on the official University of Guelph website.

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