Overview
Master’s Degree
Description
Master’s Degree
Eligibility
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for the IMAE scholarship:
Must be an international student enrolled full-time
Must be entering a research-based master’s program
Normally awarded in the first term of enrollment (Term 1.0)
Demonstrated academic excellence through admission application
Must maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout the program
No outstanding probationary admission requirements
Should not be concurrently funded by foreign government sponsorships (e.g., CSC, Libyan sponsorship)
Students previously “grandparented” under the IMSA program are not eligible
Faculties may apply stricter internal criteria
Additional Information
Degree Level
Master’s Degree
Available Subjects
Open to all research-based master’s programs
Applicable to thesis-based or major research paper (MRP) programs
Available across multiple faculties, including:
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of Engineering
Faculty of Mathematics
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Health
Faculty of Environment
Conrad Grebel University College
Renison University College
St. Jerome’s University
United College
Benefits
Value: CAD $2,500 per term
Duration: Up to five full-time academic terms
Maximum Total Value: CAD $12,500
Can be held alongside other internal or external scholarships such as:
UW Graduate Scholarship
Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS)
Helps reduce tuition burden and support research-related expenses
Eligible Nationalities
International students only
Applicants must hold a valid study permit and be assessed international tuition fees
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for the IMAE scholarship:
Must be an international student enrolled full-time
Must be entering a research-based master’s program
Normally awarded in the first term of enrollment (Term 1.0)
Demonstrated academic excellence through admission application
Must maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout the program
No outstanding probationary admission requirements
Should not be concurrently funded by foreign government sponsorships (e.g., CSC, Libyan sponsorship)
Students previously “grandparented” under the IMSA program are not eligible
Faculties may apply stricter internal criteria
Application Procedure
No separate application required
Students are automatically considered during the admission process
Selection is made by the Faculty or Department based on academic merit and available al__cpLocation
Award decisions are typically finalized after admission offers are issued
Students should ensure their academic records and research potential are clearly demonstrated in their application
Selection Process
Automatic consideration upon admission
Final selection by Faculty/Department Graduate Committees
Based on academic excellence and faculty-defined criteria
Eligible Terms
Winter
Spring
Fall
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
What is the International Master’s Award of Excellence at the University of Waterloo? The International Master’s Award of Excellence (IMAE) is a merit-based scholarship that provides $2,500 per term to high-achieving international students enrolled in research-based master’s programs at the University of Waterloo.
Do I need to apply separately for the IMAE scholarship? No, students are automatically considered for the IMAE scholarship based on their application for admission. Faculty or departments nominate eligible students.
Can I hold the IMAE scholarship with other funding awards? Yes, the IMAE scholarship can be held alongside other internal or external scholarships such as the UW Graduate Scholarship or OGS, provided funding rules are met.
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Funding
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Degree
Masters
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