From statistics of most scholarship portals, Ethiopians are constantly searching for a scholarship opportunity to aid in their pursuit of better education. In response to numerous questions in our portal for scholarships for Ethiopian students in Canada, this article is written.
Numerous college base Ethiopia scholarships and grants are available to the students of Ethiopia and other developing countries. These scholarships are available for the pursuit of international education in Canada.
But then Canada has one of the best education systems with a limited number of scholarships compared to the likes of the USA, UK, and Australia.
In this article, we will be listing Top 10 scholarships for Ethiopian students to study in Canada. You can quickly scroll the table of contents below to get an overview of all the scholarships.
Canadian scholarships for Ethiopian students
Here is a list of Canadian scholarships for Ethiopian students in Canada
- Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS)
- Humber International Entrance Scholarships
- Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program
- OFID Scholarship Award for International Students
- WMF Empowerment Through Education Scholarships for Developing Country Students(any)
- UBC International Leader of Tomorrow Award
- Africa Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Program
- University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships
- Quest University Scholarships for International Students in Canada
- MMMF Grants for Women of Developing Countries in USA/Canada
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS) was created to attract and retain world-class doctoral students and to establish Canada as a global center of excellence in research and higher learning.
The scholarships are towards a doctoral degree (or combined MA/PhD or MD/PhD). Applications are OPEN to international students including Ethiopian students.
The application for the scholarship is submitted to the nominating institution by their internal deadline using the ResearchNet application system.
The nominating institution then forwards recommended nominations to the Vanier-Banting Secretariat (the Secretariat).
Humber International Entrance Scholarships
Humber College offers full and partial renewable tuition scholarships for new international undergraduate students Ethiopians inclusive, beginning classes in January and September of each year. Humber emphasizes hands-on, career-focused learning.
College offers a broad range of credentials including bachelor’s degrees, diplomas, certificates, and postgraduate certificates — and will help you chart the best path towards your goals.
Humber is conducted in English, it is essential that all students possess strong English writing, comprehension and speaking skills.
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The World Bank Scholarships Program
The World Bank Scholarships Program contributes to the World Bank Group’s mission of forging new dynamic approaches to capacity development and knowledge sharing in the developing world(Ethiopia).
It is an important component of the Bank Group’s efforts to promote economic development and shared prosperity through investing in education and developing human resources in the developing world. Since 1982, the Program has helped to form a pool of over 6,000 well-trained and experienced development professionals, transforming their countries and positively impacting future generations.
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) WBGSP Since 1987, JJWBGSP has enabled more than 5,800 mid-career professionals from developing countries and Japan to complete graduate degrees in development-related fields.
On an annual basis, the Government of Japan solely funds the JJ/WBGSP). Learn more about how to apply for a JJWBGSP scholarship.
OFID Scholarship Award for International Students
The OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) awards its Fully funded scholarships to qualified applicants in all OFID member countries who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master’s degree in an accredited University around the world.
Through its scholarship scheme, OFID aims to help highly motivated, highly driven individuals overcome one of the biggest challenges to their careers – the cost of graduate studies.
The scholarships are worth up to $50,000 that covers the tuition fees, monthly allowance to cover living expenses, accommodation, insurance, books, relocation grants, and travel costs. This is one of the scholarships for Ethiopian students in Canada.
WMF Empowerment Through Education Scholarships for Developing Country Students
The Wells Mountain Foundation, through the Empowerment Through Education (ETE) program, offers a number of scholarships.
These scholarships are exclusively open to students from developing countries who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. Up to 30 awards are given annually.
ETE scholarships range from $300 USD to $3000 USD annually and are provided throughout the undergraduate education of the recipient. The average scholarship amount is $1400. Scholarships may be used for tuition and fees, books and materials, and room rent.
The scholarship is for Undergraduate degree in any field, but applications are encouraged from those interested in pursuing degrees that will best help their local communities – medicine & health sciences, community development, law, education, social work, business, information technology, agriculture, and engineering.
UBC International Leader of Tomorrow Award
The International Leader of Tomorrow Award recognizes international undergraduate students who demonstrate superior academic achievement, leadership skills, involvement in student affairs and community service, recognized achievement in fields of endeavor such as the performing arts, sports, debating or creative writing, or external academic competitions and examinations.
The Award can be renewed for up to three additional years of undergraduate study, or to degree completion, whichever is less, provided the student achieves satisfactory academic standing in their faculty, continues to demonstrate financial need, and maintains their Canadian study permit (visa).
Award candidates must be nominated by their current school or college/university. When students are confirmed for nomination by their school, college, or university, their institution must use the International Leader of Tomorrow Award nomination package found at the official website.
Africa Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship Program
As one of the world’s leading universities, the University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada, and the world.
The fellowships are to support international students showing outstanding leadership in humanitarian and development work in their home country. This is one of the scholarships for Ethiopian students in Canada.
University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowships
The University of Manitoba is a public university in the province of Manitoba, Canada. Located in Winnipeg and found in 1877, it was Western Canada’s first university.
Founded 140 years ago, and located in the heart of the country, they are the region’s largest and only research-intensive university offering over 100 academic programs, including professional disciplines such as medicine, law, and engineering.
The fellowships, valued at $18,000 at the PhD level and at $14,000 at the Master’s level, are offered each year to graduate students.
Quest University Scholarships for International Students in Canada
The University aims to assist international students who require financial assistance with scholarships. The Quest program is rigorous, and an important criterion for a scholarship award is the applicant’s academic record.
Applicants whose native language is not English are required to submit the results of a TOEFL (Test of English as Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) taken within the past two years. All students, regardless of their country of origin, are eligible to apply for scholarships and/or financial aid.
All Quest Scholarships are considered entrance awards & cannot be applied for after the application deadline leading to your first year at Quest.
MMMF Grants for Women of Developing Countries in USA/Canada
The MMMF awards education grants ARE on a competitive basis to exceptional women from developing countries who have financial need and are committed to working to empower women and children.
Applications are made online at the MMMF website (www.mmmf-grants.org) during periods indicated for each program cycle (US/Canada, South Africa and Latin America). Women applying for the MMMF grant must meet all of the following criteria:
- Demonstrate a commitment to working to empower women and children in developing countries.
- Demonstrate financial need
- Intend to return to a developing country within two years of completing a degree or intend to remain in developing country at least two years to work towards empowerment of women and children
- Are 25 years old at the time of application deadline (See detailed instructions on application)
- Demonstrate satisfactory academic performance
- Be a national of a country listed on the MMMF Country Eligibility List (see list on mmmf-grants.org website)
- Be enrolled at an accredited academic institution at the time of application and plan to be enrolled for a full academic year upon receipt of grant
- Not be a relative of a World Bank Group, International Monetary Fund or Inter-American Development Bank staff or his/her spouse
- Have not received an MMMF grant previously
- Must be enrolled as a full-time student with a relevant student visa (see detailed instructions on application)
- May not hold: US citizenship or permanent residency (green card) or Canadian citizenship or Canadian landed immigrant status.