Entrance Scholarship

Overview

Receive up to $5,000 in entrance scholarships when you begin a full-time postsecondary program at Seneca Polytechnic in September 2026, January 2027, or May 2027. This scholarship is designed specifically for international students studying in Canada or applying from abroad, helping to reduce tuition costs and support your academic journey. Eligibility Criteria - Must be an international applicant applying to a full-time postsecondary program at Seneca Polytechnic. - Eligible applicants include those: - Currently in Canada or outside Canada. - Paying international tuition fees. - Currently studying in Canada and interested in a second program or bundled programs. - Obtaining or in the process of obtaining an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). - Currently enrolled in an eligible English pathway program in Canada. - Currently studying at Seneca and applying for a new program. - Scholarship applies to all full-time postsecondary programs starting in September 2026, January 2027, or May 2027. - Eligible for multiple scholarships if enrolling in bundled or second programs. Scholarship Value and Payment Schedule - Scholarship amount depends on the length of the program: - One-year program: $2,000 (paid shortly after Day 10 of classes). - Two-year program: $3,000 total ($2,000 in year one, $1,000 in year two). - Three-year program: $4,000 total ($2,000 in year one, $1,000 in years two and three). - Four-year program: $5,000 total ($2,000 in year one, $1,000 in years two, three, and four). - Scholarship payments are made after Day 10 of classes each year. - The scholarship is non-refundable; any overpayment will be applied to future fees. Application Process - Apply to a full-time professional program at Seneca through the International Web Application. - Pay a $90 CAD application fee (credited to your student account upon acceptance). - Upload a valid study permit or Letter of Introduction (LOI) if applying within Canada. - Confirm your offer of admission and pay your first semester fees to receive your Letter of Acceptance (LOA) and Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL), if applicable. - Complete all enrollment steps at Seneca. Important Deadlines for Providing SIN or ITN - For January term starters: February 28 - For May term starters: June 30 - For September term starters: October 31 Additional Notes - If you defer admission to a future eligible term, you may still qualify for the $2,000 tuition credit. - Previous recipients of certain Seneca international scholarships for 2025 terms will receive an equal or greater scholarship based on program length. - No cash alternatives or substitutions are available. - Degree program applicants may combine this entrance scholarship with other entrance awards, such as renewable degree scholarships or diploma-to-degree scholarships, which may require separate applications. Start your academic journey at Seneca Polytechnic with financial support tailored for international students. Apply now to check your eligibility and secure your entrance scholarship for 2026/27!