Thompson Rivers University International Diversity Awards in Canada for Undergraduate Students
The Thompson Rivers University International Diversity Awards support new international undergraduate students from under-represented nations in Canada. The award is automatically applied upon admission based on academic merit or English proficiency.
Target region
Canada
Submission deadline
1 October 2026
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"This is an automatic tuition discount for new international students at Thompson Rivers University who come from countries with very few students on campus. If you have a 3.0 GPA or good English test scores, you will automatically receive this award when you get admitted."
Tips for success
- ◆Apply as early as possible because popular programs fill up quickly and may close early.
- ◆Ensure your transcripts clearly demonstrate a GPA of 3.0 or higher to guarantee automatic consideration.
- ◆Contact TRU international admissions to verify if your home country qualifies as under-represented.
Common mistakes
- ◆Applying late for high-demand programs which may close before the official deadline.
- ◆Assuming a separate scholarship application form is required.
- ◆Failing to submit official English proficiency scores if their GPA is below 3.0.
Strategic recommendations
- ◆Aim for top grades to qualify for additional entrance awards like the Academic Excellence Award.
- ◆Prepare all admission documents well in advance of the intake deadline.
Benefits & Funding Scope
- ✓Applied as a credit towards tuition fees.
- ✓Can be combined with other TRU entrance awards, such as the Academic Excellence Award (up to CAD 2,000) and the Exceptional Student Award (up to CAD 4,000).
Application Roadmap
- 1
Select an eligible undergraduate program at Thompson Rivers University.
- 2
Submit your application for admission through the TRU application portal before the intake deadline.
- 3
Upload all required academic transcripts and English proficiency test scores.
- 4
The scholarship will be automatically assessed and applied to your student file if you meet the eligibility criteria.
Eligibility Profile
- ◆Must be a new international student applying for an undergraduate program at TRU.
- ◆Must come from an under-represented country on the TRU campus (nations with 5 or fewer students currently enrolled).
- ◆Must meet at least one academic requirement: a minimum 3.0 GPA, an IELTS score of 6.5, or a TOEFL iBT score of 88.
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Funding Classification
Tuition Only
Academic Metric Target
Undergraduate
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