Saint Mary’s University Scholarships for International Students 2025

Saint Mary’s University (SMU), situated in the culturally rich city of Halifax, Nova Scotia, is widely recognized for its international outlook and academic rigor. The university offers a broad selection of programs across the arts, sciences, business, and graduate studies, while maintaining a strong emphasis on research, innovation, and student-centered learning. SMU attracts students from around the globe and fosters a welcoming atmosphere grounded in academic exploration and global citizenship.

For students entering or continuing their studies at SMU, a variety of financial awards are available. The Academic Achievement Scholarship supports high-performing students at all levels—bachelor’s, master’s, and PhD—with renewable funding for up to four years. Undergraduate applicants with exceptional academic profiles may qualify for the Presidential, Presidential International Baccalaureate, and Santamarian Scholarships, each offering partial funding to assist with tuition expenses. In addition, SMU’s Renewable Entrance Scholarships are available to new undergraduate students based on their high school performance, with award amounts determined by admission averages.

At the graduate level, SMU offers the Durland Scholarships in Graduate Research, which provide CAD 10,000 per year for master’s students and CAD 15,000 annually for PhD candidates. This scholarship is renewable and supports students engaged in advanced academic research. Graduate students may also be eligible for the Academic Achievement Scholarship, continuing the same benefits available to undergraduates.

External scholarship options are also promoted by the university. Doctoral students may apply for the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships, a prestigious award valued at CAD 50,000 per year over three years.

You can find more university scholarships and external scholarships offered by Saint Mary’s University further down in this page!