Université de Sherbrooke Scholarships for International Students 2026

Most Université de Sherbrooke (UdeS) scholarships are tied to being enrolled in an eligible program and (very often) studying full-time, rather than being specifically “for online courses.” That means fully online, part-time, or “single-course” study may not qualify for many awards, so you’ll want to check each scholarship’s eligibility conditions carefully.

UdeS offers scholarship opportunities across a wide range of subjects, including STEM fields (engineering, sciences, computer/data-related research), business/management, humanities and social sciences, law, education, and health-related fields (including Medicine and Health Sciences). For graduate research in particular, UdeS highlights major scholarship programs that are “for all disciplines,” which is helpful if you’re applying in anything from engineering to humanities.

Engineering: Seunnla Adelusi pursued a PhD in Engineering and shared that Vanier-style awards look for “academic excellence, research potential, and leadership ability,” and that her “leadership and volunteering experiences were a strong selling point.”

Business: UdeS (École de gestion) also lists scholarships and admission-based awards for eligible graduate programs (e.g., MBA-style tracks, finance, marketing, accounting-related programs).

Medicine / Health: UdeS offers programs in Medicine and Health Sciences, and there are funding supports relevant to health disciplines (including certain tuition-related supports at the master’s level for international students). For the MD (Doctorat en médecine), international applicants can fall under an international admissions track/contingent, but it is highly specific and selective, and French requirements apply.

Many UdeS scholarship opportunities are open to both Canadian and international students, but eligibility can depend on the specific award, your level (master’s/PhD), and your status (full-time registration, faculty rules, and sometimes citizenship-related conditions).

For example, Seunnla Adelusi is Nigerian and was funded through the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship route; she described that the process starts with an internal competition and that “the selected students are nominated by their university for the national competition.”

Also note that some tuition-related supports and waivers can be tied to conditions that vary by faculty and (in some cases) your country/citizenship situation, so always read the exact terms for the scholarship/waiver you’re targeting.

It depends on your program and your language background. UdeS is primarily French-speaking, and many programs require proof of French proficiency (often at B2 or C1-equivalent depending on the program). Some graduate research programs may allow you to meet language requirements during your training with approvals.

At the same time, certain faculties/programs accept English proficiency evidence (like IELTS/TOEFL) in specific cases. For example, Engineering graduate admissions can accept proof such as IELTS (6.5), TOEFL iBT (86), or TOEIC (750) when relevant.

This matches what Seunnla Adelusi experienced: “My university is a French-speaking university; however, there are certain courses in English for graduate students, so it was not a problem for me, who arrived with zero French proficiency.”

Yes, UdeS sets minimum academic thresholds, and they vary by level (undergraduate vs. graduate), by program, and (for many international undergraduate pathways) by your country’s grading system. UdeS publishes minimum cumulative averages by country for undergraduate admissions, and also notes that certain programs can require significantly higher results than the minimum.

A strong profile usually combines (1) excellent academics, (2) a compelling research direction (for research-based awards), and (3) evidence of leadership/impact, especially for major external awards.

Seunnla Adelusi described the Vanier-style evaluation clearly: it is “judged based on academic excellence, research potential, and leadership ability,” and she emphasized that her volunteering and leadership mattered greatly. That same “three-part” profile (grades + research + leadership) is a helpful benchmark even when you apply to UdeS internal scholarships.

Also, many scholarships require you to be registered full-time and meet the award’s specific rules (faculty/program deadlines, nomination steps, and timing of registration in your degree).

Document requirements depend on your level and faculty, but commonly include transcripts, diplomas, identity documents, and (when needed) certified translations. Some faculties also require a CV/résumé, a motivation/cover letter, and recommendation letters/forms.

For example, Engineering PhD applicants may need: transcripts, diplomas, a cover letter naming a potential supervisor and summarizing your research plan/experience, a CV, recommendation forms, a master’s thesis/abstract (or equivalent research description), and language proficiency evidence where applicable.

Yes. UdeS charges an admissions file/application fee (generally non-refundable). Some programs may also require a confirmation deposit after admission (the amount and applicability can vary by program/level).