18 University of British Columbia Scholarship Winners

Before applying to UBC, it helps to separate the funding you hope to receive from the amount you can reliably plan around. University of British Columbia scholarships can then be assessed as part of a realistic financial approach to your studies.

Some winners began with academic evidence, while others strengthened their applications through leadership, research, or personal experience relevant to the award. Their accounts show how different applicants organised their case and prepared for important deadlines.

Reading those experiences can help you identify useful questions before you apply, including what evidence to prioritise and how clearly your goals match the funding.

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Samuel Osaretin Buraimoh

October 4, 2025

I’m Samuel Osaretin Buraimoh, from Edo State, Nigeria. I studied at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, where I e .... Read more

Ella Suita

September 10, 2025

Hi! My name is Ella Suita, and I come from Jakarta, Indonesia. I’m currently studying Chemical and Biomolecular Engineerin .... Read more

Beatrice Somuah

May 16, 2025

My name is Beatrice Somuah, and I am from Nkawkaw, a small town nestled in the Kwahu Mountains in the Eastern Region of Ghan .... Read more

Alina Zholaman

Alina Zholaman

April 29, 2025

It’s not every day you meet a tech entrepreneur with a buzzcut, a fierce drive for inclusivity, and a passion for building .... Read more

Mary Motunrayo Ogunleye

March 30, 2025

My name is Mary Motunrayo Ogunleye, and I am from Nigeria. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Forestry and Wood Technology f .... Read more

Nourhan Bayasi

November 28, 2024

Hi, I’m Nourhan Bayasi (Syrian Canadian), a Ph.D. candidate at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. I .... Read more