Schulich Leader Scholarships
$ 120,000
$100,000–$120,000 over four years
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Schulich Leader Scholarships · National
Schulich Leader Scholarships
Reviewed by G Paul · verified April 30, 2026
$120K
Total value
About this award
Canada's largest STEM scholarship for graduating high school seniors. Engineering: $120,000 / Tech, entrepreneurship, applied science: $100,000 — over four years. 100 scholarships per year across 20 Canadian universities. Nominated by your high school.
The Schulich Leader Scholarships is Canada's largest STEM scholarship program for graduating high school seniors. Established in 2011 by businessman Seymour Schulich's $100M gift (now $200M endowment, co-administered by UJA Federation of Greater Toronto), the program awards 100 scholarships annually in Canada totalling $11M CAD. Each of 20 participating Canadian universities selects two recipients per year — one in engineering ($120,000 over four years) and one in technology, entrepreneurship/applied science, or other STEM ($100,000 over four years). Nominees must be put forward by their secondary school (one per HS, four per CEGEP). Selection emphasizes academic excellence, leadership, charisma, creativity, and entrepreneurial mindset.
Can you get it?
- High School, Cegep — study level
- Studying computer-science, engineering, biological-sciences, mathematics, applied-science — field of study
How to apply
Review eligibility and gather your documents~1 hour
Read the official award page end-to-end. Confirm you meet every requirement before you start.
Submit before the posted deadline~1 hour
Check the official source for the current deadline: save a copy and submit at least 24 hours early.
More details
Strategy
You cannot apply directly — you must be nominated by your high school (one nominee per Canadian HS, four per Quebec CEGEP).
Strategy
Talk to your guidance counsellor in your senior year about being put forward.
Strategy
Selection considers leadership, charisma, creativity, and entrepreneurial mindset, not just grades.
Strategy
Strong consideration goes to financial need.
Strategy
Once nominated, you apply to participating universities directly; each university selects two students from its applicant pool.
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How do I apply?
Click the Start application button above: it opens the official application page in a new tab.
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When is the deadline?
The provider has not posted a firm deadline. Check the official source before applying.
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Can international students apply?
Check the official source: citizenship requirements vary.
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