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Schulich Leader Scholarship
Canadian STEM scholarships
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Latest source updateLast Update: August 27, 2026Latest change: Changed: timeline and deadlines, application process, eligibility.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: August 27, 2026
Latest change: Changed: timeline and deadlines, application process, eligibility.
Schulich Leader Scholarship 2027 nomination process updated
The High school nomination process now targets students graduating in the 2026/2027 academic year, adds academic excellence as a stated consideration, and includes new 2027 nominee examples and promotional materials. Key dates also shifted: the nomination deadline is January 27, 2027, the scholarship application deadline is February 17, 2027, and winner confirmations run from March 8 to June 15, 2027. The application essay changed from describing an ideal candidate to describing a meaningful risk taken and its outcome.
Funding available
$ 100,000 - $ 120,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Students graduating from high school or cégep in Canada in the 2026/2027 academic year
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Overview
Schulich Leader Scholarships support Canadian high school and cégep graduates entering undergraduate STEM studies at partner universities across Canada. Eligible students must graduate high school or cégep in Canada in the 2025/2026 academic year and be Canadian citizens.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Conduct research and development activities
- Start a business
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 120,000 $
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Eligible undergraduate STEM programs at partner universities
Documents Needed
- Letters of reference
- Copy of up-to-date transcript, credit counsel summary or detailed academic report
- Headshot profile image for publicity
- One-minute video upload
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students graduating from high school or cégep in Canada in the 2026/2027 academic year
- Canadian citizens
- Students planning to enroll in an eligible STEM program at one of the partner universities
Who is not eligible
- Students focusing on activism
- Students aiming to become practicing physicians or medical researchers
- Students pursuing academia or theoretical research
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Entrepreneurial-minded, exhibiting leadership, charisma, and creativity
- Strong consideration will be given to students with financial need
- Intend to pursue a career in one or more of the following focus areas: Technology, Engineering, Entrepreneurship and business enterprise, Applied scientific research
- Academic excellence is implied for acceptance into university
How to apply
- The link to access the nomination form is only available upon request by the high school / cégep.
- Your high school appoints a representative to spearhead the nomination process and submit a nominee online.
- Once a nomination is verified, the student is emailed a link to the scholarship application.
- All applications are submitted electronically.
Processing and Agreement
- Referees receive an email to an online reference request form after the nominee submits their completed scholarship application.
Additional information
- Launched in 2012
Contacts
Availability timeline
2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Schulich Leader Scholarship Program
What is the Schulich Leader Scholarship?
Schulich Leader Scholarships support Canadian high school and cégep graduates entering undergraduate STEM studies at partner universities across Canada. Eligible students must graduate high school or cégep in Canada in the 2025/2026 academic year and be Canadian citizens.
How much funding can be received?
Schulich Leader Scholarship Funds up to $120,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Schulich Leader Scholarship program?
To be eligible for the Schulich Leader Scholarship program, you must:
Graduate high school or cégep in Canada in the 2025/2026 academic year
Canadian citizen
What expenses are eligible under Schulich Leader Scholarship?
Eligible undergraduate STEM programs at partner universities
Who can I contact for more information about the Schulich Leader Scholarship?
You can contact The S. Schulich Foundation by email at info@uja.schulichleaders.com.
Where is the Schulich Leader Scholarship available?
The Schulich Leader Scholarship program is available across Canada.
Is the Schulich Leader Scholarship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Schulich Leader Scholarship is a Grant and Funding