Scholarship opportunities

All applicants who submit a complete application by the following deadlines will be eligible to receive a fee reduction on acceptance to the program. Applications must include all supporting documents by the date specified to be eligible.

1st Early Entrance Scholarship

All applicants who submit a complete application by the following deadline will be eligible to receive a fee reduction on acceptance to the program. Applications must include all supporting documents by March 31, 2026 to be eligible.

• Value:
  $5,000 USD
• Application deadline:
  March 31, 2026
• Supporting documents deadline:
  March 31, 2026*

2nd Early Entrance Scholarship

All applicants who submit a complete application by the following deadline will be eligible to receive a fee reduction on acceptance to the program. Applications must include all supporting documents by June 30, 2026 to be eligible.

• Value:
  $3,000 USD
• Application deadline:
  June 30, 2026
• Supporting documents deadline:
  June 30, 2026*

*Supporting documents include a complete application form with at least 2 references, unofficial transcripts, unofficial degree certificates and official test scores.

This prestigious, merit-based award is awarded to applicants for a strong alignment with UBC Sauder values of rigour, respect and responsibility. Applicants must have an exceptional track record of academic excellence, community involvement, and business leadership skills.

• Value:
  $2,000 USD - $10,000 USD

This scholarship is awarded to candidates with a GMAT  Focus score of 615 and above (or an equivalent score of GRE or GRK) as well as excelling in admission interview.

• Value:
  $3,000 USD 

For top talent with a strong background in sustainability, social entrepreneurship and commitment to social causes. It is highly expected that applicants for this scholarship also exceed all admissions requirements. 

• Value:
  $2,000 USD - $10,000 USD

For high-calibre MBA students with a proven track record of international work assignments and or experience and demonstrated career progression working with multi-cultural teams. It is highly expected that applicants for this scholarship also exceed all admissions requirements. 

• Value:
  $2,000 USD - $10,000 USD

For high calibre students with proven team leadership and ambassadorship for Women in Business causes. It is highly expected that applicants for this scholarship also exceed all admissions requirements, in addition to their leadership and passion for supporting Women in Business initiatives. 

• Value:
  $2,000 USD - $10,000 USD

Awards totaling $10,000CAD have been made available annually through a gift from an anonymous donor for students entering the International Master of Business Administration program who demonstrate an interest in entrepreneurship. This award has been established to help support the next generation of entrepreneurs and to recognize their innovation, ambition and potential for success. The awards are made on the recommendation of the Robert H. Lee Graduate School.

• Value:
  $5,000 CAD per student, awarded to two students annually.

For incoming IMBA applicants who are a member of an underrepresented community and equity deserving. Scholars will be selected based on their demonstrated commitment to building a culture of inclusion in their communities and excellence in academic and professional settings. 

• Value:
  $2,000 USD - $10,000 USD

A Scholarship of $1,000 USD will be awarded for each student referred from UBC Alumni/Student. The scholarship will be granted upon confirmation for the referring alumni.

• Value:
  $1,000 USD