University of Calgary

Awards & Benefits

Scholarships

IB Diploma students entering their first year of study are automatically considered for one of our IB scholarships valued at either $3,500 or $8,750 CDN. To be eligible, you must achieve a minimum overall final diploma score of 35 points and make the appropriate request to ensure that your IB transcripts are received by University of Calgary's Admissions Office by August 1. These non-renewable scholarships will be awarded on the basis of the total diploma score (including bonus points) and are offered in addition to any other awards you may receive from the University of Calgary. We expect to notify successful candidates by late August.

University of Calgary Entrance Awards are also available to qualified entering students. To find applications, deadlines and other important details for these awards, please visit the Financing Your Education website, or call us at (403) 210-ROCK (210-7625)

SUCCESS

SUCCESS is a special recognition program that rewards high achieving students who are entering the University of Calgary from high school. IB Diploma students who have, submitted their predicted grades and scores by March 15th and are admitted to the University of Calgary, will be automatically enrolled into the SUCCESS program.  Some of the SUCCESS benefits include:

  • Priority course registration
  • Guaranteed on-campus residential accommodation (guaranteed until April 30, 2010)
  • Designated faculty advisor access
  • Meet-your-faculty sessions
  • Early locker registration
  • Summer access to athletic facilities
  • Discount at the University Bookstore on non-textbook items
  • Regular email updates highlighting important dates and campus developments

For more information, visit the SUCCESS website

Residence

As an IB and SUCCESS student, you are guaranteed a spot in on-campus, traditional style residence. Please note that you must apply for residence by April 30 in order to receive your guaranteed space. Any applications received after April 30 will be treated with first come, first served priority.

Student Finance