Scholarships
Smith is proud to award over $1.6 million in scholarships to Full-time MBA students each year. These opportunities enable us to enroll the top business students from around the world, enhancing our class and strengthening our outstanding alumni network after graduation.
70% Receive Scholarships
Each year Smith awards over 70% of students with merit-based entrance scholarships.
$10k – $70k
General entrance scholarships can range anywhere from $10,000 to $70,000.
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General Entrance Scholarships
General entrance scholarships are awarded to applicants who the MBA Scholarship Committee deem to have the strongest overall profiles. Please note that a separate application for entrance scholarships is not required. All qualified candidates who submit a completed admissions application will automatically be considered.
Named Scholarships
In addition to our general scholarships, we also have the privilege of offering named scholarships, made possible by supporters of the Full-time MBA program. Below is a list of some of our named scholarships, awarded by the Admissions Committee each year.
Women in Leadership
- Federau Kreel MBA Scholarship
- Len Morrow MBA Scholarship
- Liana Tesan Memorial Scholarship
- Forté Scholarship
Location
Academic Excellence
- Dean’s MBA Admission Scholarships
- Stephen J.R. Smith MBA Scholarships
- Ian and Maureen Dawson MBA Scholarship
- Jim Leech MBA Scholarship
- MBA 1980 Class Scholarship
- MBA 1981 Entrance Scholarships
- MBA 1988 and MBA 1972 Scholarship
Fellowships
Access to Success
The Access to Success Fellowship is available to Smith Full-time MBA students who identify as having a permanent, visible, or invisible disability. The fellowship includes: a $5,000 scholarship; exclusive recruitment and networking opportunities with Access to Success corporate partners; mentorship by senior executives; and participation in networking events and the annual Access to Success conference. Up to three fellowships will be awarded per MBA class.
Reaching Out MBA
The Reaching Out MBA Fellowship is awarded to Smith Full-time MBA students who have demonstrated strong academic skills as well as leadership in the LGBTQ+ community. Each Fellow receives a minimum $20,000 scholarship and access to exclusive leadership programming including an all-expenses-paid retreat.
There are a limited number of fellowships awarded per MBA class.
Scholarships for Black Students
Up to $25,000 awarded annually to students entering the Full-time MBA program. Given to an equity-deserving Canadian candidate who self-identifies as Black and demonstrates academic excellence, community involvement, and proven leadership experience. To be eligible, candidates must have either Canadian citizenship or Canadian Permanent Residency status. This scholarship is merit-based and will be awarded on the basis of an applicant’s essay submission, as well as the overall strength of their application profile. Selection will be made by the Smith EDII Scholarship Committee.
Essay submission deadline is June 15th. Candidates must have secured acceptance to the program to apply. Please contact our Recruitment & Admissions team for more information.
Scholarships for Indigenous Students
Up to $25,000 awarded annually to students entering the Full-time MBA program. Given to an equity-deserving candidate who is Indigenous-identified and demonstrates academic excellence, community involvement, and proven leadership experience. This scholarship will be awarded on the basis of an applicant’s essay submission, as well as the overall strength of their application profile. Selection(s) will be made by the Smith EDII Scholarship Committee.
Essay submission deadline is June 15th. Candidates must have secured acceptance to the program to apply. Please contact our Recruitment & Admissions team for more information.
External Scholarships
Applicants of the Smith Full-time MBA program may also wish to consider the following external scholarship opportunities.