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Scholarships

The International College of Manitoba is pleased to offer a variety of scholarship opportunities that recognize academic success and community engagement of our students.

Navitas Family Bursaries

When two or more students from the same family study at a Navitas institution, the second student can apply for a Navitas Family Bursary.

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Value

The bursary is equivalent to 10% of the tuition fee for the first program of study at a Navitas Institution. The bursary does not apply to additional units or repeat units that may also be undertaken and excludes mixed English options.

Eligibility

  • Family Bursary applies where two or more students from the same family study at a Navitas institution. 
  • The first family member can be studying at a Navitas institution at the same time as the other family members or may have studied at any Navitas institution previously. 
  • The Family Bursary is granted to the second and subsequent family members who study at a Navitas institution. 
  • They must not have previously received a Navitas scholarship or bursary nor had a scholarship or bursary from Navitas withdrawn. 

Definitions

For this bursary, a family member is defined as a husband, wife, sibling, parent, child or stepchild. 

Conditions

  • Successful recipients will not receive any money from the Navitas member institution. The value of the bursary will be recorded on the student’s account each semester of study. 
  • The recipient will receive a family bursary based on tuition net of other scholarships and bursaries. 
  • The bursary does not apply to additional units or repeat units that may also be undertaken. 
  • Navitas bursary is not applicable to an English language program or any component of any English language program offered by Navitas member institutions. 

Navitas member institutions

The Navitas bursary applies to students studying at Fraser International College (FIC), International College of Manitoba (ICM), Toronto Metropolitan University International College (TMUIC), Wilfrid Laurier International College (WLIC), University of Lethbridge International College Calgary (UICC), UMass Boston Navitas Global Student Success Program (UMB), and Queens College Global Student Success Program (QC) in North America. 

In addition to the North American Navitas member institutions, Navitas member institutions are located in colleges and campuses across the world. 

Application instructions

A completed application must be submitted to the Navitas institution with supporting documents, such as a birth certificate or family card. Application forms can be obtained from the Navitas institution where the student has enrolled. 

Susan Deane Memorial Scholarship

The Susan Deane Memorial Scholarship program was established in honour of ICM’s first College Director and Principal, Susan Deane, and her significant contributions to both Navitas in Canada and the education sector more broadly in Manitoba.

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Value

One C$5,500 scholarship will be awarded each term. 

Eligibility

Applicants must: 

  • Have successfully completed the University Transfer Program Stage II in that term and transferred to or be planning to transfer to the University of Manitoba at the time of award. 
  • Have made a significant contribution to the ICM, U of M, and/or Winnipeg community, evidence of which is to be the subject of an essay not longer than 750 words or a five-minute video to be submitted along with the application. 
  • Be in academic good standing at the time of the award. 
  • Have no outstanding tuition or fees with ICM. 
  • Provide three reference letters from ICM staff, U of M academic staff, and other people attesting to the applicant’s achievements. 

Selection criteria

The student is chosen by a selection committee based on their contributions to ICM and the greater community. Diversity in the types of references and volunteer work experience will be considered as part of the selection process.

Selection

The Scholarship Selection Committee varies from term to term, with representatives from the Province of Manitoba, the University of Manitoba, ICM instructor staff, and ICM administrative/student services staff. 

Notification of results

The scholarship panel will announce the recipient of the Susan Deane Memorial Scholarship at the end of each term. Recipients will be notified by email and, the successful students, posted on the college website. The scholarship will be awarded as a tuition credit transferring to student’s UM tuition account and has no cash value.

Application instructions

Students must submit: 

  • Completed Application Form. 
  • Completed Essay or Video. 
  • Three letters of support (e.g., from ICM staff, UM academic staff, and other people attesting to the applicant’s achievements). A minimum of one letter should originate from ICM. 
  • Link to LinkedIn profile or digital resume. 

All documentation must be received by ICM through the submission form on the Student Portal by the deadline date established for each competition. 

Academic Distinction Scholarship

ICM is committed to helping you achieve your academic goals by offering scholarships to outstanding students. Each semester, ICM awards five students with Academic Distinction Scholarships.

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Value

The Scholarship award is equivalent to $1,000. 

Eligibility

Applicants must: 

  • Be currently studying full-time. 
  • Have been studying full-time (i.e., minimum 9 credit hours) and have achieved competencies in all courses across their current program (for which the scholarship is applied for) in the semester immediately prior to the semester when the scholarship is being awarded. 
  • Not have any outstanding fees on their student account. 
  • Not have previously received an Academic Distinction or Academic Merit scholarship. 
  • Not have had a scholarship or bursary from Navitas withdrawn. 
  • Not be receiving another Navitas scholarship in the same semester of consideration for this award. If the student is short-listed for multiple scholarships, the student will be awarded the one of greatest value. 

Conditions

  • The scholarship applies to academic studies completed for an undergraduate/postgraduate program with ICM. Students are liable to pay for the remainder of their semester course fees. 
  • Successful recipients will not receive any money from Navitas member institution. The value of the scholarship will be recorded on the student’s tuition account during their semester of study for an undergraduate/postgraduate program with ICM. 
  • Scholarships are not transferable to other students or Navitas member institutes in any circumstances. 
  • Navitas member institutions reserve the right not to award all or some of the scholarships in a given year. 
  • Scholarships cannot be backdated. 

Selection criteria

Selection will be based on: 

  • Academic results based on the Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) on full-time studies from their previous semester of study. Should multiple students have identical academic results, the scholarship selection committee will refer to marks awarded within each subject/course to determine the scholarship recipient. 
  • Additional factors such as educational disadvantage, member of specific equity group and/or significantly adverse personal circumstances may be considered where the scholarship selection committee must differentiate between equally qualified applicants. 
  • Outcome of scheduled interview (if required). 

Notification of results

The scholarship selection committee will announce the recipients of the Navitas Academic Distinction Scholarship at the end of each semester and following the course registration period for the subsequent term. The recipients will be notified by email and the successful students posted on the college/campus website. 

Application instructions

Students are not required to apply for the scholarship as it is awarded based on academic performance in undergraduate/postgraduate level programs. 

Exceptional Academic Performance Scholarship

ICM is committed to helping you achieve your academic goals by offering scholarships to outstanding students. Each semester, ICM awards six students at the top of each pathway program with Exceptional Academic Performance Scholarships.

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Value

The Scholarship award is equivalent to $750. 

Eligibility

Applicants must: 

  • Not have had a scholarship or bursary from Navitas withdrawn. 
  • Not be receiving another Navitas scholarship in the same semester of consideration for this award. If the student is short-listed for multiple scholarships, the student will be awarded the one of greatest value. 
  • Be currently studying full-time. 
  • Have earned a minimum of a 3.0 semester GPA. 
  • Have been studying full-time (i.e.: minimum 9 credit hours) and have achieved competencies in all courses across their current program (for which the scholarship is applied for) in the semester immediately prior to the semester when the scholarship is being awarded. 
  • Not have any outstanding fees on their student account. 
  • Not have previously received an Exceptional Academic Performance Scholarship or Academic Merit scholarship. 

Conditions

  • The scholarship applies to academic studies completed for an undergraduate/postgraduate program with ICM. Students are liable to pay for the remainder of their semester course fees. 
  • Successful recipients will not receive any money from Navitas member institutions. The value of the scholarship will be recorded on the student’s tuition account during their semester of study for an undergraduate/postgraduate program with ICM. 
  • Scholarships are not transferable to other students or Navitas member institutes in any circumstances. 
  • Navitas member institutions reserve the right not to award all or some of the scholarships in a given year. 
  • Scholarships cannot be backdated. 

Selection criteria

Selection will be based on: 

  • Students with the highest academic results in each pathway program in a given semester. 
  • Academic results will be based on the Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) on full-time studies from their previous semester of study. Should multiple students have identical academic results, the scholarship selection committee will refer to marks awarded within each subject/course to ascertain the scholarship recipient. 
  • Students awarded the Academic Distinction Scholarship in the same term will be disqualified from contention for the Exceptional Academic Performance Scholarship. 
  • Additional factors such as educational disadvantage, member of specific equity group and/or significantly adverse personal circumstances may be considered where the scholarship selection committee must differentiate between equally qualified applicants. 
  • Outcome of scheduled interview (if required). 

Notification of results

The scholarship selection committee will announce the recipients of the Exceptional Academic Performance Scholarship at the end of each semester and following the course registration period for the subsequent term. The recipients will be notified by email and the successful students posted on the college/campus website. 

Application instructions

Students are not required to apply for the scholarship as it is awarded based on academic performance in undergraduate/postgraduate level programs. 

Community Engagement Scholarship

ICM is committed to helping you achieve your academic goals by offering scholarships to outstanding students. Each semester, ICM awards five students with Community Engagement Scholarships.

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Value

The Scholarship award is equivalent to $500. 

Eligibility

Applicants must: 

  • Be currently studying full-time. 
  • Have been studying full-time (i.e.: minimum 9 credit hours) and have achieved competencies in all courses across their current program (for which the scholarship is applied for) in the semester immediately prior to the semester when the scholarship is being awarded. 
  • Have participated in the improvement and promotion of a positive student experience at ICM in the semester immediately prior to the semester when the scholarship is being awarded. 
  • Not have any outstanding fees on their student account. 
  • Not have previously received a Community Engagement Scholarship or Academic Merit scholarship. 
  • Not have had a scholarship or bursary from Navitas withdrawn. 
  • Not be receiving another Navitas scholarship in the same semester of consideration for this award. If the student is short-listed for multiple scholarships, the student will be awarded the one of greatest value. 

Conditions

  • The scholarship applies to academic studies completed for an undergraduate/postgraduate program with ICM. Students are liable to pay for the remainder of their semester course fees.
  • Successful recipients will not receive any money from Navitas member institutions. The value of the scholarship will be recorded on the student’s tuition account during their semester of study for an undergraduate/postgraduate program with ICM. 
  • Scholarships are not transferable to other students or Navitas member institutes in any circumstances. 
  • Navitas member institutions reserve the right not to award all or some of the scholarships in a given year. 
  • Scholarships cannot be backdated. 

Selection criteria

Selection will be based on: 

  • Outcome of scheduled interview (if required). 
  • Having conviction to our purpose and potential. 
  • Demonstrating drive by achieving and advancing together. 
  • Participation in the improvement and promotion of positive student experience at ICM in their previous semester of study. 
  • Exemplifying the Navitas core values during, which include: 
    • Being adventurous in mind and spirit. 
    • Demonstrating rigour in enhancing our professional reputation and credibility. 
    • Being genuine in the way we behave and deliver. 
    • Showing respect by celebrating, valuing, and caring for people and the environment.
  • Additional factors such as educational disadvantage, member of specific equity group and/or significantly adverse personal circumstances may be considered where the scholarship selection committee must differentiate between equally qualified applicants. 
  • Outcome of scheduled interview (if required). 

Notification of results

The scholarship selection committee will announce the recipients of the Community Engagement Scholarship at the end of each semester and following the course registration period for the subsequent term. The recipients will be notified by email and the successful students posted on the college/campus website. 

Application instructions

Students are not required to apply for the scholarship as it is awarded based on student experience participation at ICM. Students must be nominated for this award by ICM staff members or Student Leader Managers. 

Resiliency Award Scholarship

ICM recognizes and celebrates students overcoming adversity in the pursuit of completing their academic program. Each semester, ICM awards 12 students with Resiliency Award Scholarships.

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Value

The Scholarship award is equivalent to $250. 

Eligibility

Applicants must: 

  • Be currently studying full-time. 
  • Have achieved the required competencies in the course from which they are being nominated in the semester immediately prior to the semester when the scholarship is being awarded. 
  • Have been nominated by an ICM instructor for the award in the semester immediately prior to the semester when the scholarship is being awarded. 
  • Not have any outstanding fees on their student account. 
  • Not have previously received a Resiliency Award Scholarship or Academic Merit scholarship. 
  • Not have had a scholarship or bursary from Navitas withdrawn. 
  • Not be receiving another Navitas scholarship in the same semester of consideration for this award. If the student is short-listed for multiple scholarships, the student will be awarded the one of greatest value. 

Conditions

  • The scholarship applies to academic studies completed for an undergraduate/postgraduate program with ICM. Students are liable to pay for the remainder of their semester course fees. 
  • Successful recipients will not receive any money from Navitas member institutions. The value of the scholarship will be recorded on the student’s tuition account during their semester of study for an undergraduate/postgraduate program with ICM. 
  • Scholarships are not transferable to other students or Navitas member institutes in any circumstances. 
  • Navitas member institutions reserve the right not to award all or some of the scholarships in a given year. 
  • Scholarships cannot be backdated. 

Selection criteria

Selection will be based on: 

  • Nominations received from ICM instructors identifying students who have shown improvement in classroom citizenship/academic ability or have overcome adversity to be successful in their studies. 
  • The Scholarship Selection Committee will award the scholarships based on the quality of nominations, as determined by personal circumstances and academic performance. 
  • Additional factors such as educational disadvantage, member of specific equity group and/or significantly adverse personal circumstances may be considered where the scholarship selection committee must differentiate between equally qualified applicants 
  • Outcome of scheduled interview (if required). 

Notification of results

The scholarship selection committee will announce the recipients of the Resiliency Award Scholarship at the end of each semester and following the course registration period for the subsequent term. The recipients will be notified by email and the successful students posted on the college/campus website. 

Application instructions

Students are not required to apply for the scholarship as it is awarded based on nominations submitted by ICM instructors. 

All terms and conditions are subject to change without notice or at the discretion of the Navitas member institute or Navitas Pty Ltd.

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