The International Returning Student Scholarship 2026 at Douglas College is a merit-based award for continuing international students. The college awards this scholarship to students who are already studying at Douglas College and demonstrate strong academic performance during their program.
The scholarship forms part of Douglas College’s internal funding system and supports students as they progress into higher semesters of their studies.
About the Douglas College International Returning Student Scholarship
The International Returning Student Scholarship recognizes international students who maintain high academic standards while studying at Douglas College.
For the 2026 intake cycle, the college:
- Awards the scholarship to currently enrolled international students only (not new entrants)
- Requires completion of at least 21 letter-graded credits at Douglas College
- Requires a minimum GPA of 3.75 for eligibility
- Requires students to remain enrolled in at least 9 credits during the award term
- Awards the scholarship automatically without requiring an application
- Awards the scholarship only once per student during their studies
The college bases its selection entirely on academic performance and ongoing enrollment status.
Why Choose The Douglas College International Returning Student Scholarship?
This scholarship rewards students who consistently perform well after beginning their studies at Douglas College.
At Douglas College, continuing international students benefit from:
- Affordable tuition at a Canadian public college
- Strong career-oriented academic programs
- Internship and co-op opportunities in Metro Vancouver
- Flexible transfer pathways into Canadian universities
- Dedicated support services for international students
The scholarship encourages students to maintain high academic achievement throughout their degree program.
Douglas College International Returning Student Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Host Institution: Douglas College
- Scholarship Name: International Returning Student Scholarship
- Study Level: Undergraduate (continuing students)
- Funding Type: Merit-based scholarship
- Eligible Applicants: International students already enrolled at Douglas College
- Selection Basis: Minimum GPA 3.75 and 21+ completed credits
- Enrollment Requirement: Minimum 9 credits per term
- Application Method: Automatic (no application required)
Scholarship Benefits
Selected students receive:
- One-time financial award (amount varies each year)
- Recognition for strong academic performance
- Enhanced academic profile for future scholarships and opportunities
- Motivation to maintain consistent academic excellence
- Contribution toward tuition expenses
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be an international student enrolled at Douglas College
- Complete at least 21 graded credits
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.75
- Enroll in at least 9 credits during the award term
- Maintain good academic standing
- Not have previously received this specific scholarship (awarded only once)
Required Documents
The college does not require a separate application. It determines eligibility using internal academic records:
- Official Douglas College academic transcript
- Credit completion record
- GPA record
- Current enrollment status
Application Process & Timeline
Students follow this process:
- Students enroll at Douglas College as international students.
- Students complete at least 21 graded credits during their studies.
- Students maintain a GPA of 3.75 or higher.
- Students stay enrolled in a minimum of 9 credits per term.
- The college automatically evaluates eligible students.
- The college notifies selected students directly of the award.
