The Hari Varshney MBA Entrance Scholarship 2026 at the UBC Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia (Canada) supports exceptional MBA candidates who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement, strong aptitude for graduate business education, and leadership potential. The scholarship provides up to 50% of MBA tuition fees and gives preference to international applicants.
About the Hari Varshney MBA Entrance Scholarship
The Hari Varshney MBA Entrance Scholarship was established through the generosity of Hari B. Varshney, a successful entrepreneur and philanthropist who has long supported business education at UBC Sauder. The scholarship aims to attract highly talented MBA candidates from around the world and help them pursue advanced management education at one of Canada’s leading business schools.
UBC Sauder awards this scholarship to applicants who demonstrate:
- Exceptional academic excellence
- Strong aptitude for MBA studies
- Leadership potential
- Professional achievement
- Ability to contribute to the MBA community
The scholarship is dedicated to one MBA applicant, with preference given to international candidates. UBC Sauder automatically considers eligible applicants during the MBA admissions process, so students do not need to submit a separate scholarship application.
Why Choose The Hari Varshney MBA Entrance Scholarship?
This scholarship significantly reduces the cost of studying for an MBA in Canada while recognizing academic and professional excellence.
You benefit from:
- Up to 50% tuition fee support
- Automatic scholarship consideration
- Recognition as a top MBA candidate
- Access to UBC Sauder’s global business network
- Opportunities for leadership development and career advancement
The scholarship supports future leaders pursuing careers in:
- Business management
- Consulting
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- Corporate leadership
- International business
Hari Varshney MBA Entrance Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Canada
- Host University: University of British Columbia
- Business School: UBC Sauder School of Business
- Scholarship Name: Hari Varshney MBA Entrance Scholarship
- Study Level: Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Funding Type: Merit-based tuition scholarship
- Award Value: Up to 50% of MBA tuition fees
- Number of Awards: One scholarship
- Eligible Applicants: MBA applicants, with preference for international students
- Selection Basis: Exceptional aptitude and academic excellence
- Application Requirement: No separate scholarship application required
- Application Deadline: March 2, 2026
- Official Document Deadline: June 30, 2026
Scholarship Benefits
The Hari Varshney MBA Entrance Scholarship provides:
- Up to 50% tuition fee coverage
- Significant reduction in MBA study costs
- Recognition as a high-achieving MBA candidate
- Access to UBC Sauder’s professional and alumni network
- Enhanced opportunities for leadership and career development
- Financial support that allows students to focus more fully on academic and professional growth
Eligibility Criteria
You qualify for the Hari Varshney MBA Entrance Scholarship if you:
- Apply for the UBC Sauder MBA programme
- Demonstrate exceptional academic achievement
- Show strong aptitude for graduate business education
- Present a competitive overall MBA application
- Meet all MBA admission requirements
- Submit a complete application before the scholarship deadline
The scholarship gives preference to international applicants who demonstrate outstanding potential and academic excellence.
Required Documents
You must submit the following as part of your MBA application:
- Completed UBC Sauder MBA application
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Updated CV/resume
- Professional experience details
- Reference letters
- Personal profile and career goals statement
- English language proficiency proof (if required)
UBC Sauder uses the complete MBA application package to assess scholarship eligibility.
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Apply for the UBC Sauder MBA programme.
- Submit all required academic and professional documents.
- Demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership potential, and professional achievements.
- UBC Sauder automatically reviews eligible applicants for the scholarship.
- The admissions and scholarship committee evaluates candidates based on merit.
- The selected recipient receives scholarship confirmation with the admission offer.
