Homa Scholarship
Foundation

Yes, approved applicants who have bought their own tickets will be reimbursed upon submitting their valid bank information in Canada. If you have bought your tickets before applying for this scholarship, please also provide information about your ticket.

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If you can purchase your tickets, we strongly recommend you to do so. Please let us know after your purchase. We will reimburse successful applicants who have already purchased their ticket.

Our scholarship aimed to support Iranian students to move to Canada for starting their studies. We will pay up to our best estimation of the one-way ticket for that flight. If you have any proof of the price of a one-way ticket for that date, please send the proof, otherwise, we will reimburse a maximum of 60% of the price tag of the round trips.

No, unfortunately, this scholarship is only available for students who start their program in September 2023. We hope to continue supporting students with the generosity of our donors. Please wait for our announcement for the next application intake.

The deadline for submitting the scholarship application is July 14, 2023 11:59 PM PST. Late applications will not be accepted, so please ensure you submit your application on time.

The number of scholarships awarded will depend on the availability of funds and the quality of applications received. While we aim to support as many deserving students as possible, the exact number of scholarships awarded may vary each year.

No, as part of the application process, you will not be required to upload information regarding your financial situation, including any relevant supporting documentation. However, if you think it makes your application stronger, please upload any relevant documents. Please, fill out the financial section in honesty.

Yes, you can still apply for the Homa Scholarship even if you have received other scholarships or financial assistance. However, please provide details of any other scholarships or funding you have received in your application.

The scholarship admissions will be conducted on a rolling basis in two to three rounds. The first round of scholarships will be awarded between 2 to 4 weeks post application deadline.

Deferring your enrollment to a later term may affect your eligibility for the Homa Scholarship. Please contact the scholarship committee for further clarification on the deferral policy and its impact on the scholarship.

No, you can not apply for the Homa Scholarship if you have not already been admitted to UBC. We require the applicants to upload their letter of admission.

The Homa Scholarship specifically covers the airfare expenses for incoming Iranian graduate students. However, recipients are encouraged to explore additional funding opportunities and scholarships to support their other expenses, such as tuition, housing, and living costs.

Generally, there are no specific post-scholarship obligations for recipients of the Homa Scholarship. However, recipients may be encouraged to contribute to the UBC community, participate in events organized by the UBC Persian Club, or share their experiences with future scholarship applicants.

Unfortunately, the Homa Scholarship is specifically designed to support Iranian students who are studying in Iran. Therefore, Iranian students studying outside of Iran are not eligible to apply. This decision is based on the scholarship's aim to address the financial challenges faced by students within Iran. We encourage you to explore other scholarship opportunities that may be available for students studying abroad.

The selection process for the Homa Scholarship typically involves a thorough review of the applications by a scholarship committee. The committee assesses the applicants based on various criteria, including but not limited to academic achievements, financial need, and volunteer work.

Yes, as part of the application process, you will typically be required to provide proof of acceptance into a graduate program at UBC. This can include an official admission letter or any other documentation confirming your enrollment.

No, in order to apply for the Homa Scholarship, you must have received an admission decision from UBC and be enrolled in a graduate program. The scholarship is specifically intended for students who have been admitted to UBC and are actively pursuing their studies. Please ensure you have received your admission decision before submitting your application for the Homa Scholarship.

Yes, we are offering the Homa Scholarship to both UBC Vancouver and UBC Okanagan campuses. Eligible Iranian graduate students who are admitted and enrolled in programs at either of these campuses are encouraged to apply for the scholarship. The scholarship aims to support Iranian students studying at UBC, regardless of their campus location.

Yes, the Homa Scholarship is open to students from various academic disciplines at UBC.

The Homa Scholarship is open to incoming graduate students who come from Iran.