When you come to Ivey, you join some of the most talented young leaders from all over the world. Approximately 30% of our class is made up of international students representing 14 countries of citizenship, 19 birth countries and 27 languages.
The International Student Experience at Ivey
So no matter where you come from in the world, the spirit of this diverse Ivey Community will make you feel at home. And after you graduate, you’ll join a network of 22,000 Alumni in 99 countries around the world.
Here we provide helpful information on moving to Canada, studying at Ivey and navigating the admissions process as an international applicant. If you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Canada
Admissions &
Deadlines
Financing
Study Permit
As an international student, you will be required to obtain a Canadian Study Permit in order to come to Canada and complete the MBA program. Students may apply for this Permit once they have received an offer of admission to Ivey.
City of London
Ivey is located in London, Ontario, Canada’s 10th largest centre. Located between Toronto and Detroit, London is home to nearly half a million; a diverse population with people from all countries, cultures and faiths. In April 2008, the City of London won the National Multiculturalism Award, a special recognition for promoting and celebrating its cultural diversity. Learn more about moving to London and what our city has to offer.
Studying at Western
The Richard Ivey School of Business is part of the University of Western Ontario (Western), known for providing the best student experience among Canada’s research-intensive universities. Western is an internationally significant teaching and research institution with a population of over 33,000 students, including approximately 2,200 international students from more than 120 countries. As an Ivey and Western student, you will have access to all resources and amenities provided by the University.
Experience Ivey
Ivey offers a Class Visit program to help candidates experience the Ivey environment and culture first-hand. To support this piece of the MBA decision-making process, we offer a Travel Award program for international students to come and visit Ivey. However, we understand that various circumstances may prevent applicants from making the trip. That’s why we encourage you to view our Campus Video Tour and learn more about the facilities at the Ivey-Spencer Leadership Centre campus, where the Ivey MBA program is held.
Admissions
In addition to meeting the minimum admissions criteria for all candidates, international applicants are also required to demonstrate a strong level of English proficiency which can be done by either post-secondary education at an English speaking institution, or significant work experience in an English speaking environment. Alternatively, candidates must successfully complete an English language proficiency test. Ivey accepts:
- TOEFL (minimum internet-based score of 100)
- IELTS (minimum score of 6)
- MELAB (minimum score of 85)
- PTE (minimum score of 70)
Further detail on these tests is available from the British Council and English Language Institute.
International applicants who are admitted to Ivey will also be required to submit the following documents upon, or prior to, their arrival:
- One copy of their original diploma
- One official certified transcript from each foreign institution with English translations
Deadlines
All international applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than the Round 2 admission deadline to allow sufficient time for Study Permit/Student Visa processing.
Scholarships & Awards
Overall, applicants to the Ivey MBA program will be considered for more than $1.8 million in admissions awards and scholarships. Most of these awards and scholarships are available to international students.
International candidates of exceptional quality are automatically reviewed for admission awards ranging from $15,000 to half tuition. Candidates will be assessed on academic merit and leadership qualities demonstrated through education, activities and work experience. Candidates who are selected to receive a scholarship or award will be notified at the time of the admissions offer.
International Assistance Awards
International candidates will also be considered for International Assistance Awards at the time admissions decisions are made. These awards can range up to $30,000 for eligible candidates and are determined based on need. Distribution of these awards will be at the discretion of the Financial Aid office.
Loan Options
International students who do not yet have permanent residency status, but do have a strong Canadian cosigner may consider a loan with TD Canada Trust. Residents of India also have the option of speaking to HDFC to consider a loan from their home country.
| Bank | Contact | Email/Telephone | Program Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
 |
Neil Raja | neil.raja@td.com (519) 673-6020 x224 |
$80,000-$120,000* |
|
HDFC India |
Neeraj Bassi |
neeraj.bassi@hdfcbank.com Cell: 932089508 |
$44,000 |
Other Resources for International Student Financing
There are many additional sources that international candidates should explore for external financing options. Helpful resources include:
- Government of Canada – International Student Scholarships
- Indian Association for Canadian Studies
- Scholarships 4 Students From Developing Countries
- List of Canadian Embassies*
Contact Us
Each candidate’s financial situation and application profile is unique. We encourage you to contact us if you have any questions about options for financing your MBA or would like more information. Or, download our Financial Aid brochure.
Email: finaid@ivey.ca
Phone: 1 (519) 850-2520
*Canadian embassies sometimes administer scholarships to students such as the Commonwealth Scholarship, or others that result out of agreement between Canada and another country.
