Scholarships and Awards at Lang

Redefining business education, the vision of the Lang School is to be recognized globally for our commitment to developing future leaders for a more sustainable world.

Nine (9) scholarships of $5,000 each are offered to attract students who demonstrate a commitment to being ethical and responsible leaders, to community involvement, and who view business as a force for good that can create a more sustainable world. Students entering an undergraduate Lang degree program with a minimum of 80% admission average will be selected based on: contributions to their communities as evidenced through positions held, extra-curricular activities, involvement in high school and communities, academic achievement, response to a short essay question, and reference support. Scholarship recipients, who will be known as Lang Scholars, will be invited to participate in various School events. This prestigious entrance scholarship was established in 2019 as part of a transformative $21 million gift by Stu and Kim Lang to name the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics to honour Stu’s father. 

Donor(s): Stu and Kim Lang

Value: 9 scholarships of $5,000 each

Applications are due in April and awarded in the fall.

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This prestigious doctoral scholarship was established in 2019 as part of a transformative $21 million gift by Stu and Kim Lang to name the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics to honour Stu’s father. Redefining business education, the vision of the Lang School is to be recognized globally for our commitment to developing future leaders for a more sustainable world.

Five (5) scholarships of $20,000 each are offered to outstanding students who demonstrate a commitment to being ethical and responsible leaders, to community involvement, and who view business as a force for good that can create a more sustainable world. Applicants entering the Lang doctoral program must demonstrate: a high level of academic achievement (i.e., first-class (“A-”) admission average); strong research skills and potential; leadership within and/or beyond the academic community; and strong alignment with the vision of the Lang School.

Scholarship recipients, who will be known as Lang Scholars, will be invited to serve as mentors to future award winners and to participate in various School events.

Donor(s): Stu and Kim Lang

Value: 5 scholarships of $20,000 each

Awarded: Yearly for Fall intake

Application Deadline: February 1st

Apply now.

This prestigious executive program scholarship was established in 2019 as part of a transformative $21 million gift by Stu and Kim Lang to name the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics to honour Stu’s father. Redefining business education, the vision of the Lang School is to be recognized globally for our commitment to developing future leaders for a more sustainable world.

Four (4) scholarships of $20,000 each (two MBA and two MA Leadership) are offered to attract students who demonstrate a commitment to being ethical and responsible leaders, to community involvement, and who view business as a force for good that can create a more sustainable world. Students entering the Lang MBA or MA Leadership degree program will be selected based on; demonstration of excellence in management, administration or leadership, high academic achievement, and evidence of leadership outside of their career (e.g. volunteer work, community service). Scholarship recipients, who will be known as Lang Scholars, will be invited to participate in various School events.

Donor(s): Stu and Kim Lang

Value: 4 scholarships of $20,000 each (2x MBA, 2x MA in Leadership)

Application Deadline: February 1st

Apply now.

Information on funding for first-year undergraduate students is available on the Student Financial Services website.

Graduate students looking for funding information should consult the department to which they are seeking admission, the graduate award online search tool and the Office of Graduate Studies funding web page. 

Internal awards and scholarships are listed in the Student Financial Services database. Before you start searching, get more information on applying for these opportunities.

Additional scholarships and awards are often sent to Lang from external organizations. In order to provide you with information about as many opportunities as possible, these are added to the External Scholarships & Awards web page. Please note that the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics has no control over these opportunities. Deadlines and criteria can change without notice.

Some on-campus scholarships and awards do not require an application - you will automatically be considered for them if you are eligible. For scholarships and awards requiring an application please be sure:

1. You meet the eligibility criteria

2. To submit your application and all required materials by the posted deadline

3. To submit your application to the correct department/unit

4. To fill out the appropriate form as indicated on the search engine

SFS forms and documents webpage

If the search engine indicates that applications should be submitted to the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics Awards Committee please email your application and any supporting documentation to Lang.awards@uoguelph.ca.