Global Scholars Program at Vancouver

A program for entering first-time, full-time freshmen at the University’s campus in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. 

The concept for our Global Scholars Program was inspired by Fairleigh Dickinson University’s founding mission as an institution that is “of and for the world.”  As a Global Scholar, you will be part of a distinctive community of learners who are committed to world citizenship and to developing a global perspective as tomorrow’s leaders. 

The four-year selective Global Scholars Program is an organized and integrated course of study that combines an intensive multi-disciplinary learning environment with a cross-spectrum of cultural experiences on and off campus. Beginning with the freshman year, Global Scholars participate in domestic and international experiential learning. 

Features 

• A Global Scholars Seminar in the fall term of years one, two, and three of your program. 

• Regular discussion meetings with other Global Scholars in the fall and winter terms of the first three years. 

• Regular participation in and/or organization of various local and/or international volunteer projects. 

• Attendance of various talks in two special speaker series at the FDU Vancouver (mostly in the fall and winter terms): the ‘Diplomatic Circle Series’ — with talks by consuls from various parts of the world — and the ‘Distinguished Visitors Series’ — with renowned speakers from various disciplines. 

• Opportunity to participate in other local talks, conferences, and events concerning global issues. 

• Organization of and/or participation in a variety of (multi-) cultural events on and/or off campus. 

• Participation in local field trips. 

• Opportunity to participate in international conferences and/or other events about global topics — including the Model United Nations. 

• Opportunity to study a semester abroad. 

• Opportunity to participate in co-curricular field experiences at FDU campuses in New Jersey and elsewhere. 

• Opportunity to visit the UN Headquarters in New York if you spend a semester at FDU New Jersey. 

There is no additional tuition for special credit-bearing courses, co-curricular experiences, or the semester abroad. However, costs related to travel and living expenses while traveling and/or studying abroad are the responsibility of the Global Scholar. Students who are accepted into the Global Scholars Program will receive the Global Scholars Grant. Please visit the page for more details. 

Please check out the events in which our Global Scholars participate: 

• Model United Nations and World Model United Nations 

• Diplomatic Circle Series and Distinguished Visitors Series 

• United Nations Pathways Program 

Eligibility 

• Meet the admissions requirements for an undergraduate program at FDU Vancouver. 

• Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 3.0 (“B”) or equivalent. Students with an average of 2.7 (“B-“) or higher may be considered if evidence of school and/or community involvement with a global emphasis has been demonstrated. 

• First-time, full-time freshmen and transfer students with 16 or fewer credits are eligible.  

• Interest in participating in school and/or community volunteer activities that help create a better future. 

• Demonstrated leadership skills and willingness to use these skills in organizing projects and events. 

• Desire to take responsibility for creating a sustainable, peaceful, happy, and healthy world for all 

Each year, approximately 12-15 students are selected to participate in the Global Scholars Program in Vancouver. 

How to Apply 

• Apply online for the FDU Vancouver undergraduate program. 

• Include Global Scholars Questionnaire. Questionnaire can be submitted when filling in the online undergraduate application. 

• Attach a resume or list of achievements, including community involvement and volunteer experiences, with your online application package. 
• Provide two or more Letters of Recommendation (from teachers, supervisors or community leaders).