THE CLASS OF 2021 UNIVERSITY APPLICATION PROCESS
SEPTEMBER 2020
A special Message from
Grad 2021 Co-Chairs JACKIE SKLENKA (ISHI SKLENKA ‘21) and JILL BURGIN (SAM FLOOD’ 21)
AGENDA ●
Naviance
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Applying to Ontario universities
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IB Levels & Ontario percentages
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The next 8 months
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KEY DATES: ◦
Canadian universities
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Applying overseas (U.K)
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Applying to U.S.A.
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Scholarship opportunities
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Counselling Support / Resources
Using Naviance
We will…
• Support your child and identify options • Complete and or review all e-apps 1:1 • Review all written aspects in apps • Provide documentation and advice • Assist students in choosing and processing a final destination
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Parents can help by…. • Stress the importance of hard work, perseverance and commitment • Set clear expectations for the child
• Help with time management skills when necessary • Coach their child to be a self advocate • Understanding that the best school is the best fit school • Promote strategic use of technology • Promote a healthy lifestyle • Help your child build resilience
• Treat them like an adult in progress
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Student can help themselves by… • Attending school • Owning their responsibilities • Managing their time and organization independently • Thinking critically • Developing their resiliency • Remain open to asking for support • Staying healthy • Communicating regularly with their counsellor • Communicating regularly with their counsellor PREPARING FOR UNIVERSITY
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The Best Fit !!!
▪ Majors & educational programs ▪ Type of school & degrees offered ▪ Admission policy ▪ Location & size ▪ Opportunities for Success ▪ Costs & financial aid ▪ Campus activities ▪ Support services
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PROGRAM FINDER
INFO ABOUT UNIVERSITIES AND PROGRAMS.
SCHOLARSHIPS
HOW TO APPLY TUTORIALS
APPLYING TO ONTARIO UNIVERSITIES ● OUAC (Ontario Universities Application Centre)
● $150.00 for your 1st THREE choices ● $50.00 each additional choice
● OU-Info for programs and requirements
DEADLINES ●
January 15, 2021- Deadline for students to submit completed applications to OUAC
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May 27, 2021-Latest date to expect a response from universities
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June 1, 2020- Earliest date universities may require a response
Applying to Ontario Universities Some offers come earlier than others. Early entrance can be based on grade 11 marks alone.
Supplements and Additional information •Personal profile •Audition •Portfolio
IB grades vs Ontario grades Universities will consider both Ontario%’s and overall IB score for purposes of admissions ... and possibly placement
https://blogs.yorkschool.com/ hannahelps/
The Canadian Application Process
UNIVERSITY STUDY.CA
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Applying to Other Provinces •Individual applications and fees •Different dates, different processes
•Atlantic universities: only require five 4U/M credits. •$50-120 depending on university. •Watch deadlines: UBC – Jan 31, McGill February 1.
•Some get grades from OUAC (e.g. McGill, UBC, Dalhousie, Concordia, Bishop’s, Calgary)
The U.K. Application process ● 5 APPLICATIONS MAX. ● ONE OF EITHER Oxford / Cambridge ● Oct 15th for Ox-Bridge/ Meds / Dent / Vet ● Jan 15th for All others
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The U.K. Application process
WWW.UCAS.COM
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CLICK HERE TO DWNLD PREPARING FOR UNIVERSITY 21
DEADLINES & DUE DATES AMERICAN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
BRITISH UNIVERSITIES
Early Action or Oxford, Early Decision Cambridge, NOVEMBER 1ST Direct entry medical, Regular dental, Decision veterinary JANUARY 1st programs OCTOBER 15th
CANADIAN UNIVERSITES
ONTARIO UNIVERSITIES
OTHERS
Varies by university.
OUAC must be paid for. JANUARY 15th
Varies by university.
e.g. UBC Jan 31 McGill Feb 1 Dal. March 15th
JANUARY 15TH for regular international applications
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OFFERS AND REJECTIONS DATES AMERICAN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
BRITISH UNIVERSITIES
CANADIAN UNIVERSITES
ONTARIO UNIVERSITIES
Early Action or Early Decision DECMBER 15TH
Rolling:
Rolling:
Rolling: All decisions announced by May 29th 2021
Variable acceptance dates
Regular Decision March through April
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Beyond The York School
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TIMELINES - KEY DATES - DEADLINES
JULY + AUGUST 2020 ● CREATE YOUR COMMON APP ACCOUNT ● WRITE COMMON APP ESSAY DRAFT ● REQUEST LOR’S
● MEET WITH HANNA / BAULD ● REGISTER FOR UK STANDARDIZED TESTS (if applicable)
TIMELINES - KEY DATES - DEADLINES
SEPTEMBER + OCTOBER 2020 ● COMMON APP ESSAY COMPLETED ● CONFIRM ED/EA/RD ● COLLEGE SPECIFIC SUPPLEMENTS DONE
● OX-BRIDGE - MED/VET OCTOBER 15TH ● SET UP ONTARIO UNIVERSITY APPLICATION CENTRE ACCOUNT (OUAC)
TIMELINES - KEY DATES - DEADLINES
NOVEMBER 2020 ● ED/EA SUBMITTED ● RD - REFINE ESSAY AND SUPPS ● COMPLETE UCAS PERSONAL STATEMENT ● SET UP INDIVIDUAL CANADIAN UNIVERSITY PORTALS TO COMPLETE ANY ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS ● RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS
TIMELINES - KEY DATES - DEADLINES
DECEMBER 2020 ● ALL U.S. APPS COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED ● ALL U.K. APPS COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED ● ALL ONTARIO / CANADIAN APPS PAID FOR.
● MAKE ADJUSTMENTS IF NECESSARY ● TARGET SCHOLARSHIPS
TIMELINES - KEY DATES - DEADLINES
WINTER BREAK DEC-JAN 2021 ● COMPLETE ALL ONTARIO / CANADIAN SUPPS ● COMPLETE ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
TIMELINES - KEY DATES - DEADLINES
JANUARY 2021
YOU ARE
⦁ DEMONSTRATING ⦁ YOUR BEST SELF* ⦁
*HOLISTIC AND TOP SIX, 4U’S
TIMELINES - KEY DATES - DEADLINES
FEBRUARY- APRIL 2021 ⦁ EVALUATE OFFERS OF ADMISSION WITH COUNSELLOR
TIMELINES - KEY DATES - DEADLINES
APRIL -MAY 2021 ⦁ ACCEPT ONE OFFER OF ADMISSION ⦁ KNOW THE CONDITIONS OF OFFERS ⦁ FINISH STRONG -
SCHOLARSHIPS 20202021
Types of Scholarships ● Entrance Scholarships - What are they? Do I need to apply? ● Bursaries ● Major Scholarships- Application process and due dates. How do I know if I’m eligible? ● Where can I find a list of scholarships? ● What are the steps if I’m interested in applying?
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Loran Scholarship October 15 and 22, 2020 October 15 - School nominated / October 22 - Direct Pool Valued at $100,000 for four years with 25 partner universities in Canada
We believe that the promise of a young person is to be found in character. To find Canada’s next generation of leaders, we must look beyond grades and rankings to find the promise of character. ● Service, initiative, involvement in community, positive change ● Reach out to counsellor if interested. School can nominate 3 students ● Loran Scholarship to find out more
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Morehead-Cain Scholarship Oct 30 2020 (Canada deadline) Influence and inspire others to work together to make an impact. Leadership is more than a title. It is courage and action. ● Offers Canadian students full tuition for four years at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ● In addition to grades, the Morehead-Cain looks for students who have made a difference at school or in their community. ● Character. Physical Vigour. Academics. Leadership. ● Apply directly: Morehead Cain
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University of Toronto National Scholarship, October 2020 If you are: ● ● ● ● ●
An original and creative thinker Committed to your school and community A high achiever in academic and creative pursuits Enthusiastic about learning and intellectual exploration A national book award nominee or self identified as meeting criteria above You can be a U of T National Scholar! Value of approximately $100,000 Find out how to apply: UT Scholarships
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TD Scholarship opening Sept... Minimum 75% average in grade 12 courses and demonstrated community involvement. Up to $70,000 ● For over 25 years, young people across Canada have gone above and beyond to make their community and world a better place and they feel it deserves recognition. ● We’re interested in hearing from students who have demonstrated consistent and outstanding dedication to solving a community problem or making their community a better place. ● How do I apply? Find out here: TD Scholarship
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Queen’s Chancellor’s Award December 1st 2020 Internal Deadline November 20th, 2020 90% average in all grade 12 courses. Excellent leadership in and outside of school. Recognized by school and teachers. Nominated by a secondary school official, students must possess superior academic ability and proven leadership qualities, and must be original and creative thinkers. York may nominate one student. ● $9,000 for each year of university. Queen’s must be your first choice
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Queen’s Chancellor’s Award Continued: ● Apply to Queen’s via OUAC by November 16th to ensure you gain access to SOLUS to submit your Scholarship application ● Interested candidates complete application by Friday, November 20th and York’s Scholarship committee will determine who will be put forth. Let your counsellor know ASAP
Queen's Chancellor's Award
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University of British Columbia December 1, 2020 If you would like to be considered for a Major Scholarship, you must submit your application to UBC by December 1, 2020
Find out more here: UBC scholarships
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University of King’s College due Jan 15, 2021 ● Major Entrance Scholarships: ● Donald R Sobey Family Scholarships: Awarded on the basis of academic excellence, leadership skills, and involvement in school/community. Total award is $50,000 - students receive $17,000 in 1st year and $11,000 in years 2-4. ● Canadian Citizens and entering 1st year of the FYP (Foundation Year Program) ● Dr Carrie Best Scholarship: Applicants of African-Canadian or Indigenous descent are eligible to apply with a value of $20,000 University of King's College
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Guelph National Scholarship Jan 25, 2021 ● ● ● ● ●
Valued at $42,000 over four years Superior leadership and extra-curricular involvement 90% average Online application and interview (if selected): Letter from student applicant, listing of school and community engagement/leadership, 2 letters of reference More Information: Guelph National Scholarship
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McEuen Scholarship January 31, 2021 Interested in applying to the University of St. Andrews in Scotland? They offer free tuition for Canadian students. â—? Awarded annually based on extra-curricular involvement and academic achievement Apply now: McEuen Scholarship
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Schulich Leadership Awards January 27th, 2021 Internal deadline: Thursday, January 15th-school submits nominee Jan 27th
● Launched in 2012, the one million dollar programme funds 50 undergraduate scholarships each year at 20 of Canada’s finest institutions ● The most promising student can pursue their dreams and become the next global pioneers. They are innovators. ● Demonstrate 2 of 3: Financial Need, Academic Excellence, Leadership. York may select ONE nominee by committee. ● 25 at $100,000 for engineering, 25 at $80,000 for science, technology or math Schulich Leadership Award
Please start this application early
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Western National Scholarship Feb 14, 2021 York deadline: Thursday, January 28th, 2021 90% average in all of your grade 12 courses. Demonstrated excellence in leadership. ● Western should be your first choice ● There is a request for a reference letter. Essay 1000 words: an original essay by you on an issue important to you or of public concern ● School can nominate 4 students by committee ● Western National Scholarship
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Hellmuth Scholarship February 15, 2021 Huron University College (Western University)
● Valued at $35,000 over four years and require 90% in your grade 12 courses ● Outstanding achievement in volunteer/community service/athletics/the arts/student life ● Essay required, interview if selected Hellmuth Application
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McMaster Entrance Scholarships ● Students who have submitted an application to McMaster Engineering, Computer Science or Technology should consider applying for the Hatch or Dean’s Excellence Entrance Scholarships. ● Two Hatch scholarships valued at $48,000 (8,000/year) to exceptional Engineering students ● Four Dean’s Excellence Entrance Scholarships valued at $10,000 will be given to exceptional students entering Engineering, Computer Science or Technology. 24 awards of $7,500 are also available
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McMaster continued…. Students must have an admission average of 94% and the following: ● Demonstrated leadership abilities ● Extra curricular/volunteer ● 2 letters of reference
The deadline to submit the application is TBD; the online form can be found here: McMaster Oncampus interviews will be held on April 25 for top-ranked candidates SHAD participants are encouraged to apply for $1,000 SHAD entrance award. McMaster's Major Awards
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President and Chancellor Awards Various universities: ● ● ● ● ●
Carleton - March 1, 2021 ($30,000-$40,000) Ottawa - March 1, 2021 ($26,000) Lakehead - April 15, 2021 ($30,000) Trent - April 1, 2021 ($20,000) Nipissing - May 1, 2021 ($10,000)
AND MORE! Most universities will offer President/Chancellor Awards
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SHAD Scholarships - deadlines vary Did you participate in SHAD?
These scholarships are for YOU! SHAD scholarships
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Search Scholarships! Ontario Scholarships Scholarships Canada Yconic University Study Scholarship Portal
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Remember: ● Many schools offer bursaries for various reasons. It may be financial or extenuating circumstances. ● Talk to your counsellor - let us know early if you’re interested in applying for one ● Know deadlines ● Check Naviance for scholarship list ● Research on your own!
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Don’t forget to download The York School’s Post Secondary Planning app!
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Links to virtual tours
Extra-curriculars during COVID? Tips for the Common Application
Write to Excite Writing Workshop This program offers a step-by-step guide for drafting application essays. In the first half of the program, students will learn about the structure of an application essay, which differs between Canada and the U.S. In the second half of the program, students will receive specific writing tips. These tips are the same for applications to both Canadian and U.S universities. About the Instructor:
Ryan Standil attended Western University, where he completed an undergraduate degree at the Ivey Business School and a law degree at the Faculty of Law. Throughout his time on campus, Ryan tutored other Western students who desired assistance with their applications to graduate school. These students were consistently admitted to their programs of choice. OCTOBER 19th $49 TWO HOUR SESSION
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