Transcript University of Toronto National Scholarship Program

College/University
Scholarships
Presented by The Guidance Department
October 1st , 2014
Scholarships
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These are non-repayable awards given to
recognize the high level of excellence a
student has achieved in his/her studies.
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Scholarships can be based on:
◦ Outstanding Marks
◦ Community Involvement
◦ Athletic Ability
◦ Specific Criteria
 Eg. parents who work for a company
What Kinds of
Scholarships Are There?
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Entrance scholarships
-one-time $ amount awarded
to a student prior to first
year entry
-offered as a reward for
academic excellence and
to entice the student to
accept the University’s
offer of admission
-range from hundreds to
several thousand dollars
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Renewable scholarships
-monetary awards spread out
over a student’s
undergraduate career (e.g.,
$10, 000 renewable
scholarships provide students
with $2,500 a year for four
years)
-conditional on specific
criteria, such as the
maintenance of a certain
average.
Applying for Scholarships
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Universities may also offer scholarships that
require a separate application and have specific
criteria attached to them.
SO HOW DO I KNOW IF I NEED TO SUBMIT A
SEPARATE APPLICATION OR NOT??
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Scholarships:
Who Gets Them?
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Students entering their first year at a particular
College or University are eligible.
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Usually, for Universities an automatic selection is
made based on outstanding academic
achievement, so students do not have to submit
a separate application.
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Occasionally, factors other than academics are
considered (e.g., athletics or extra curricular
activities, Financial Need). In such cases, a
supplementary form will be required.
Some Examples of Scholarships
that Are Out There
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University of Toronto National Scholarship Program
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TD Scholarships for Community Leadership
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Foundation Scholarships
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Loran Award
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Shullich Leaders for STEM students
U of Toronto National
Scholarship Program
The U of T National Scholarship will cover:
• Tuition and incidental fees for four years of
undergraduate study
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Provide residence support in first year
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Include a renewable monetary award
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The selection of National Scholars is based on
exceptional academic and extra-curricular
achievement.
How to apply for the U of T
National Scholarship Program
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You do not need a nomination from your
school to apply for this program
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Students who are applying and want to be
considered for Earl Haig’s National Book Award
winner please see Mr. Panagopoulos
The deadline for submission of the application to
U of T is November 7th , 2014.
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Application materials available on
• http://www.adm.utoronto.ca/awards/the-national-andarbor-scholarship-program/
TD Scholarships for
Community Leadership
The TD Scholarship for Community Leadership
will cover:
• Up to $10,000 per year for tuition at any
approved Canadian University
• $7500/year towards living expenses
• Offer of paid summer employment at TD
• Mentorship opportunities
• Invitations to annual gatherings, networking
opportunities, and events
Criteria for the TD
Scholarship
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These scholarships are awarded to graduating
students across Canada who have shown
exceptional initiative in community leadership in
balance with academic performance.
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To apply go to:
• https://juno.aucc.ca/wes/td_e.html
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Applications due November 28th, 2014
Loran Award
This scholarship/award covers:
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An annual tuition waiver and a stipend of $9,000
at any of the partner Universities
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Access to funding and internships through the
summer
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Invitations to annual gathering and forums
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Mentorship opportunities
Loran Award Criteria
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Minimum average of 85%
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Canadian citizenship or permanent residence
status
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Well-rounded students who are active in both
their communities and school and exhibit
character, service, and leadership
Loran Award Application
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Go to www.loranaward.ca
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Students can be considered for SPONSORED
APPLICANT STATUS by downloading the
application package and completing questions
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Deadlines: At Earl Haig all Loran entries hoping
to be chosen for the sponsored applicant pool
must be submitted on October 14, 2014.
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October 29th for all direct pool applications
University Scholarship Programs
For Instance
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The University of Guelph offers 12 awards
worth up to $36,000
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Awards for academic excellence 90%
minimum average, innovation, community
engagement
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Due January 2015
“Other” Sources
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These are scholarships offered by private
foundations and institutions.
WHERE DO I FIND OUT MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT THESE SCHOLARSHIPS?
1.) Read the guidance bulletin weekly www.earlhaig.ca
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 guidance department link
www.scholarships.ca
www.studentawards.com
www.canlearn.ca
www.osap.gov.on.ca
Check the Scholarship board outside Guidance
Check with your parents at their place of work
Bursaries
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These are awards for students whose financial
circumstances (need) could be a barrier to
continuing studies at a post secondary level
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Usually you must also be applying for OSAP
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The student would have to provide information
verifying financial need
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Academic excellence is expected
Any Questions??