UTS Admissions Viewbook

ADMISSIONS

In 1910, UTS opened its doors to students for the first time.

Now, more than a century later, it opens its doors to you.

It’s always a joy to sit in my office and hear the sounds of the school reverberating around me.

It might be the voices of our students, a Taiko drumming practice, or a wellness breakfast in the foyer. All are reminders of the vitality of our school—a veritable symphony of UTS activity.

Rosemary Welcome

Our students flock to UTS from across the Greater Toronto Area. Intellectually curious, creative, eager to take initiative and supportive of one another, they come together to achieve remarkable things.

Rosemary Evans Principal

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from across the GTA and beyond

65% 35% 96 450 out of

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libraries athletic facilities learning partnerships

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students receive financial aid

Bursaries cover 5% to 100% of tuition Our average bursary size is around $10,700

Class of 2017 Graduate Destinations CANADA

Thanks to our affiliation with the University of Toronto, UTS students have access to the university’s

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UTS is where you find your passion. I’m not sure yet where the journey will take me when I graduate, but I know this school has given me a solid foundation.

of UTS applicants are from public schools

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co-ed students Grades 7 to 12

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applicants every year

INTERNATIONAL Harvard University

3

New York University

2

13

University of California Berklee College of Music

2 1

Queen’s University

11

Columbia University

1

McMaster University

9

1

McGill University

6

Cornell University Curtis Institute of Music

University of Toronto

35

University of Waterloo

14

University of Western Ontario

University of British Columbia

3

Dalhousie University

2

Concordia University

1

Emily Carr University of Art and Design

1

University of Guelph

1

University of Toronto Schools

Johns Hopkins University

1 1

King’s College London

1

Massachusetts Institute of 1 Technology Sciences Po University of Chicago

1 1

University of Pennsylvania Washington University in St. Louis

1 1

HOUSES Students are sorted into one of four houses: Althouse, Lewis, Cody, and Crawford, competing in events throughout the school year.

ASSEMBLIES UTS assemblies are run by and for students. Musical performances, skits, dramatic interludes and singalongs are all part of the experience!

COCURRICULARS The UTS experience is as rich and varied beyond the classroom as it is within. There are countless ways for students to discover their passions, develop their skills, become involved in student life, and take on leadership roles. utschools.ca/admissions

Here at UTS there is no limit to expressing your unique self.

Because of our merit-based admissions process, we attract the best candidates from across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond, regardless of their background and their experience.

Our students have a sincere love of learning, strong character skills, and a real care for themselves and others.

Nandita Bajaj Head of Admissions

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STUDENT SERVICES

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

At UTS, we want to support our students to

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not just grow academically, but to develop as happy and healthy people. Dedicated professionals and guidance counsellors provide a caring environment where our students feel valued as they grow and develop.

Marleen Koch UTS Social Worker

UTS success at the Ontario High School German Contest.

For the first time in the TDCAA Badminton League, one team brought home all five banners: Bantam, Junior, Senior, Overall Tournament, and the League Championship.

That team was UTS. UTS travelled to California to compete in the International Career Development Conference. Our students earned one First Place and two Third Place prizes, with 22 students earning Top 25 scores in their competitions.

UTS students at the Senior Provincial Debating Championships, where all our teams qualified for the national competition.

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HOW TO APPLY Stage 1 Grade 7

Grade 9

Grade 10

Grade 11

Eligibility requirements Applicants must: • Be legal residents of Canada (citizen or landed immigrant/permanent resident) • Live with a parent or legal guardian (documentation required if living with a legal guardian)

Grade 7

Applicants write the middle level SSAT (Standard or Flex) Applicants select UTS as a Score Recipient upon SSAT registation October 1, 2018 to November 30, 2018

Grade 9

Grade 10

Grade 11

Applicants write the upper level SSAT (Standard or Flex) Applicants select UTS as a Score Recipient upon SSAT registation October 1, 2018 to November 30, 2018

Applicants complete the UTS Standard Application Online at utschools.ca/admissions, which includes: Grade 7

1. Student Biographic Profile 2. Student Essays 3. Proof of Canadian Residency Status 4. Provincial Report Card 1 - February 2017 5. Provincial Report Card 2 - June 2017 6. Provincial Report Card 1 - February 2018 7. Provincial Report Card 2 - June 2018 8. Progress Report Card - November 2018 9. Provincial Report Card 1 - February 2019 [to be submitted only if the applicant is invited to Stage 2] 10. Individual Education Plan (IEP), if applicable 11. Psychological Assessment, if applicable October 1, 2018 to November 30, 2018 Grade 9 Items 1-11 listed above and recommendation form by Grade 7/8 teacher (to be submitted online by teacher) October 1, 2018 to November 30, 2018 Grade 10

Grade 11

Items 1-11 listed above and recommendation form by Grade 9 Mathematics teacher (to be submitted online by teacher) and recommendation form by any Grade 8/9 teacher (to be submitted online by teacher) October 1, 2018 to November 30, 2018 Grade 7

Grade 9

Grade 10

Grade 11

Results from Stage 1 are emailed to all applicants and selected applicants are invited to Stage 2 December 21, 2018 University of Toronto Schools

Stage 2

Offers of Admission

Applicants who are invited to Stage 2 complete the following steps:

Stage 2 applicants who are offered admission report their decision to UTS February 27, 2019

Grade 7

Grade 9

Grade 10

Grade 11

Applicants complete The Character Skills Snapshot online from their SSAT account and select UTS as a score recipient.

Applicants in financial need submit an application to Apple Financial Services online at applefinancialservices.ca December 21, 2018 to January 9, 2019

Grade 7

450 students apply for 96 places.

Grade 9

250 students apply for 24-28 places.

Grade 7 Applicants visit UTS for a 2-part process • Multiple mini-interviews (60 min) • UTS Math and English entrance exam (75 min) January 19, 2019

Grade 10

Grade 11

25 students apply for 1-2 places, which are based on attrition.

Grade 9 Applicants visit UTS for multiple mini-interviews (60 min) January 19, 2019 Grade 10

We do not have any openings for entry into Grade 8 in September 2019. We do not accept applications for entry into Grade 12.

Grade 11

Applicants visit UTS for one-on-one interviews (45 min) January 28, 2019 to February 1, 2019 Grade 7

Grade 9

Grade 10

Grade 11

Results from Stage 2 are emailed to all applicants and selected applicants are offered admission to UTS February 22, 2019

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TUITION & FEES The information below pertains to the application and tuition fees for the 2018-19 academic year.

Application process

SSAT Registration Fees*

$132 USD (paid to SSAT)

Online Application Fees

$120 USD $26,050 CAD

Tuition Fees

This fee includes the student activity fee, course fees, and fees for outdoor experiential education trips.

Enrolment Fees

$5,500 CAD

Enrolment process

Additional costs may include textbooks, optional course-related international travel opportunities, and optional specialty sports equipment costs. Prices are subject to change.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE UTS admits qualified students regardless of their financial circumstances. UTS actively seeks students who represent varied socioeconomic backgrounds.

Admission decisions and the financial assistance decisions are made independently, and all financial assistance bursaries are based exclusively on need.

UTS has one of the largest financial assistance programs among independent schools in Canada and annually awards over $1.3 million in aid to approximately 20% of the student body.

I absolutely would not have been able to go to UTS without the bursary program.

It opened a lot of doors. It means a lot for me to be able to give back to the community.

Isabella Chiu Class of 2013

*Families with limited financial resources can ask for a fee waiver by emailing nandita.bajaj@utschools.ca University of Toronto Schools

As an alumnus, I look forward to keeping my relationship with UTS and the students here for years to come.

I’m in my seventh year volunteering with the UTS Branching Out mentorship program, which connects our senior students and alumni. It helps them find an important balance. That’s also one of the reasons I teach Taiko drumming to students after school.

It helps them with their confidence and teamwork ­— important skills for anyone’s success.

Anthony Lee Class of 1986

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I had no idea I would become so involved in school life.

The great thing about UTS is that with so many co-curriculars, you make close friends with students across all grades. That’s what makes UTS such a unique community, and that’s why the atmosphere is so welcoming.

You can walk down the hallway and you’ll know everyone.

Sharon Low Class of 2017

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JUST SOME OF THE CO-CURRICULARS AT UTS...

Alumni Mentorship Badminton Baseball Band Chess Club Choir Classics Society Community Service Dance Committee Debating Society

Drama Hockey International Exchanges Leadership Camp Math Club Model United Nations Orchestra Queer/Straight Alliance Robotics Club Speech & Debate University of Toronto Schools

Student Council Student Newspapers Science Club Soccer Tennis Trivia Teams Volleyball Wellness Wrestling Yearbook Committee

When I first arrived at UTS two years ago, I was both stunned and inspired by the elevated level of engagement, discourse, and leadership undertaken by the students.

UTS students challenge their teachers and peers to continually optimize learning potential to prepare for an uncertain future. This makes teaching and learning at UTS exciting, purposeful, and rewarding.

Marc Brims Geography and History Teacher

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Contact

Talk to us today about starting your journey with University of Toronto Schools.

Nandita Bajaj Head of Admissions nandita.bajaj@utschools.ca 416.946.7088

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