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ECS S GUIDANCE & CAREER EDUCATION S ERVICES

Helping to Finance Y

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Post-S econdary Pathway

Scholarships, Bursaries, Awards, Grants, and Loans

AGENDA

• Useful resources
• Financing your education
• Definitions of terms
• S

chool Nominated vs. S elf-Nominated S cholarships

• Variety of ways to qualify
• Diverse criteria
• Beginning the search
• S

pecific upcoming application deadlines and other opportunities

• Questions

FIRS T S TEP…

Is to explore the Guidance link at:

www.yrdsb.ca/ schools/ emilycarr.ss/ pages/ default .aspx

US EFUL RES OURCES ON THE ECS S WEBS ITE

• Present ations
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cholarship/ Awards Informat ion Applicat ion and Deadlines

• Helpful Info S

heet s:

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Tips for S upplement ary Applicat ion Forms

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How t o Prepare and Writ e a S cholarship Applicat ion

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Helpful Hint s for t he Applicat ion Process

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S amples of Exemplary Essay Responses by Winning Applicant s

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Final Checklist for Applicat ions

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uggest ed Websit es t o Help Y

• u Get S

t art ed

• Budget and OS

AP Informat ion (present at ion dat e TBA)

FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION

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invest your savings

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RES P

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bank loans

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parents/ guardians and relatives

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summer j ob

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part-time j ob on campus (work-study)

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time off from your education to work – .a.k.a. Gap Y ear

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College/ University Co-operative Education programs

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OS AP Loan or Grant

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S cholarships, Bursaries, Awards, Grants, Fellowships

DEFINITIONS OF TERMS

All of these may:

• be awarded to attract students to a post-secondary institution
• have academic criteria
• be awarded for non-academic criteria
• be awarded for financial need
• be offered by schools, private agencies, public agencies, businesses, private

citizens, government officials, etc. S cholarships, fellowships, grants, and bursaries are always a monetary gift. Awards may be either monetary or some other form of recognition (e.g. certificate, pin, trophy, plaque, medal, book).

GRANTS VS . LOANS

OS AP-Loan

• Loans eventually need to be paid back
• Online application process
• When submitting your application for OUAC or OCAS

you can click the OS AP button

• www.osap.gov.on.ca will not update this year’ s application

until later this year OS AP-Grant

• Grants are gifts
• money you don't have to repay
• designed for students entering a public college or university program from

high school

• must apply within four years of graduating from high school
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• u can apply for this program without applying for OS

AP

S CHOOL NOMINATED S CHOLARS HIPS

• There are some scholarships that require a nomination from the school in
• rder for you to apply.
• Let your guidance counsellor know if you are interested in any of these.
• A chart of school nominated scholarships is posted online as well
• There will be an ECS

S internal deadline for those scholarships – usually

• ne to two weeks before the official deadline.
• The decision will be based on an adj udication of the applications,

transcripts and references reviewed by the S cholarship Committee made up of faculty from the school.

• Once the committee meets and an applicant is chosen, then he/ she will

be notified to send his/ her package(s) along.

S ELF-NOMINATED S CHOLARS HIPS

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tudents apply directly for these scholarships and do not need “ endorsement” or nomination from the school.

• However, it is highly recommended you meet with your

counsellor or a teacher to help you review your S cholarship application.

VARIETY OF WAYS TO QUALIFY FOR S CHOLARS HIPS

• Automatic - Academic Achievement considerations exist for all

pathways – there is no action required for these.

• Most scholarship applications are open to any graduate who meets

the criteria, and they require an application to be sent in by the student by a specific deadline.

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• me are open to school nominations only and it is up to the

school to submit these nominations.

• Our school graduation awards recipients are selected by a team of

staff members who review the nominations received by students and staff. Visit the ECS S website at the Guidance link: www.emilycarr.ss.yrdsb.ca.

DIVERS E CRITERIA

• Academic Merit
• Financial Need
• Fine & Performing Arts
• Geographic Location
• Heritage and

Background

• Language
• Originality and Passion
• First generation in family

to attend college or university

• Leadership &

Volunteering

• Religion
• S

pecial Needs

• S

ports & Athletics

• S

tudent & Parent Membership

• Disabilities
• Innovative Ideas
• Talent

S TART YOUR S EARCH- Ready, S et, Go!

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Does your chosen College, Universit y or Apprent iceship Training

• rganizat ion provide aut omat ic considerat ion based on final marks?

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Make sure t o check out t he S cholarships and Financial Aid Informat ion available at t he post -secondary inst it ut ion you are t hinking of at t ending. This informat ion usually includes t he complet e list of scholarships and bursaries, as well as eligibilit y and renewal crit eria. Every college and universit y has t his informat ion on t heir websit e.

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Research! Explore as many websit es as possible: t here will be suggest ed sit es on t he Valuable Resources Guide and on t he ECS S websit e under t he Guidance Link.

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Check out and ask t he leaders about scholarship funds:

• Ext ra-curricular clubs
• Communit y clubs, civic organizat ions, local businesses
• Religious / fait h organizat ions
• Parent / Guardian employers

S EARCH CONT’ D…

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Prepare your own Personal Activity Tracking S heet for future applications and resumes.

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Always network with family and friends.

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Make sure you have your S

• cial Insurance Number (S

IN) and your Ontario Education Number (OEN) handy.

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Don’ t delay requesting official transcripts from Mrs. Genova in the Guidance and Career Education Office – we require at least one day’s notice.

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Give referees at least two weeks notice and provide them with a résumé.

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It takes a great deal of time to apply for S cholarships, Bursaries, or

• Awards. This is why so many are unclaimed.

8 TIPS FOR S UBMITTING A GREAT S CHOLARS HIP APPLICATION

• 1. Passion for the S

ubj ect - Only apply for an award if you actually have an interest in the subj ect matter. Y

• ur passion or disinterest will be reflected in

your writing.

• 2. Research - Do the appropriate background work and find out exactly what a

specific scholarship panel is looking for. Read the rules and regulations / terms and conditions.

• 3. Clarity of Thought - Be clear and concise. “ How” you communicate is j ust as

important as “ what” you’ re trying to communicate. Answer the essay question and only provide relevant information. Do not go over the word limit count.

• 4. Not a Résumé - Y
• ur scholarship application essay is not a substitute for your

résumé so don’ t simply re-write your résumé in essay form. Don’ t list, discuss! Expand on your personal experience and clearly articulate your goals.

8 TIPS FOR S UBMITTING A GREAT S CHOLARS HIP APPLICATION CONT’ D…

• 5. S

tructure, S pelling, & Grammar - Be aware of proper essay structure. Always double- check your spelling & grammar and have someone proof read your work.

• 6. References – Ideally, references should be professionals at your school or
• rganization that can vouch for your participation. Inform your references and make

sure that their contact information is up-to-date. Assume that the scholarship administrator will check your references.

• 7. Complete All Requirements - Follow the instructions and make sure that you have

collected and provided all the required materials. Making a checklist of all the elements will help.

• 8. Don’ t miss the application deadline and apply early - Don’ t procrastinate. Give

yourself plenty of time to fill out the application and to gather required documents (reference letters and transcripts).

WHERE TO S TART YOUR S EARCH:

• www.yconic.com

S cholarship service, become a member, take the test and get matched with Canadian scholarships. Financial awards for all kinds of students.

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cholarship Report Y

• ur ECS

S Guidance and Career Education Team emails you a PDF of this report bi-monthly.

THE S CHOLARS HIP REPORT

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ALUABLE TOOL -LINK was emailed to you on your gapps account.

• bi-monthly digital information resource for high school students and parents.
• current national and provincial scholarship listings
• helpful tips in the search for all forms of post-secondary funding.
• Information on University/ College Open Houses, application deadlines and fees,

the Ontario S tudent Assistance Program (OS AP) and other material pertinent to the graduating high school student is also provided.

• The S

cholarship Report also includes listings of other types of awards as well as programs and activities that will enhance students’ skills as well as their scholarship applications!

• It is sent to your email on a bi-monthly basis with direct links to the scholarship

providers.

S UGGES TED WEBS ITES

 http:/ / www.ontariouniversitiesinfo.ca

Use the Finance Tab – a valuable timesaver !!!

 www.ontariocolleges.ca

Click Programs, and then Paying for College tab

 www.scholarshipscanada.com-

S cholarships, bursaries, awards

 http:/ / www.universitystudy.ca/ plan-for-university/ scholarships-grants-

and-bursaries-for-canadian-students/ Universities Canada, deliver more than 3,500 scholarships each year to young people interested in pursuing higher education.

 http:/ / sfs.yorku.ca/ pdf/ money_matters.pdf-

Information on financial planning

..and more

 www.campusaccess.com-

A comprehensive resources and information guide for university and college students.

 www.aucc.ca

S ite for scholarships, awards and bursaries

 www.osca.ca

Click on students-S cholarships and financial aid assistance

 www.canlearn.ca

The best way to get from where you are now to the school that is right for you.

 http:/ / www.universitystudy.ca/ plan-for-university/ scholarships-101/

S cholarships 101

 www.cibc.ca - Financial information for students (Go to Personal Banking)  www.royalbank.com - Financial information for students (Go to S

tarting College/ University)

 www.bmo.com - Go to Personal Finances-Brain Money Calculator  www.tdcanadatrust.com - Financial information for students (Go to S

tudent S ervices)

 http:/ / www.universitystudy.ca/ plan-for-university/ tuition-fees-by-canadian-university/ -Tuition

Fees by University

 www.osap.gov.on.ca - To apply on-line for the Ontario S

tudent Assistance Program (OS AP) and Ontario Tuition Grand (OTG)

 http:/ / oncampus.macleans.ca/ education/

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cholarship finder, search through thousands of scholarships and awards

 http:/ / www.tcu.gov.on.ca/ eng/ training/ apprenticeship/ loantool.html - Loans for tools  http:/ / www.disabilityawards.ca - S

tudents with a disability

UPCOMING S CHOOL NOMINATED DEADLINES AND OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

1 . LORAN AWARD

Value: Renewable for up to four years, it includes an annual tuition waiver and a stipend of $80,000, access to funding and internships through a summer program, invitations to annual gatherings and forums, and mentorship opportunities. Applicants must demonstrate: strong academic performance with a minimum cumulative average of 85% and moral character, commitment to serving others, great potential as leaders, independent thinking, and a willingness to take meaningful risks. This award is available for undergraduate study at specific universities. Each school can nominate up to 3 candidates. http:/ / www.loranscholar.ca/ ECS S In S chool Deadline: Thursday, October 10, 2019

(if chosen, must submit your applicat ion t o t he Loran commit t ee by Wednesday, Oct ober 17, 2018)

Thursday, October 24, 2019 (direct pool applicants)- NOT sponsored by the school

• 2. UNIVERS

ITY OF TORONTO BOOK AWARD AND NATIONAL S CHOLARS HIP PROGRAM Value: Covers tuition and incidental fees for four years, will provide residence support in first year, and will include an additional, renewable, monetary award. Tenable only at University of Toronto. Applicants must demonstrate superior academic performance, original and creative thought, exceptional achievement in a broad context, excel in academic pursuits, have enthusiasm for intellectual exploration, involvement in life of school and community. Tenable only at U of T .

ht t ps:/ / fut ure.ut oront o.ca/ scholarships/ nat ional-book-award/ ht t ps:/ / fut ure.ut oront o.ca/ scholarships/ nat ional-scholarship-program/

In-S chool nomination deadline: Friday, October 11, 2019

• 3. TD CANADA TRUS

T S CHOLARS HIPS FOR COMMUNITY LEADERS HIP Value: Each scholarship is valued at up to $70,000 and includes up to $10,000 for tuition per year, $7,500 a year toward living expenses. Applicants must demonstrate leadership in many areas such as environmental cleanup, the promotion of social j ustice, and the fight against child poverty, to name j ust a few. TD S cholarship for Community Leadership

Deadline: November 15 , 2019

• 5. QUEEN’ S

UNIVERS ITY MAJOR ADMIS S ION AWARD-CHANCELLOR’ S S CHOLARS HIP Value : Annual value of $9000.00

• Applicants must be planning to attend Queen’s University and apply for

admission to Queen's through the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC) prior to the Maj or Admission Award Application deadline.

• Y
• u must apply for admission to Queens online through OUAC prior to mid

November (last year’s date was November 20, 2018) to ensure you gain access to S OLUS to be able to then submit your application by December 1, 2019.

• Open to outstanding students who stand out for their academic excellence (90%

plus average), their demonstrated leadership and their original and creative thinking.

http:/ / www.queensu.ca/ studentawards/ financial-assistance/ admission-scholarships-bursaries-and- awards/ maj or-admission-awards Click on Chancellor’s S cholarship Fill out the practice application: https:/ / www.queensu.ca/ studentawards/ sites/ webpublish.queensu.ca.sawww/ files/ files/ 019% 20MAA% 20Practice% 20Application% 2020190901.pdf S chool Nominated

In-S chool deadline Monday, November 4, 2019

if you want to be considered for this award and meet the criteria.

• 4. S

CHULICH LEADER S CHOLARS HIPS NOMINEE Value: S chulich Leader Nominees appointed as S chulich Leaders at each participating university will receive $60,000 ($15,000 per year t o be paid over four years) This scholarship is for students intending to enrol in a program at one of the 20 Canadian universities in the S TEM areas of study (S cience, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) must be a Canadian citizen, each candidate must possess at least two of the following three attributes:

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academic excellence

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• utstanding community, business or entrepreneurial leadership

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financial need www.schulichleaders.com In-S chool deadline-Friday, December 13, 2019

6. WES TERN NATIONAL S CHOLARS HIP PROGRAM Awarded to graduate with a minimum of 90% average in six grade 12U/ M courses and indicates University of Western Ontario as an OUAC choice. In-S chool deadline-January 24, 2020

https:/ / registrar.uwo.ca/ student_finances/ scholarships_awards/ admission/ national_s cholarship_program.htmll

ATHLETIC AWARDS , S CHOLARS HIPS AND BURS ARIES All athletic financial awards offered by Canadian universities must follow the criteria established by Canadian Interuniversity S port (CIS ), the national governing body of university sport in Canada. The Ontario University Athletics (OUA) website has additional information on criteria for athletic financial awards in Ontario. For additional information on the awards that are available at a specific Ontario university, use the OUA Directory for your sport. www.oua.ca/ directory THE ONTARIO HOCKEY FEDERATION (OHF) BURS AR Y PROGRAM Was introduced in 1997 to recognize and reward dedication in education and

• hockey. The program provides financial assistance to registered OHF participants to
• ffset the cost of post-secondary education.

Each year, the OHF awards bursaries to outstanding young people who display an incredible amount of commitment both at the arena and in the classroom. The bursary recipients are determined on the basis of academic achievements, hockey involvement and community involvement. http://www.ohf.on.ca/programs/bursary-program

RES OURCES for YOU

Useful resources are posted on the ECS S website www.yrdsb.ca/ schools/ emilycarr.ss/ pages/ default.aspx under the Guidance link

• Click Presentations for this PPT and other useful presentations
• Click Potential Graduate and Scholarship Information for:
• S

cholarship/ Awards information application and deadlines

• Upcoming S

cholarships

• Bi-monthly S

cholarship Report-link always emailed to your gapps account

• Helpful Info S

heets:

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Tips for S upplement ary Applicat ion Forms

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How t o Prepare and Writ e a S cholarship Applicat ion

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Helpful Hint s for t he Applicat ion Process

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S amples of Exemplary Essay Responses by Wining Applicant s

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Final Checklist for Applicat ions

• ECS

S Graduation Awards

Y

• ur Guidance and Career Education Counsellor will be happy to help

you navigate this process!

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QUES TIONS ?