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 utschools.ca/admissions
660 co-ed students Grades 7 to 12 from across the GTA and beyond 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. Anyka, Class of 2020 625 applicants every year 65% 35% 96 out of 400 GRADE 7 of UTS applicants are from public schools come from independent schools approximate admission rates 1 in 5 25 1 to 4 200 out of out of 25 GRADE 9 GRADES 10 AND 11 students receive financial aid Bursaries cover 5% to 100% of tuition Our average bursary size is around $10,700 Class of 2017 Graduate Destinations Thanks to our affiliation with the University of Toronto, UTS students have access to the university s libraries athletic facilities learning partnerships CANADA University of Toronto 35 University of Waterloo 14 University of Western Ontario 13 Queen s University 11 McMaster University 9 McGill University 6 University of British 3 Columbia Dalhousie University 2 Concordia University 1 Emily Carr University of Art and Design University of Guelph 1 1 INTERNATIONAL Harvard University 3 New York University 2 University of California 2 Berklee College of Music 1 Columbia University 1 Cornell University 1 Curtis Institute of Music 1 Johns Hopkins University 1 King s College London 1 Massachusetts Institute of 1 Technology Sciences Po 1 University of Chicago 1 University of Pennsylvania 1 Washington University in St. Louis 1 University of Toronto Schools
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! CO- CURRICULARS 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, very strong character, and a real care for themselves and others. Nandita Bajaj Head of Admissions University of Toronto Schools
STUDENT SERVICES At UTS, we want to support our students to 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 STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS Opposite page, clockwise from top left: UTS success at the Ontario High School German Contest. For the first time in the TDCAA Badminton Leage, 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. University of Toronto Schools
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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 14, 2017 to December 9, 2017 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 14, 2017 to December 9, 2017 Applicants complete the UTS online application at utschools.ca/admissions, which includes: Grade 7 1. Student biographic profile 2. Student essays 3. Proof of Canadian residency status 4. 2016-17 Progress/Term 1 report card 5. 2016-17 Final report card 6. 2017-18 Progress/Term 1 report card 7. Individual Education Plan (IEP), if applicable 8. Psychological Education Assessment, if applicable December 1, 2017 Grade 9 Items 1-8 listed above Recommendation form by Grade 7/8 teacher (to be submitted online by teacher) December 1, 2017 Grade 10 Grade 11 Items 1-8 listed above Recommendation form by Grade 9 Mathematics teacher (to be submitted online by teacher) Recommendation form by any Grade 8/9 teacher (to be submitted online by teacher) December 1, 2017 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 22, 2017 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 28, 2018 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 January 10, 2018 Grade 7 Applicants visit UTS for a 2-part process Multiple mini-interviews (40 min) UTS Math and English entrance exam (60 min) January 20, 2018 Grade 9 Applicants visit UTS for multiple mini-interviews (40 min) January 20, 2018 Grade 7 400 students apply for 96 places. Grade 9 200 students apply for 24-28 places. Grade 10 Grade 11 25 students apply for 1-2 places, which are based on attrition. We do not have any openings for entry into Grade 8 in September 2018. We do not accept applications for entry into Grade 12. Grade 10 Grade 11 Applicants visit UTS for one-on-one interviews (30 min) January 29, 2018 to February 2, 2018 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 23, 2018 utschools.ca/admissions
TUITION & FEES The information below pertains to the application and tuition fees for the 2017-18 academic year. Application process Enrolment process SSAT Registration Fees* Online Application Fees Tuition Fees Enrolment Fees $132 USD (paid to SSAT) $85 USD $25,350 CAD This fee includes the student activity fee, course fees, and fees for outdoor experiential education trips. $2,500 CAD ($2,000 for early acceptance by February 26, 2018) 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 $1.2 million in aid to approximately 20% of the student body. I absolutely would nothave 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 togive back to the community. Isabella Chiu Class of 2013 *Families with limited financial resources can ask for a fee waiver by calling 416-946-7995 University of Toronto Schools
As an alumus, 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 utschools.ca/admissions
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 tgrades. 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 University of Toronto Schools
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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 Student Council Student Newspapers Science Club Soccer Tennis Trivia Teams Volleyball Wellness Wrestling Yearbook Committee University of Toronto Schools
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 utschools.ca/admissions
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 Kristine Maitland Admissions Officer admissions@utschools.ca 416.946.7995 utschools.ca/admissions /utschools
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