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What
are "strong" academic results?
Successful
applicants in the past have generally presented HKCEE
results (or equivalent) with 4 or more 'A' grades, and
a mix of As and Bs in their predicted HKALE results.
Successful EAS-eligible Form 6 applicants have shown
8 or more A grades. International Baccalaureate applicants
have generally presented predicted scores in the high
30s and low 40s. Note: these figures are offered as
a guide, and lower results will be considered if the
applicant shows other examples of personal excellence
or community service.
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What
is "financial need"?
The Hong Kong Scholarships are intended for students who
do not have the family financial resources to study outside
of Hong Kong. However, the scholarships cover only a portion
of the full cost of study at the University of Toronto.
Applicants must be able to pay for the balance of education
costs. For reference, the total 2008/2009 education costs
(tuition, residence, meals, books, local transport, health
insurance and other expenses) at the University of Toronto
were estimated at C$36,000 to $46,000 depending on program
and residence. Full details at: Cost
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Guide |
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Application to the University of Toronto Hong Kong
Scholarships requires several steps. This webpage
outlines the information that you need to know before
submitting your application. Please read each section
carefully, particularly the list of required
supporting documents.
If
at any time you have any questions about your eligibility
for the Hong Kong Scholarships, contact the staff
of the University of Toronto Asia-Pacific Advancement
Office at tel. (852) 2375-8258 or ask@utoronto.com.hk.
- Eligibility
- Required
Supporting Documents
- Terms
& Conditions
- Application
Timeline
- Online
Application Form
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1.
Eligibility
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Application
is open to Hong Kong students who have completed
or are in the process of completing Form Seven.
Exceptional Form Six students who have achieved
6 or more 'A' grades in the HKCEE and meet the requirements
of Hong Kong's Early Admission Scheme will also
be considered. Applicants must have the prerequisite
courses needed for their chosen program at the University
of Toronto (for a full list of prerequisites, refer
to pages 24-25, 44-45 and 48-49 of the University
of Toronto Viewbook at http://www.study.utoronto.ca/viewbook.asp)
In
addition, applicants must:
- be
a permanent resident of Hong Kong who will return
after graduation;
- not
have citizenship, landed immigrant status, permanent
residency or any other claim to residence in Canada,
or any other country or territory outside of the
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region;
- have
an English proficiency equivalent to TOEFL paper-based
score of 600 (combined with a TWE of 5.0), TOEFL
computer based test of 250 (and 5.0 on the Essay)
or IELTS overall band of 6.5 (with no individual
score under 6.0);
- demonstrate
family financial need;
- be
in the process of completing at least 3 A-levels
with distinction (or equivalent); unless eligible
for EAS entry;
- have
strong personal initiative and community leadership;
- have
genuine interest in living abroad and want to
enjoy a new cultural experience;
- be
able to provide three personal references, at
least one of which must be from a teacher or principal;
- be
committed to developing a career and community
service in Hong Kong.
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2.
Required Supporting Documents
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To
be submitted on or before March 31, 2010 to the
University of Toronto Asia-Pacific Advancement Office
(Suite 1012, China Merchants Tower, Shun Tak Centre,
168 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong). Incomplete
applications will not be considered.
- One
page personal statement about why you would like
to study at the University of Toronto and your
goals;
- Three
letters of reference (including at least one from
a teacher or a principal);
- Certified
academic transcripts of Form 1 through 7 (or equivalent),
HKCEE results (or equivalent) and predicted final
marks from your school;
- A
brief resume of extracurricular activities and
employment, if applicable;
- Two
recent passport photographs;
- An
explanation of the family's financial situation,
including total monthly income with supporting
documents from the Hong Kong Inland Revenue or
a local bank account.
- An
English proficiency examination score (e.g. TOEFL)
is recommended.
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3. Terms & Conditions
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- Payment
of the award is conditional on full-time registration
at the University of Toronto in September 2010.
- Renewal
each year is based on satisfactory academic performance
in the preceding year, and continued registration
as a full-time student.
- Scholarships
are available for a maximum of 4 years of study
towards an undergraduate degree. Additional funds
are not available for the summer session at the
University of Toronto.
- Should
a successful candidate withdraw or substantially
reduce the course-load, he/she may be required
to repay all or part of the award.
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4.
Application Timeline
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- From
now until March, 31, 2010: Submit your on-line
application form to begin the application process
- On
for before March 31, 2010: Submit all required
documents to the University of Toronto Asia-Pacific
Advancement Office
- Early
March 2010: Shortlisted applicants will be invited
to an interview
- Late
March 2010: Successful applicants will be contacted
with their application result.
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5.
Online Application Form
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