Hi, I’m a grade 11 student currently and my 1st semester average was 86.5. I got mid 90’s in Math and Physics but i really screwed up in English (74). People are telling me that this mark will really affect my application because i want to apply to U of T Engineering Science next year. If by the end of this year, I bring it up to a 88 or so, will it be enough to cover the ground that i lost in my low English mark? How much exactly do i need to have a credible application? On another note, I just joined a school in Ontario this year and before that i was studying in another country. Do i now need to take TOEFL or IELTS ( i was in Dubai )? Another question, does the mark for summer school for an extra course like english (not a fail) be counted as a little bit less? Another thing, does U of T give credit for SATs?
Plz answer my questions (i know there’s a lot). Thanks a lot!!!!

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Whaddup eaga-beava

First off, lets make sure we have all the admissions facts straight. The admissions requirements that the university are looking for are from grade 12. Don’t get me wrong, they do look at your grade 11 marks but your future is not determined on them.

Here’s what the engineers have as your requirements:

Grade 12 Curriculum Requirements

Candidates in the Ontario Grade 12 curriculum must be completing the Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, and the following six Grade 12 U/M courses:

• English (ENG4U)
• Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U)
• Chemistry (SCH4U)
• Physics (SPH4U)
• one of:
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U)*
  • Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U)
  • Biology (SBI4U)
  • Earth and Space Science (SES4U)
  • Geometry and Discrete Mathematics (MGA4U)
• 1 additional U or M course
• Proof of English Facility
  1. Evaluate if you are required to present proof of English Facility.
     www.adm.utoronto.ca/eft
  2. If proof of English?Facility is required: If you have achieved the minimum required English facility test score and have/are taking ENG4U,?a minimum of 60% in this course is required for admissions.

Please note that individual prerequisite courses must have at least 70% or higher. The Admissions Committee takes a look at a candidates overall academic history with emphasis on the prerequisite course average.

* MHF4U – It is expected that all students will have completed the Advanced Functions course?as a co- or pre-requisite for Calculus & Vectors. However, in calculating the average, the?highest mark of the five elective courses will be used.

In that long slew of information, they also answer your English requirement question … click the link … doooo it.

Dude … i feel like your superman and Clark Kent, if you’re from Dubai/Ontario why would you have taken your SAT’s (but no you don’t get credits for taking the test)? and if you are considering retaking English in the summer, the school may consider that against you. If it comes down to a tie with you and another student who only took English once, rather then a wrestling match in pudding they would take the other person.

Phew. I need a drink

love,

aska

Hi
I have sent in all the documents that U of T wanted from me…they have updated everything and my application status shows its still under review. I was just wondering till when can I get my admissions decision? I have an average over 92% and a strong extra-curricular application. I have applied to Engineering at U of T St George Campus. Please reply if you have any idea that when can i get an admission decision.
Thanks.

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patience grasshopper, patience.

Generally speaking admissions letters start to go out at the end of April and up until the last part of May. Some early admissions might be offered earlier than that.

If you are really concerned and would like exact date I would give the department of Engineering a shout at: 416-978-3872.

forever yours,
aska

Hello,

My situation has been stressing me out and I can’t get my mind of it. I was wondering if you can put my mind to rest and answer my question honestly.

My grade 11 marks aren’t that great: 70’s average
religion: 70
anthropology: 71
physics: 63
functions and relations: 94
english: 82
Chemistry: 70

I am sure you students may have some empathy to as what I am going through. These poor marks (attributed to part-time job) have demoralized me as I fear I may not get into the engineering science program at the university of toronto.

So, my question is: if I attain a respectable average (high 80’s to low 90’s) in grade 12, would i get into the program despite having poor grade 11 marks?

Furthermore, how significant are the extra-cirriculars?

Please share your wisdom and how (or if) your grade 11 marks affected your entry into engineering programs.

Thanks for your time,

Aaron

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Yo Yo Aaron,

Generally what I tell students is to just focus on getting awesome grades in their grade 12 year and not worry about their grade 11 ones. There’s nothing you can do about it now.?In the words of Cher ‘If I could turn back time. If I could find the way’ … I would get better grades.

Here’s what the engineering website says:

Academic Requirements

The admissions committee encourages students to apply if they have an 80% or higher average in high school (to be competitive, students should aim for higher). We consider results from Grade 11 and 12 (or prior academic performance in other jurisdictions) and any Post Secondary education subjects(if taken), when making admission decisions. We pay special attention to grades achieved in prerequisite subjects, and do not encourage students to repeat prerequisite courses. Your first attempt at a course provides the best indication of your ability. All required courses must have been completed within the last five years. Students who have been out of studies for more than five years should contact the Engineering Undergraduate Admissions Office.

Non-Academic Requirements

To get a complete picture of each applicant?s skills and interests, in addition to academic performance, each applicant must submit an online Student Profile Form (SPF). This form allows applicants to elaborate on their interests, abilities and strengths through extracurricular activities. Students will receive more information about the SPF after submitting their application through the OUAC.

Now I almost LOL’d (literally, not like when people?write that and don’t actually laugh) when you mentioned Extra Curriculars … but apparenty the Engineering department does consider them. I would say it puts you above other students if you have something a little different to offer.

I’m? going to suggest going to talk to your schools guidance cousellor and giving the deparment of Admissions and Awards for Engineering a shout.

NOW go study!
just kidding.

Love,
Aska