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Entrance ScholarShip (Grades 9–12)
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Urban Academy is proud to be able to offer a limited number of Grade 9-12 Entrance Scholarships for students and families seeking an enriched educational opportunity. Please review the criteria, and contact the Urban Academy Admissions Team if you would like further information.
Urban Academy is committed to ‘educating for tomorrow’ and is excited to provide entrance scholarships for students entering Grades 9-12. The Urban Academy Entrance Scholarship offers students the chance to experience an exceptional education which aligns with our mission to connect through learning, inspire through community, and empower students to contribute meaningfully to society.
Urban Academy Entrance Scholarship is a merit-based scholarship where students will receive a spot for the 2025/2026 school year, with the opportunity to extend their scholarship up to thier graduation. They will be provided an education that combines rigorous academics with distinctive extracurricular activities and leadership development. With an emphasis on belonging, the entrepreneurial spirit and changemaking, these scholarships will support students in the pursuit of their academic and personal growth.
Successful candidates will be part of a learning environment where they are truly known, and offered opportunities to challenge and stretch themselves in not only their learning, but personal development. Outstanding faculty, a dedicated University Counsellor, unique learning experiences and expansive extracurricular opportunities ensure every student is prepared for a bright future.
Successful candidates will have their tuition costs for the year fully covered by the Grade 9-12 Entrance Scholarship. Early application deadline January 30, 2025.
Scholarship Selection Criteria
Urban Academy is seeking Grade 9–12 students who:
- Are Dedicated Learners: You’ve consistently demonstrated strong academic performance and are committed to excelling in your studies
- Shine Outside the Classroom: Whether it’s in sports, performing arts, the outdoors, technology, leadership, volunteerism, or other extracurricular activities, you’re actively involved and passionate about your interests.
- Embody UA Values: You align with our core values of Future-Focused Education, Belonging, Entrepreneurial Spirit, and Changemaking.
The entrance scholarship is not available for those who are considered an International Student by the B.C. Ministry of Education and Child Care.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Application and New Student Enrollment Fee
- Tuition fees for school year
- Parent Equity requirement
recipients are responsible for
- Optional travel & trips
- Uniform costs
- Equipment costs such as musical instrument rentals or student device (laptop)
Entrance Scholarship PROCESS
Apply
Scholarship applicants will undergo a similar application process to typical applicants, but with additional supporting documents. The application will include:
- The online application
- Copy of last two years of report cards
- Urban Academy Admissions will provide applicant families with a reference sheet to send to current teachers once the student attends their assessment.
- Scholarship Application Supporting Documents (details below)
Scholarship Application SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
In addition, scholarship applicants will be required to add the following supporting documents to their applications including:
- Final Report Cards: for the two previous years
- Student CV: or resume (1 page max)
- Recommendation letter: in support of an applicant’s scholarship application from a teacher, coach, employer etc.
- Student Essay: Applicants are required to submit an essay with their application. In this essay, students will select one or two of the Urban Academy values and write how that value, or those values are evident in your life. (350-500 words max)
- Parent statement of interest: Parents, please submit a statement of interest of why you are pursuing an Entrance Scholarship at Urban Academy for your child. (300-500 words max)
How To Submit YOUR APPLICATION
- Set up a profile through MySchool, our student management system. Please begin by clicking ‘Begin Application’ below and select the Entrance Scholarship Application.
- Complete the application and ensure all supporting documents have been included.
Once your application package is complete, the Admissions Team will be in touch with you to give you details regarding next steps.
Assessment visit
After the scholarship submission, applicants will attend their assessment visit, which is part of the typical application process. Students who are successful in their academic assessment will be invited to move on to the next step in the process.
student & Parent/Guardian Interviews
There will be two interviews by the selection committee:
- Individual interview with student applicant
- Interview with one or both parents and/or guardians
Decision made by selection committee
The Selection Committee will have absolute discretion in awarding the scholarships and share the results by March 2025. Students who have not been successful in receiving a scholarship, but who did successfully pass the intake assessments have the opportunity to enrol in the upcoming school year by paying the appropriate fees as long as space remains.
