Application Summary

Note: This is a summary of the online Shad application.

Shad offers a suite of immersive programs designed to ignite curiosity, build confidence, and prepare students in grades 10 and 11 to thrive in a fast-changing world.

You are welcome to apply for one or all programs that you are interested in.

Share your name, address, contact and demographic information. This is important for communication and for any financial support requests.

EXPERIENCES

Please complete a minimum of three sections and provide up to three examples in each section.

Involvement with Groups or Communities
Artistic Interests (including group or individual)
Athletic Interests (including group or individual)
Certifications/Scholarships/Awards/Other Recognitions
Work Experiences (Paid / Unpaid / Volunteer)
Family/Community Responsibilities
Other areas of interest that aren’t covered in the above sections

ESSAY QUESTIONS

Please share more about you. Each essay should have a minimum of 100 words and maximum of 250 words:

Pick a subject (hobby, interest, project or activity) that means a lot to you and describe the impact it has personally had on you and/or others.
Tell us about a time you failed or struggled at something, or a time you overcame adversity. How did this experience help you grow as a person?
Tell us about a time you taught yourself something new. What did you teach yourself and what was your motivation? How did you go about your learning?
Every day we come across problems begging for a solution. Think about a time when you, or a community you are a part of, recognized a problem. Then, think about the initiative you took to create a meaningful solution. Identify the problem and who was most impacted by this issue & tell us how you went about solving the problem.

REFERENCE

Applicants are required to submit the name and email address for a Reference. Once submitted, that Reference contact receives an email from Shad Canada which includes a link to an online reference form. The Reference completes and submits directly to Shad Canada. References are confidential.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Bursaries

Bursaries are financial gifts that do not need to be paid back thanks to the generosity of Shad’s donors. Applicants can apply for a bursary by providing an email address of their parent/guardian. An email will be sent to the parent address with details on how to apply. All details are confidential and shared via Shad’s online form.

Scholarships

Shad offers scholarships for applicants in association with community partners and for students that have been traditionally underrepresented in STEAM programming. All scholarships are listed on our website, and applicants must submit an extra essay question to be considered for a scholarship. The essay question is available on the application.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION DEADLINE

December 1, 2024 (11:59 PM Eastern Time)