WHY I REJECTED A $225,000 SCHOLARSHIP from University of Toronto | I'm not going to U of T

[@dammtri]

Hi Zohair, I felt very bad that you could not attend U of T despite getting admission and winning scholarship because of the unaffordable costs, but seeing your videos I realise that it's U of T's loss to lose such an excellent person like you. I'm 45 years old and an IIM grad and I've seen really successful people in my life and I can predict that you are definitely going to be one of them. Driven and tenacious. You don't need luck, I know you are going to make it. Ofcourse I think you should take a gap year and try again to the top Universities with your learnings from your social media businesses and new life experiences. I think top Uni admissions would really see the deserving candidate that you are. Keep us posted.

[@ZohairAnsari]

Oh my God !! thank you so much for taking the time to write this. Sometimes, doubting ourselves prevent us from seeing the our true potential. This is certainly true for me. Your inspiring comment reminded me about this truth again. Thanks again, and will start posting videos soon.

[@ZohairAnsari]

Would you mind if we connect on Linkedin?

[@sarahatieno1214]

Hey Zohair, Thanks for being there for the world. Your story is an inspiration to all of us out there, those of us who've listened and understood your journey. Alhamdullilah for your work, Zohair, you've gone above and beyond for a student your age. You're personality, kindness, diligence and tenacity is what I think many universities lack in their communities and wherever you eventually go, they'll be lucky to have you. All the very best, and prayers coming your way-- for both you and the family. الله معك 🙂

[@ZohairAnsari]

Hey Sarah Alit, Thank you so much for your inspiring comment. Yeah, Alhamdulilah in every situation, the planner knows the plan better. Prayers to you too 😊

[@ruchi993]

My financial conditions is also quite similar that's why I didn't applied. BTW what's your future plans for now? Which college you'll join now?

[@ZohairAnsari]

Haven't decided anything for now 😅 but will definitely update you guys

[@mariayu1012]

This is very well said about the 100% Lester Pearson Scholarship for international students. My daughter is just in grade 11 but as early as now we're trying to search different university offering full scholarship. University of Toronto is her top choice for aerospace engineering but listening to your experiences, we feel so sad about the less chance of making it since we have the same financial situation.

[@rajwindersinghrajwinder1598]

Hi, I hope you are safe and sound. I would like to have a piece of advice from you. Currently, I am studying in 12th grade and will pass out in the year 2022. I am aspired to pursue a bachelor in Canadian universities. Can you say about the status of my profile? What are my chances of getting admission and scholarship at U of T? IELTS = 7.5 bands 10th = 90.8 percentage 11th = 87 percentage (PCMB) 12th = 92 percentasge (predicted marks) Work Experience = 6 months teaching faculty = 8 months content writers team leader = The team leader of Bangalore covid resources team In addition to this, I have done around 7 volunteering internships and have great extracirriculars. Also, I have won the best performer award in a skills assessment carried out by a professional body.

[@ZohairAnsari]

Bro, you have a stellar profile, I think you'll have a very good chance of getting both admission and scholarship. Now, your essays are the deciding factor. Just ace them as well 👍

[@rajwindersinghrajwinder1598]

@@ZohairAnsari Thanks a million for responding. Your videos are awesome and your editing skills are commendable.

[@THUNDERGOD69]

Awesome bro, I hope you get the scholarship and the admission. I am also looking forward to pursue my undergrad in Canada. I hope I will get the scholarship too.

[@erenarikan_]

Did you get it?

[@rihaanmalik424]

For students using common application as your school counselor to tick the fall under USFDA eligibility and you'll get fee waiver at all university you apply, I just used this option and without my counselor verifying it they still gave me full application fee waiver.

[@ZohairAnsari]

Yea, I did the same for my application to top US universities. Unfortunately, for U of T, you can't apply through the common app and you'll have to use the OUAC for it.

[@Abid-qp2jm]

Pls could u me about how to fill extracurricular activities even though I finished my school 4 years ago. Pls show in real site how to fill l it properly. Please

[@sarthakmonga9107]

@Zohair Ansari yes please bro

[@ZohairAnsari]

Alright !!

[@ananyamalhotra7454]

Thank you for a yet another amazing video :) Is it worth doing an undergrad degree from a medium scale university? Like if I spend 4 years in doing an undergrad degree from an affordable university, will it give me a good package and return on investment and time?

[@ZohairAnsari]

You're WELCOME :) If you ask my take on this, I think today you don't even need to go to a college if you want to get into any technical career because everything is SKILL BASED now and employers aren't giving importance to your DEGREES instead they are looking for skilled employees. But if you are deciding to go in Medical or any other Non-technical field, it's good to attend a college and get hands-on experience. People who hire generally look for skilled people, so yea I believe if you develop your skills while being in a medium scale university, you CAN get a very good package and return on investment. 👍

[@ananyamalhotra7454]

Okay I am a commerce student and I wish to make a career in finance. So a BBA in finance would be better, or a Diploma in this field? As i have heard that employers don't prefer diploma holders

[@sarthakmonga9107]

@@ananyamalhotra7454 Degree , most of the punjabis who go for diplomas use it just for the sake of entering into Canada and then drive truck.

[@Askfhknsh]

Bhai you should have opted for education loan! why didn't you? like you can work part time over there and pay atleast small chunks of the debt...

[@ashtro1342]

Couldn’t you take a loan?

[@manbirpadda-hl3qi]

Is it compulsory to go to university of toronto after not receiving scholarship as they have mentioned in eligibility that you should be starting your studies in September

[@mdarshansari4198]

Can you please tell me that which undergrad courses at U of T are eligible for doing MD in Canada

[@rounaksharma8999]

I would have taken loan and repay it myself as I would have got very high return on investment and would have paid loan in less than 2years.

[@irshadhussain3873]

How to upload the personal information in scholarship of u of T

[@masielburgos9794]

I´m scared, this year I am going to apply to universities in Canada and US, but I don't have enough money so I will need a full scholarship :´v

[@ZohairAnsari]

Don't worry. According to a lot of predictions, this year the application process will not be as competitive. But then again, TRUST YOUR ABILITIES, TRUST THE PROCESS and WHATEVER IS BEST FOR YOU WILL HAPPEN 👍

[@waseemkhan-ed6bb]

Bro I m from Pakistan tell me how to get admission in fully funded universities if possible

[@samwallen580]

Hey Zohair, I really need an advice from someone like you. I'm currently in A levels and my O level grades are not good but I'm damn Srs in A lvl. Inshallah if 1 get 2As in A lvls do you think university of Toronto will accept me? Alhamdullilah I don't have any financial problems. Even If I get around 25% scholarship I'm good with that. I'm really worried and need your suggestions.

[@ZohairAnsari]

Yep, they would accept based on your academic profile. Keep maintaining your grades. Then you're good to go.

[@dude_mude3366]

Bro keep up the hardwork, i love ur videossssss

[@SyedImranA]

Hello, I have been accepted into University of Toronto as an Int'l student. Estimated cost of attendance is $75k - 80k CAD. Received my offer letter. I want to get an International Scholars award, and I know there is no separate application (I should be considered automatically). But when could I receive this scholarship result? shouldn't it be along with my acceptance letter? I know you got this award so you may guide me on approximately when you got your acceptance letter and int'l scholar award (I could compare and have an idea). Many Thanks. Syed

[@slime.sundae9113]

Hi, I got a $50,000 CAD scholarship with my International student acceptance letter (at the same time)

[@tarandeepkaur4341]

I got the international scholar award of $1,00,000 but it is over the four years (nearly $25000 every year), I got the scholarship nearly after 2 months of receiving the offer letter. Hope it helps

[@jiyyagahlot]

i got my int'l scholar award 4-5 days after i got my acceptance letter

[@joannaslifeincanada454]

@@tarandeepkaur4341, Did u have to apply for the international scholarship, or they just offered you one after u got accepted?

[@samwallen580]

Hey bro, would you mind telling me your grades so I can get an idea of whether I will even be accepted or not. I'm really worried since my O lvls were not good and I'm currently in A levels in which I'm damn srs. Hopefully if I get 2As or 3As in A levels do you think university of Toronto will accept me? Just need your idea.

[@siddhantmanze2451]

I have got 85% in hsc 12th... is there any chance of getting in U of T for CS undergraduate...

[@ZohairAnsari]

Yea, generally, 80% or above is good for admission to U of T. I think you should apply.

[@siddhantmanze2451]

@@ZohairAnsari for cs i mean

[@ZohairAnsari]

@@siddhantmanze2451 Yea, it's the same for CS.

[@nawazkiran7910]

Plz I need help can I have your email because I'm already searching for fully funded scholarship but I'm losing hope that I can go to Canada for my master studies ..plz I really need your help

[@ZohairAnsari]

Bro, do DM me on IG (I'm happy to help): instagram.com/zohair_ansari_

[@crislyngamboa6294]

Hi can I apply for scholarships in top US universities as early as 11th grade?

[@sarthakmonga9107]

Where are you going then?

[@ZohairAnsari]

NOT decided yet 😅

[@jannah1908]

Idk if it's true but UBC offers a full scholarship depending on ur financial needs. However I still don't know where i wanna apply because I can't afford paying twice an aplication fee. Can you predict if i will be able to make it with my Grade 11 grades (wanna apply for lice science) : Math 8, physics 9, chemistry 9, English 10, Biology 7 (average 8.6). And also i don't have any interesting extracurricular, pls i need help so I can decide rather apply or not

[@ZohairAnsari]

Thanks for your query 🙂 Though I would suggest you to apply in both of them, but if you are going to apply to one. I think you should apply to U of T as there are 37 spots and UBC's full scholarship is more competitive than U of T's full scholarship (do correct me if I am wrong). Also, extracurriculars are very very important for getting full scholarships, so I would suggest you to start engaging in some strong, impactful extracurriculars 👍

[@muhammadsuleman1444]

i have secured B grade in enter is it valid for scholarship in u of t

[@syedsaadatali4258]

Bro can u please give me some idea about how to write statement of purpose motivation letter for medicine undergraduate because i have not any idea about that

[@ZohairAnsari]

I'll probably make a video about that, but in the meantime you can refer to this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eorNeWSah9lgfaM

[@maithamhadi7249]

great bro

[@quantumphysics5577]

What's the cost for msc cs at university of toronto and can we get scholarship ??

[@ZohairAnsari]

The cost is around 25 Lakhs per year including living expenses and tuition. Yes you can get scholarships for MSC. Please check these links for more details: studyabroad.shiksha.com/canada/universities/university-of-toronto/msc-computer-science www.sgs.utoronto.ca/programs/computer-science/

[@prenomnom5349]

Which university are you studying at right now?

[@ZohairAnsari]

Not "studying" currently 😅

[@ashpreetsingh1189]

hii i just text you on instagram DM pls check it

[@ZohairAnsari]

Checked ✅

[@nayemMmm]

Then where are you studying now?🙄

[@ZohairAnsari]

Planning to study in Canada this fall.

[@kanugulasriyash8986]

Can I know which college are you currently studying in???????

[@ZohairAnsari]

Currently, I am not enrolled in any college 😅

[@kanugulasriyash8986]

@@ZohairAnsari which college are you planning to join???

[@tech-king-9222]

I got 80% in hsc so can I get only tuition fees scholarship for bba (4 years) in university of toronto or York university or any other college that can give full tuition fee scholarship???

[@ZohairAnsari]

An 80% is a good score for getting admission but it can't guarantee a full scholarship at U of T or any other Canadian University. But I would definitely recommend you to apply 👍

[@tech-king-9222]

@@ZohairAnsariso can I get at least half of the amount or more

[@whoknows7878]

If u study how much u have to pay per year after your 60% scholarship?

[@ZohairAnsari]

Thanks for the question I have done my annual expenses breakdown in this video 👉kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYOZfpysjN96iJo . I highly recommend you watch it 👍

[@Ciiyaaraha]

You rejected them or they rejected you??? 🤣😭

[@SriRam-fp1kt]

Where did you get accepted to?

[@ZohairAnsari]

Both 😂

[@freakyunderdog]

Can't thank you enough for your guidance & help! May Allah bless you!!!