The ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓÆµµ¼º½ seeks first and foremost to attract excellent academic students. However, the University also recognizes that those who have achieved excellence outside academics or who have overcome significant hardships can make positive contributions to the University community. Recognizing that excellence means more than academic excellence, the ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓÆµµ¼º½ may admit up to one per cent of new undergraduate students annually under this category.

To be eligible to apply under the Diverse Qualifications Admission Process, students must demonstrate:

Excellence in non-academic areas
High potential in academic/research activities
Perseverance under great difficulty or hardship

In addition, students must:

Meet the minimum admission requirements as specified in section A.5 of the Calendar
Meet the Universityâ€™s English Language Proficiency requirement
Be either a citizen or permanent resident of Canada
Indicate their desire to be considered under this category on the Application for Admission
Provide contact information for two references
Complete a personal profile outlining circumstances, personal achievements and educational goals
Provide official transcripts from all high school and post-secondary institutions attended

For further information about the Diverse Qualifications Admission Process and application deadlines, visit: .

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