University of Toronto Libraries Undergraduate Research Prize

Awarded By: University of Toronto
Updated on Nov 18, 2024
Rekha Madi
Rekha Madi
University Research Analyst
Course: Bachelors
Deadline: Jan 2, 2025
Amount: CAD 1000
Countries:
CanadaCanada

Scholarship Overview

University of Toronto Libraries Undergraduate Research Prize is a type of scholarship which is awarded for pursuing Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science,Bachelors of Business Administration,Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering etc as given below at University of Toronto. A student can get a maximum amount of CAD 1000 and the scholarship amount will be given yearly only. The scholarship amount can be used for paying tuition.

Applicable course, university, and country

  • This scholarship is applicable for Bachelors Degree
  • This scholarship is applicable for the following courses in University of Toronto in Canada
  • Bachelor of Arts in Economics
  • Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies
  • Bachelor of Commerce
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering
  • Bachelors of Business Administration
  • Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering
  • Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering
  • Applicable to all Bachelor programs

Scholarship amount details

Max scholarship per student: CAD 1,000 => Rs 60,750
Conversion rate used: 1 CAD = Rs. 60.75

Scholarship amount will be given: Yearly
Scholarship amount can be used for:

Type of Expense Indicates if the scholarship can be used for this type of expense
Application × Not covered in scholarship
Tuition & Fees ? Scholarship amount can be used for this
Living Expense × Not covered in scholarship
Accommodation × Not covered in scholarship
Air Fare/Travel Expenses × Not covered in scholarship
Spouse/Child Care × Not covered in scholarship
Health Cover × Not covered in scholarship
Others × Not covered in scholarship

Number of students to be Awarded
6

Eligible student nationality

This scholarship is available for Afghanistan, Algeria, American Samoa, Angola, Anguilla, Antarctica, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, British Indian Ocean Territory, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Christmas Island, Cocos Islands, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curacao, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Falkland Islands, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Greenland, Grenada, Guam, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Macao, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mayotte, Mexico, Micronesia, Mongolia, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, New Caledonia, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, North Korea, Northern Mariana Islands, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Pitcairn, Philippines, Qatar, Republic of the Congo, Reunion, Rwanda, Saint Barthelemy, Saint Helena, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Sint Maarten, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Swaziland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tokelau, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Tuvalu, U.S. Virgin Islands, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Western Sahara, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Appication Process for this scholarship

  • Students need to fill out the application form to apply for the University of Toronto Libraries Undergraduate Research Prize
  • Once they have completed this web form, they will receive an email prompting them to submit the following documents
    • A reflective statement describing the effective and innovative research process and use of research materials (750-1000 words) Please refer to the evaluation rubric that will be used to judge submissions
    • A copy of the submitted assignment, including the bibliography
  • Please send these files as two (2) separate documents They should be formatted as doc, docx, or pdf files
  • If the research assignment cannot be submitted in an electronic format (eg a video, music performance, artwork) email the prize committee at libprize@utorontoca
  • After the completion of the form, the student’s instructor will be notified by email to submit a letter of support

Scholarship Application
This scholarship needs a separate external application.
Scholarship link:
https://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/undergrad-research-prize/2023-prize-winners
Application Link:
https://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/undergrad-research-prize/2023-prize-winners
Application Documents

Type of Documents Indicates if this type of document is required to be submitted
Official Academic Transcripts Required

Important Dates & FAQ info

Details Information
Scholarship Deadline Not Available
Decision Date Not Available
Email libprize@utoronto.ca
Phone Number 416-978-8450

Additional Information

  • In addition to the research project and reflection, some students may be asked to provide a brief research summary or a letter of recommendation from a professor or research supervisor. It’s important to review the prize application guidelines closely to ensure all required documents are submitted.
  • Scholarship Eligibility

    • Applicants must be first-entry undergraduate students currently enrolled at the University of Toronto
    • Applicants from any discipline or major, and from any campus, are encouraged to apply
    • UTSC students cannot submit the same assignment to both the UTL Undergraduate Research Prize and the UTSC Undergraduate Research Prize
    • Assignments or research projects completed for course work at the University of Toronto during Summer 2021, Fall 2021, or Winter 2022 are eligible for submission

    The judging panel will evaluate each project based on:

    • where the students look for information sources
    • what resources and/or services (library or information-related) the students use during the research or information-seeking process
    • how the students evaluate and select the information sources incorporated in the assignment/project

    Scholarship Restriction:
    No Special Restriction applicable

    Exams Details:

    Exam Name Indicates if Exam is Required and Cutoff (if any)
    12 Required

    iSchoolConnect Rating

    4
    The rating is done considering various factors

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The frequently asked questions about the scholarship are:

    What is the University of Toronto Libraries Undergraduate Research Prize?
    The University of Toronto Libraries Undergraduate Research Prize recognizes exceptional undergraduate research projects that demonstrate effective use of library resources. The prize encourages students to engage deeply with academic resources and contribute original work.

    Who is eligible to apply for the prize?
    The prize is open to all undergraduate students enrolled at the University of Toronto who have completed a research project during the academic year. This can include projects in any discipline.

    What types of projects are eligible?
    Eligible projects include research papers, essays, or projects from any field of study that show how library resources were used to support the research. This may involve the use of books, journals, databases, archives, or other library services.

    What is the application process?
    To apply, students typically need to submit their research project along with a reflection on how they used library resources in their research process. This reflection should explain how library materials and services contributed to the development and success of the project.