Entrance Awards at Rotman School of Management 2025

The Entrance Awards at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, for 2025 are merit-based scholarships designed to attract and support outstanding candidates enrolling in full-time postgraduate programs, particularly the Full-Time MBA, Morning MBA, Evening MBA, Master of Finance (MFin), Master of Financial Risk Management (MFRM), and Master of Management Analytics (MMA). Valued at up to CAD $90,000, these awards recognize academic excellence, leadership potential, and professional achievements. Rotman, located in downtown Toronto and part of Canada’s top-ranked university, awards over CAD $6 million in scholarships annually, with approximately 33% of students receiving entrance awards. These scholarships enhance accessibility to Rotman’s globally recognized programs, fostering transformative learning and career advancement in management.

To be eligible for the Entrance Awards at Rotman School of Management 2025, applicants must:

• Be admitted to a full-time postgraduate program at Rotman (e.g., Full-Time MBA, Morning MBA, Evening MBA, MFin, MFRM, MMA) for the 2025 intake (typically Fall 2025 or September 2025 for most programs).

• Meet program-specific admission requirements, including:

  • A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the final year (or equivalent, e.g., mid-B on the U of T scale).

  • For MBA programs: A GMAT/GRE score (minimum 550, though 650+ is competitive for awards; waived for CFA Level III passers) or Executive Assessment for experienced candidates.

  • Minimum of two years of full-time work experience (average for MBA Class of 2025: 5 years).

  • English proficiency for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS Academic 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100).

• Demonstrate outstanding academic merit, leadership potential, and professional achievements through application materials (e.g., essays, resume, references, interviews).

• Be open to all nationalities (domestic and international students), unless specified otherwise for certain donor-funded awards.

• Exclusions:

  • Students enrolled in part-time, executive, or non-degree programs (e.g., EMBA, GEMBA) may not be eligible for all entrance awards.

  • Applicants with an FZ grade (failure) in any Rotman course are ineligible.

  • Some awards may require additional criteria, such as financial need or specific career interests (e.g., finance, entrepreneurship), as outlined in donor guidelines.

• Value: Awards range from CAD $10,000 to CAD $90,000, depending on the program, donor specifications, and candidate merit.

  • Common award amounts: CAD $10,000–$30,000 for most recipients, with exceptional candidates receiving up to CAD $90,000 (e.g., full-tuition awards like the Rotman School of Management Entrance Awards).

  • Specific examples (based on historical awards, subject to 2025 updates):

    • David J. Skurka Entrance Award: For MBA candidates interested in finance and financial institutions.

    • Diestel Family Scholarship: For international MBA candidates with an entrepreneurial background.

    • Gordon M. Watson Entrance Scholarship: For candidates with experience in consulting or related fields.

• Awards are typically applied as tuition fee reductions, disbursed in the Fall and Winter terms of the first year.

• Renewable awards require maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), typically a minimum GPA of 3.0 (A- or 80% on the U of T scale).

No separate application is required for most Entrance Awards; candidates are automatically considered during the admission process. Follow these steps:

1. Apply to a Rotman Program: Submit a complete application for a full-time postgraduate program (e.g., Full-Time MBA, MFin) via the Rotman admissions portal (www.rotman.utoronto.ca) or, for MBA, through the University of Toronto’s application system.

2. Submit Required Documents:

   • Official academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions.

   • GMAT/GRE score or Executive Assessment (optional for some programs, but strengthens award consideration).

   • Resume detailing professional experience (minimum two years).

   • Essays (e.g., spike factor essay, up to 500 words, highlighting unique contributions to Rotman’s community).

   • One professional recommendation letter.

   • English proficiency test scores for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL).

   • Video interview responses (two questions, 1.5 minutes each) and a 10-minute timed written response.

   • Optional: 1–3 “spikiest” photos as a single PDF to showcase individuality.

3. Admission Interview: Shortlisted applicants are invited for an interview (by invitation only), assessing academic fit, leadership, and award potential.

4. Scholarship Evaluation: The Recruitment and Admissions team automatically assesses admitted students for entrance awards based on academic merit, professional achievements, and alignment with donor criteria (e.g., finance interest, entrepreneurship).

5. Notification: Recipients are notified of awards alongside or shortly after their admission offer, typically by late spring 2025 (April–June).

6. Accept Offer and Enroll: Accept the admission offer, pay any deposit, and enroll full-time to activate the scholarship.

Note: Some donor-funded awards may require interviews with the Awards Selection Committee. Apply by Round 3 (early March 2025) for international students to ensure visa processing time and optimal award consideration.

• Completed Rotman program application form.

• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions.

• GMAT/GRE score or Executive Assessment (optional, if submitted).

• Resume/CV detailing professional experience.

• Essays (per program requirements, e.g., spike factor essay).

• One professional recommendation letter.

• English proficiency test scores for non-native speakers (e.g., IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 100).

• Video interview responses and timed written response (via Rotman’s application platform).

• Optional: 1–3 photos as a single PDF.

• Note: Unofficial transcripts and self-reported test scores are accepted for initial review, but official documents are required upon admission. International applicants must provide certified translations for non-English documents.

• MBA Application Deadlines (Full-Time MBA, 2025 Intake):

  • Round 1: September 30, 2024 (decision by November 15, 2024).

  • Round 2: January 15, 2025 (decision by March 15, 2025).

  • Round 3: March 10, 2025 (decision by April 30, 2025, recommended for international students).

  • Round 4: April 30, 2025 (decision by May 30, 2025, primarily for domestic students).

• Other Programs (MFin, MFRM, MMA): Deadlines vary; typically March–June 2025 for Fall 2025. Check www.rotman.utoronto.ca for program-specific dates.

• Scholarship Notification: Rolling notifications with admission offers, typically April–June 2025.

• Enrollment Deadline: Enroll by the start of the Fall 2025 term (September 2025 for most programs).

• Note: Apply early (Rounds 1–2) to maximize scholarship opportunities, as funds are limited. Deadlines are subject to change; verify on www.rotman.utoronto.ca.

• Email: mba@rotman.utoronto.ca (for MBA inquiries); gradstudies@rotman.utoronto.ca (for MFin, MFRM, MMA inquiries).

• Phone: +1 (416) 978-3499 (Admissions Office).

• Address: Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto, 105 St. George Street, Toronto, ON M5S 3E6, Canada.

• Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (EST).

• Website: www.rotman.utoronto.ca