My UofT Daniels Architecture One Idea Entrance ESSAY | EXACTLY What I wrote + TIPS **ACCEPTED**

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A long requested video about my entrance essay to UofT's architecture program (plus a couple tips). Hope y'all enjoy.
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  • @RayaKee
    @RayaKee3 жыл бұрын

    Let me know any questions you have here!

  • @MrPoopst

    @MrPoopst

    3 жыл бұрын

    Since option to submit a portfolio was optional for architectural studies. If i choose not to submit one, would that affect my submission?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@MrPoopst hey there! I personally submitted a portfolio because I had a really strong body of work. But since UofT says that it's optional, if you don't think it makes your application better/you don't have good pieces to show for, then don't include them. With that said, it's ultimately up to your discretion. Hope that helped :)

  • @MrPoopst

    @MrPoopst

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee ohh alright thank you!

  • @s.a.1083

    @s.a.1083

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hello. What type of works did you submit for your portfolio?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@s.a.1083 hi! I actually made a video on this. Here's the link to it: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pqmX2c6Go6XImaw.html 🤗

  • @thequeenofboba6583
    @thequeenofboba65833 жыл бұрын

    Thank you sooooooo much for making these videos. It really helps!

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hehe you’re welcome!! Really glad that you found these videos helpful :)

  • @elisabethwong3388
    @elisabethwong33882 жыл бұрын

    thank you so much this helped IMMENSELY

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    Glad it helped Elisabeth! :)

  • @mozie4320
    @mozie43203 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are so helpful! What programs do you use to edit your videos? And is there any way you could make a short "editing for beginners" video?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Mozie! Really happy you find these videos helpful. I'm using final cut pro btw, but if you're a beginner there are a lot of great (aka. free) alternatives out there like iMovie. That's actually a great video idea! I'll see what I can do :)

  • @ananyamahehe9524
    @ananyamahehe95242 жыл бұрын

    Hey!! I’m applying for the fall 2022 admission and I really liked some of the sentences you used. Do you think it would be okay to use some of them or would that be counted as plagiarism entirely?? My story is completely different but some lines just fit with my ideas as well.

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    Ideally don't copy word for word, but feel free to take inspiration and change up the wording. Hope this helps and good luck with uni apps!

  • @nicolediaries.
    @nicolediaries.2 жыл бұрын

    hi! i was thinking of choosing prompt 4. should i be talking about one story/experience specifically or give multiple examples of how i expressed my creative side? thanks!

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    Whatever you think encapsulates you best as a person and creative! Also keep in mind how many stories/examples you can go in depth with (could be 1, 2, etc.) given the word count.

  • @goodbye3468
    @goodbye34683 жыл бұрын

    Hello, Raya, this question is not about essay but for the image do you think it is okay to convert the photo that I took on my phone to picture by using app?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yes, that should be ok!

  • @eslanta7343
    @eslanta73437 ай бұрын

    Hi Raya! I found your content extremely helpful (thank you!!!). I just have a question about the portfolio: I have a portfolio similar to the one you submitted for Ryerson (mine was accepted into Pratt Institute), and I didn't realize that you can submit images that are formatted like such. According to the requirements on the One Idea website, it says to submit single images and should not include text descriptions. I'm wondering if we had different requirements, but if not, can I really submit selected pages from my Pratt portfolio (because all the text inside are rly just a title, the size, and the medium)? A reply would be so helpful, thank you!

  • @user-tf7mc7dl7k

    @user-tf7mc7dl7k

    5 ай бұрын

    Well this video was 3 years ago so they changed it from that time

  • @luxing8425
    @luxing84252 жыл бұрын

    Hey, I'm applying for the 2022 season, and I've submitted my application to the school, however, is the one idea supplementary application, supposed to go along with my application or afterwards?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    If I remember correctly, you submit the supplementary application (portfolio/essay) around end of January after you apply to the school in November/December.

  • @lala-kq8gv
    @lala-kq8gv2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Raya! How did you submit your portfolio pieces for UofT? Did you submit single images of your pieces or did you include your table of contents and title page?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hello! So for UofT I chose to upload my top 6 favourite pieces from my Ryerson architecture portfolio (that video is somewhere on my channel) and no, I didn't include the table of contents or title page. Hope that helps and good luck with your portfolio!

  • @_yeehaww
    @_yeehaww Жыл бұрын

    Hey Raya! I'm currently in 9th grade and am looking to apply to this program, any tips?

  • @areeba6978
    @areeba69783 жыл бұрын

    Hey! amazing video but the link to the essay seems to be broken, is there any other way I can view it? thanks!

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad you like the video Areeba! Here's an alternate link: drive.google.com/file/d/1TFqexo-TOde1tFR4ykATxOWPlMHe8ynF/view?usp=sharing Lmk if you can access it :)

  • @chillythesnowman2032
    @chillythesnowman20322 жыл бұрын

    Does anyone know do we pay the $45 ahead of time or when we submit it asks us?

  • @marklening4905
    @marklening49052 жыл бұрын

    Hiii, thanks for ur generous sharing! I really want to book an one to one appointment with u to discuss my specific questions towards my application as I'm transferring and I have my ambition towards animation industry. But the link doesn't work, is there any other ways?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Markle! Try this link - rayakee.setmore.com/rayakee/ Or you can DM me on Instagram - @raya.kee

  • @user-mc1fy7rn7b
    @user-mc1fy7rn7b8 ай бұрын

    Hey I have a question about the application, I applied with my grade 11 report card I’m currently in grade 12 do I send them my final report card or my first term?

  • @cocochen5404
    @cocochen54043 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Im wondering when you submit your essay and portfolio, btw love ur video!!

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    I submitted my uoft archi essay and portfolio around early December. Good luck on your applications Coco!

  • @cocochen5404

    @cocochen5404

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee Thank you, Raya:)))

  • @thequeenofboba6583
    @thequeenofboba65833 жыл бұрын

    Hey Raya, it's me again lol. I was wondering if you recommend using the word "you" in our One Idea essay? I'm thinking of just using the word once or twice. Thank you!! :)))

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Using "you" and first person pronouns should be ok, bc the one idea questions are asking about YOUR experience/background/goals after all. Good luck on your applications Emily!

  • @thequeenofboba6583

    @thequeenofboba6583

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee Thank you so much!!! ❤️❤️❤️

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@thequeenofboba6583 anytime!! 🤗🤗

  • @charleneestabaya
    @charleneestabaya3 жыл бұрын

    I'm also considering UofT to study for my master's and it's great I came across your channel! That "pwedeng magbola" got me ! are you also a Filipino? 😊

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    HAHA I was waiting for someone to notice that LOL - yes, I am Filipino 🥰 (Well, Filipino-Chinese-Canadian to be exact)

  • @charleneestabaya

    @charleneestabaya

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee OMG!!! that made me just excited! finally found a Filipino who's also taking Masters of Architecture - I'd love to connect with you If you don't mind! ♥

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Erm actually I'm in undergrad rn and the program I'm in is Ryerson business tech management - I got accepted to UofT archi but didn't actually go through with it hahaa

  • @charleneestabaya

    @charleneestabaya

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee Ohh I see - yeah saw that video too that you discussed a different program and I was like I thought its Architecture. Anywho, still a good program and good luck to your University Journey ! :)

  • @sheetmanholy2316
    @sheetmanholy23163 жыл бұрын

    Hey Raya, which format should I use for the essay and the date should be the date that I completed the essay or the date I submit the essay?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Not sure what you meant for the first question., but my essay was fine, so just copy that. For second question, I just wrote the date I completed the essay. Good luck on applications!

  • @sheetmanholy2316

    @sheetmanholy2316

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee Thank you so much Raya. Your videos helped me a lot

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@sheetmanholy2316 ahaha welcome! really appreciate it :)

  • @hunsonorg6059
    @hunsonorg60592 жыл бұрын

    Hey Reya. I want to write about the content of me doing a specific thing in the One Idea Essay, however the specific thing is already mentioned in my application essay. Would it be a bad idea if i talk about the same content again but in One Idea essay. p.s. Im choosing the "express creativity" question and Im talking about designing a bulletin board with an unorthodox design

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hmm yes ideally pick something that's different, but as long as you write about something that's really thought provoking and "unorthodox" then you should be good. Hope that helps and good luck with your application!

  • @hunsonorg6059

    @hunsonorg6059

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee thanks!

  • @yehyajama3758
    @yehyajama37582 жыл бұрын

    Is there any specific word count to this essay or do I just write until I have delivered my points?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    I think the word count should be on the website as part of the instructions - I forget what it is exactly tho

  • @keilyrz1838
    @keilyrz18383 жыл бұрын

    Hello it'sme again hehe, it's true that to work as an architect in Canada it's necessary to have a master's degree in order to have an architect license?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hehe glad to see you again :) Yes, to be an architect in Canada you need to have a master's degree. This is why (if you're dead set on being an architect) your undergrad will be super, super crucial to build your portfolio/skills for masters!

  • @keilyrz1838

    @keilyrz1838

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee Ohh, I see.. Thank you :)

  • @deema1737
    @deema17373 жыл бұрын

    hey raya :) my average is about 86-87. I know that just hits the requirement of high 80s, do you think I still have a chance of getting accepted?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeah I think you do! My average was around 89 and I was accepted fairly early. But I did also submit a portfolio - so that likely influenced my acceptance as well. Good luck on your application!

  • @deema1737

    @deema1737

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee oh okay!! thank you so much :))

  • @nhi3844
    @nhi38443 жыл бұрын

    Hi Raya, do we need an “essay title” - like “The failure that shaped me” for example - at the beginning or we just write an essay? Btw, what a sweet and helpful video! Many thanks

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hmm while the prompt from UofT doesn't explicitly say that you need to write a title, I'd say to put one in anyway just because it'll give the admission officers more context and (hopefully) give them an easier time understanding the topic and purpose of your essay. Hope this helped and good luck with applications!

  • @evanbushell6473
    @evanbushell64733 жыл бұрын

    Hey Raya, wondering what your grade 12 marks were like? Hope you don't mind sharing:)

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yeah no problem - the average for my top 6 courses was around 88!

  • @alisimk
    @alisimk10 ай бұрын

    Hi! I'm not sure if you are still active on this account, but I was thinking of applying to the program this year. Was wondering on how you paid the fee for the One Idea Essay?

  • @user-tf7mc7dl7k

    @user-tf7mc7dl7k

    5 ай бұрын

    On OUAC website.

  • @mariak1153
    @mariak11532 жыл бұрын

    So I’m not sure if you will be able to answer this question, but I had to ask: 1) what exactly are the requirements for the portfolio? I couldn’t find anything specific on the website 2) I haven’t taken art in my A levels ( 12th grade) but I did take art in my GCSES (11th grade) where I scored a B.does that put me at a disadvantage? The British education system is quite different to Canadian/American so no worries if you can’t answer it! Thank you 💗

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hi Maria! So for the UofT portfolio, it's optional, so that might be why you haven't been able to find specifics on the website. Also, as for grades I believe UofT only looks at the average of your top 6 grade 12 marks, so as long as those top marks are good then you shouldn't need to worry about your lower grades. Hope that helps and good luck with uni applications :)

  • @pujathaker717
    @pujathaker7172 жыл бұрын

    Submitted my UofT archi portfolio and essay on Jan 3...been a month and now I'm waiting for an offer. What time of the month did you get an offer for UofT archi?

  • @naim7393

    @naim7393

    2 жыл бұрын

    It usually takes up to 6 weeks .still waiting for mine:)

  • @awstephen1977
    @awstephen19773 жыл бұрын

    Hi Raya, when did you start writing this essay?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Not sure, but I think I started writing it over the winter break and submitted it mid January.

  • @keilyrz1838
    @keilyrz18383 жыл бұрын

    You didn't have to take an exam? Btw great video! Thank you so much!

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Really happy you liked the video Keily! No I didn't have to take an exam. I only did the optional online portfolio submissions and mandatory one idea essay.

  • @keilyrz1838

    @keilyrz1838

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee Thank you! Hope to see you next year :)

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@keilyrz1838 oh I'm in Ryerson BTM hehe

  • @sakshmjotsingh840
    @sakshmjotsingh8403 жыл бұрын

    Hey, That Was A Really Great Video. Im An Architecture Student (India) n want to pursue my Masters Degree From UofT, Canada. Can you Please Help me know about whole Admission Process At This Is My Final Semester. Thank You. Waiting For Your Reply.

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hey there! Unfortunately I’m not sure how the Masters application works, but you can try to find the email of the program on UofT’s website and ask there :)

  • @triplearielinfinite2
    @triplearielinfinite22 жыл бұрын

    I worked for 4 hours straight on feb 1st. I literally submitted it at 11:37pm lmao.

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    2 жыл бұрын

    clutch

  • @raffyalwahah

    @raffyalwahah

    Жыл бұрын

    SAME IM LITERALLY STARTING IT RIGHT NOW

  • @user-tf7mc7dl7k

    @user-tf7mc7dl7k

    5 ай бұрын

    Did you get in?

  • @toleenmalkawi9692
    @toleenmalkawi96923 жыл бұрын

    Did you submit 5 pieces?

  • @RayaKee

    @RayaKee

    3 жыл бұрын

    Yup! I took my 5 best pieces from my Ryerson portfolio. I actually made a video on that earlier. You can check that video out if you were curious on what those 5 pieces were!

  • @HannaGuerra555

    @HannaGuerra555

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RayaKee hey Raya thank you for documenting your journey! It's helping us a lot as our daughter is in the processing of creating her arch portfolio... we could not find the video re the 5 pieces you submitted to U of T... could you advise? thank you

  • @ilonarytova9626
    @ilonarytova96262 жыл бұрын

    Heeyy, i am applying to universities for fall 2022. And right now writing the One idea essay. If it is not hard for you, or someone here, to just summarize the important questions i should ask myself and add to my essay. :) Thanks