Grade 10 Focus - Prepping for Grade 11

Frequently Asked Questions:  Grade 11 Course Selection, Summer School & Post Secondary  

1. Can I go to University without a University level math?  

Yes, you can—provided that you do not want to go to University for a program  that requires Math. That is why it is important to do a bit of research now to  determine if any of the future programs you are considering require math. But  generally speaking, if you want to go to University for a program that does not  require Math (such as law, or political science, or English), you do not need to  choose Math at the University level. 

2. Do universities & colleges look at my grade 11 marks? 

Universities do look at grade 11 marks, and they use these marks to determine  early acceptance in grade 12. However, it is important to keep in mind that  while universities do make early considerations based off of grade 11 marks, any  offer they make is conditional on completion of grade 12 with the same average.  Colleges will look to grade 11 marks if the course that they require for your program  requires a grade 11 course. For example, Practical Nursing requires you to have  SBI3C1 (grade 11 college-Biology), therefore they will look at the average for this course when determining acceptance for that program. Therefore, whether you  are planning on going to University or College, please be aware that your grade 11  marks matter. 

3. How many Mixed or University courses should I take in grade 11?  

Generally speaking, there is no official rule, but we recommend taking at least 6 mixed or university courses in grade 11. However, if you choose to take a grade  12 university or mixed course while you are in grade 11, that can count as one of  your six. If you are applying to College, there is no minimum amount of  Mixed/University courses you have to take; however, you should do your  research because requirements for College are very program specific, so some  programs might require specific courses be taken. 

4. Do universities & colleges accept summer school credits?  

Generally speaking, every single university and college will view summer school  credits the same as day school credits. However, there are very few university  programs that would like to see you take the required courses during day school.  But there are very few programs like that, so speak to your guidance counsellor  when considering doing a required course at summer school. 

5. Am I allowed a spare in grade 11? 

No. It is our school policy that grade 11’s are not allowed to have spares.  MyBlueprint will not allow you to submit your courses without a full timetable.