Math, Science and Technology (MST) Program
West Humber Collegiate Institute
The Math, Science and Technology (MST) Program at West Humber Collegiate Institute offers an enriched academic experience for students in Grades 9, 10, and 11 who demonstrate a strong interest and aptitude in STEM fields. The program focuses on developing critical thinking, innovation, and problem-solving skills through an enriched curriculum in Mathematics, Science and Technology.
Students in the MST Program at WHCI engage in hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences, participate in STEM-related projects and competitions, and explore real-world applications of their studies. The program also provides opportunities for field trips and guest speaker sessions, giving students exposure to post-secondary institutions, industry professionals, and real-world STEM applications.
TDSB CENTRALIZED APPLICATION
Application and selection are fully centralized by the TDSB.
All instructions, requirements, timelines and updates are provided on the TDSB website.
TDSB Central Programs Admissions Office
The application for September 2026 is open on November 24, 2025. The deadline to apply is Friday, December 12, 2025 at noon.
The Parents/Guardians/Caregivers will need to create an enrollment account if they have not done so before.
Fact sheet for Specialized Programs for Parents/Guardians/Caregivers.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW & ELIGIBILITY
Applicants choose one Specialized Program Type (e.g. – MST).
Select a Primary Program Choice, plus an optional Alternate Choice of the same program type.
Eligibility Requirement: No more than two Grade 7 report card marks may fall below 70%.
Parents/Guardians/Caregivers may use the Report Card Benchmark Calculator to check eligibility before applying available on the TDSB website under specialized programs.
SELECTION CRITERIA
30% — Grade 7 Report Card Achievement (2024–2025)
70% — Demonstration of Knowledge & Skills Assessment
DEMONSTRATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS ASSESSMENT
Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
Time: 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Location: Your Primary Choice MST School
Format: In-person, Multiple Choice (60 minutes)
Skills Assessed: Mathematical reasoning, Scientific problem-solving & innovation, Coding & computational thinking, Critical thinking & problem-solving, Knowledge of Grade 7 curriculum expectations.
Parents/Guardians/Caregivers have access to the following digital platform that provides tools and resources to help prepare students for the demonstration of knowledge and skills assessment.
PLACEMENT & OFFER DATES
February 11, 2026: Acceptances and waitlist status emailed to all applicants.
February 17, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.: Offers expire.
All communication regarding placement and results comes from the Central Program Admissions.
Please do not contact schools for admissions decisions.