Select a link to jump to an article.

Year 12 | Queen's supplemental essay workshop

We encourage all the students applying to Queen's university to attend the workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 8:30 a.m. in Room 127 on how to write the perfect essay for your application. 

University of Waterloo

The University of Waterloo boasts North America’s largest co-op program of its kind. Co-op is an amazing way to explore career paths, get hands-on experience and earn money at the same time. Outside of co-op, Waterloo offers plenty of ways to gain experience and develop essential skills to prepare yourself for the future. 

Register for their Fall Open House on Saturday, Nov. 25 to take a campus tour, chat with professors and students and learn all about the Waterloo experience. 

Register for Fall Open House

University of Toronto residence tour

Year 11 and 12 day students who are interested in seeing U of T’s residence options and have a chat with some UCC alum currently studying at U of T are welcome to join Mr. Turner and Ms. Kanga on this outing on Sunday, Nov. 19. Students will depart UCC at 12:30 p.m. and visit the campus from 1 to 2:30 p.m. 

The plan is to meet former boarders studying different programs at U of T including:

• Raihan Woodhouse ’21, Rotman Commerce

• Faizan Haider ’20, Social Sciences

• Michael Ma ’22, History

• Junyoung Park ’22, Life Science

• Guclu Can ’21, Engineering Science

Please indicate your interest in joining by emailing Mr. Turner.

Bocconi Open Day

Ontario Universities Information Sessions

Year 12 | Scholarships

Babson College Weissman Scholarship

Year 12 students interested in Babson College are encouraged to explore the Weissman Scholarship Program. The Weissman Scholarship Program provides four-year, full-tuition scholarships plus financial support for scholars to develop their unique talents and pursue their personal passions. Weissman Scholars at Babson College are leaders who already enjoy distinction in their schools and communities. They have earned grades in their secondary school that place them among the top 5 percent of students in their programs. They have demonstrated a passion for intellectual, creative, and entrepreneurial pursuits, and have a vision for how Babson and the Weissman Scholarship Program can help further dreams, for themselves and the world. Selection for the Weissman Scholarship is based on the following criteria: Academic excellence and intellectual passion; Great distinction in leadership activities and Strength of vision for how their goals can be fulfilled at Babson with the support of the Weissman Scholarship Program. Applications are due on February 1, 2024, and more information can be found on their website.

Washington University in St. Louis Signature Scholar Programs

All Year 12 students interested in applying to Washington University in St. Louis are encouraged to explore the Signature Scholar Programs. There are three different scholar programs, so explore the website for more details on eligibility for each one. Any UCC student who is eligible and feels like they are a good fit based on the scholarship criteria can apply through the common application by the regular decision deadline. 

St. Lawrence University Canadian Scholars Program

All Year 12 students interested in applying to St. Lawrence University are encouraged to explore the Canadian Scholars Program. The Canadian Scholars Program seeks students who have excelled academically and demonstrated leadership in some compelling way in their communities. This leadership may be school-related, service-related or any other avenue in which the student has invested substantive time. The scholarship value for the Canadian Scholars Program ranges from $25,000 to $50,000 USD per year, with four-year total values of $100,000 to $200,000 USD. Any UCC student who is eligible and feels like they are a good fit based on the scholarship criteria can apply. Interested students are encouraged to speak with their university counsellor for more information. 

UBC Beyond Tomorrow Scholars Program 

The UBC Beyond Tomorrow Scholars Program assists Black Canadian students who are transitioning to UBC from secondary school or another post-secondary institution. The purpose of the program is to financially support academically qualified students who show an interest in joining and contributing to the UBC community at both the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses, but who would not be able to attend without significant financial assistance. Through the program, new students can access renewable awards of up to $80,000. To apply, students must submit a UBC application, complete the UBC Entrance Award Application and select the Beyond Tomorrow Scholars Award by December 1. Interested students are encouraged to check out the website for more information and speak with their counsellor. 

Boston University Trustee Scholarship

Year 12 students applying to Boston University are encouraged to explore the Trustee Scholarship. In addition to exceptional academic credentials, Trustee Scholars are intellectually and creatively adventurous and demonstrate viewpoints, experiences, or achievements beyond the usual. They are, in other words, not just top students, but extraordinarily well-rounded individuals. At BU, Trustee Scholars become part of a unique campus community that offers many intellectual, cultural, and social opportunities. Trustee Scholars rank at the top of their classes and demonstrate exceptional leadership in their schools and communities. The Trustee Scholarship covers full undergraduate tuition plus orientation and mandatory undergraduate student fees for four years. To be considered, students must submit their application for admission to BU with one Trustee Scholarship essay by December 1. More information about the Trustee Scholarship can be found on the website. Interested students are encouraged to speak with their University Counsellor.