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University of Toronto Residence deadline is March 31

At U of T, residence is guaranteed for all new full-time students entering their first year of a postsecondary program for the first time, provided that they have indicated their interest in residence by completing the StarRez Portal application by March 31, and receive and accept an offer of admission by June 2.

If a student misses the March 31 deadline, they can still apply to be on the waitlist but it is important to know that they are unlikely to get a place.

Students interested in living in residence at U of T next year should complete this form regardless of whether or not they have already received an offer of admission. There is no cost to completing the form and it is not a commitment, instead, it is an expression of interest. Students should explore the website and speak with their counsellor for more information. 

Note: An offer of admission to U of T is not required to apply for residence by March 31. You will not be obligated to attend U of T, live in residence, or pay a deposit if you apply by the March 31 deadline. Deposits will only be required if you receive and accept a residence offer in May through August.

First-Year Foundations: The One Programs at the University of Toronto

First-Year Foundations: The One Programs are optional combinations of courses, seminars and experiential learning opportunities specially designed to help first-year Arts, Science and Business students get off to a solid start at U of T. Year 12 students who applied to any of these programs at UofT are encouraged to explore these amazing opportunities.

Like the Greater Toronto Area itself, the University is a collection of distinct and diverse communities. These programs are a way for students to start building their own core community from day one. Within dynamic small-group offerings, students will learn key critical thinking and writing skills, develop intellectual independence, expand their creative side and make a successful transition into university life.

While the One Program at Victoria College focused on social sciences, students can choose from a variety of these small-group programs offered at each U of T campus, at all seven St. George colleges and at the Munk School of Global Affairs. Students can enrol in a One Program even if they aren’t a member of its college. Students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the polemics of public policy in the Trinity One program, develop a creative and critical approach to the urban environment with Innis One, tackle real-world global problems at Munk One, or integrate their studies with community service at SMC One (all of these are at St. George), conduct geological fieldwork or map their genome sequence in the experiential-learning-focused UTSC One, or examine the role of creative expression in society at utmONE.

Interested students should explore the website or speak with their counsellor to learn more. 

March Break/Spring University Open Houses in Ontario

Year 12 students who are considering offers from various Ontario universities may wish to investigate their choices further by attending Open Houses next month. Year 11 students may also take advantage of these events to evaluate the schools they may be applying to next year.

Below are dates and registration details from a selection of Ontario’s Universities.

See here the upcoming tours, events and registration details from a selection of Ontario's Universities.

University Visits | February 

• Feb. 24 — University of Liverpool (U.K.) Room 128 at 1:30 p.m.

• Feb. 24—Huron University Room 140 at 1:30 p.m. President of Huron presenting
  * Please note this presentation changed dates. 

• Feb. 28 — University of Essex (U.K.) Room 128 at 1:30 p.m.

• Feb. 28—McMaster University focus group. Room 247 (Year 11 and 12)

Year 12 scholarships

Current Year 11 Students: Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs  

Students who are currently in Year 11, who are Canadian citizens and are involved in co-curricular and community service activities, display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, demonstrate desire and ability to be entrepreneurial in a chosen field and have critical financial need ($65,000 or less annual net income per family is required) are encouraged to explore the Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs. Applications are now open and are due on Monday, March 31. Interested students should review the website for more information and speak with their university counsellor. 

Laurier Scholars Award

Year 12 students who have applied to Wilfrid Laurier University are encouraged to explore the Laurier Scholars Award. Seven students will be selected to receive this $40,000 entrance scholarship. The award includes $7,500 per year for up to four years and an experiential learning award of $10,000. Students are selected for the Laurier Scholars Award based on their academic achievement (an admission average of 90% or higher) and their submitted application. Applications are due on Tuesday, Feb. 25. Interested students are encouraged to check out the website or speak with their counsellor for more information. 

Summer enrichment opportunities (Years 9–12)

The document shared here provides a curated list of summer enrichment opportunities that may interest our students and families. The first entry, Teen Life, is a useful database of summer and gap year programs and serves as a great starting point. Below this, you'll find several specific programs that have been brought to our attention. While we do not endorse or recommend any particular program, we encourage students and parents considering these options to evaluate the suitability of the listed programs carefully. 

Please note that some applications may require you to submit a transcript and/or a teacher recommendation. If this is the case, be sure to contact your counselor for assistance. Lastly, please keep in mind the application deadlines and program fees.