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Graduates find employment in a wide range of occupations

When applying to postsecondary education, students and parents can find themselves grappling with the weighty decision of selecting the right program. We often assume that this important decision will open the door to a singular occupation that will determine the future of our entire career. However, the reality is that most careers are not linear, and the skills and knowledge gained from various academic disciplines can be applied to an array of occupations.

The interactive graph in the link below illustrates the many ways in which university studies can lead to a range of career paths post-graduation.

Occupations of bachelor’s degree graduates in Ontario

Year 12 scholarships

McEuen Scholarship at St. Andrews (Scotland) 

Year 12 students who are applying to St. Andrews in Scotland are encouraged to explore the McEuen Scholarship, which is awarded annually to a resident Canadian citizen and is renewable based on academic and extracurricular achievement. The scholarship covers all tuition and residence fees and includes a book allowance of £200. The application can be found online and is due on Jan. 31. 

McGill University Major Entrance Scholarships

Year 12 students who are applying to McGill University are encouraged to explore the major entrance scholarships.  Interested students should review the estimated minimum academic requirements published by McGill. Applications are due on Feb. 7 and students can explore the website for further information or speak with their counsellor. 

Dalhousie Entrance Scholarships

Year 12 students who are applying to Dalhousie University are encouraged to apply for the Dalhousie Entrance Award/Scholarship program by completing the General Entrance Award application available in the application portal after applying. These are awarded based on academic achievement, leadership, extracurricular involvement, community service, financial need and cultural identity. Please note, a small number of awards do require a separate application. Applications are due Feb. 15 and interested students should explore the website or speak with their counsellor for more information. 

Huron University Hellmuth Scholarship 

Year 12 students who have applied to Huron are encouraged to explore the Hellmuth Scholarship. The Hellmuth Scholarship is awarded to an incoming student with a mid-year average of 90 per cent or higher (as calculated by Huron) and an exceptional record of extracurricular and community involvement, as well as a demonstrated passion for student life through community leadership, volunteer service, passion for arts, athletics etc. The scholarship covers full tuition and ancillary fees and is renewable for up to four years. The application is due on Jan. 15 and can be accessed through the Huron Connect Portal. Other Huron scholarships can be found on their website. 

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 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

• Strength of vision for how their goals can be fulfilled at Babson with the support of the Weissman Scholarship Program. 

Applications are due on Feb. 1 and more information can be found on their website.