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Year 10 | Reminder UCC Graduation Pathways 

All Year 10 students have received an email from Ms. Lopez with instructions on how to schedule a meeting with their university counsellor to learn more about the new graduation pathways.

Students who have yet to set this meeting time are asked to act immediately. 

Your university counsellor will provide further information and guidance about each pathway, including course requirements, eligibility criteria and benefits.

Year 9–11 athletics presentation | College Recruiting Workshop

Are you ready to take your athletic performance to the next level and catch the eye of college scouts? Join us for our College Recruiting Workshop designed to equip you with the essential knowledge needed to excel in college recruitment.

Date and time: Monday, Nov. 4 at 1:30 p.m.

Location: Manucha & Bellamy Studio Theatre 

If you're interested in attending this presentation please register here.

NCAA Eligibility Centre Fall Webinar | International College-Bound Student-Athletes

Oxford University | Resources for Future Students

Free monthly webinars for prospective international students covering a range of topics about applying to and studying at the University of Oxford featuring advice and guidance from Admissions professionals, Oxford academics and current international students.

This month's Webinar Recording for Students:

Applying to Oxford: understanding Oxford interviews (an academic’s perspective) October 2024

With: Dr. Jim Thomson — Deputy Director of Studies from the Department of Chemistry

           Zara Christmas — DPhil Student from the Department of History

           Prof Nick Yeung — Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, Department of Experimental Psychology

McMaster University | Faculty of Science programs Q&A

Learn about the McMaster Faculty of Science and their seven first-year programs and opportunities available to future undergraduate students. Your Questions will be answered by Science faculty, staff, and students! 

Date: Nov. 25

Time: 8–9 p.m. EST

Register here.

University of Toronto | Application updates

The admissions process is underway. Applications are being processed and applicants are getting access to our Join U of T applicant portal to complete their next steps. U of T’s recommended application date is Nov. 7. The final application deadline is Jan. 15. 

Early applications

Students who wish to receive an earlier admission decision are encouraged to apply by Nov. 7 and submit all required documents by Dec. 2. 

The early consideration process works to expedite the review of these applications. Students who apply by Nov. 7, and complete the necessary next steps listed on the Join U of T applicant portal by Dec. 2, will be eligible to be considered for admission in the first admission round, as well as subsequent admission rounds. Not all program areas will make admission decisions in the first admission round.

Applying by Nov. 7 does not guarantee an applicant will receive an admission decision in the first admission round. Admission decisions will be released in monthly rounds starting in January and through to late May—and into the summer depending on the applicant. Not all program areas will release admission decisions in all rounds of admission.

Also, multiple applications are considered independently, so a student may receive admission decisions at different times if they have more than one application to U of T.

Wake Forest University | Virtual presentation

The Undergraduate Admissions office at Wake Forest is hosting an "International Hour" chat with students to share about the international experience at Wake Forest and answer questions regarding the Admissions process. 

Date: Nov. 4

Time: 1 p.m. EST

If interested, students can register here. 

University visits to the College | November

• November 5 at 1:30 p.m. Room 138 — University of New Brunswick

• November 14 at 1:30 p.m. Room 128 — Acadia University

• November 15 at 1:30 p.m. Room 127 — Waterloo University

• November 18 at 1:30 p.m. Manucha & Bellamy Studio Theatre — Western University 

• November 19 at 1:30 p.m. Room 247 - McGill University 

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 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 Feb. 1 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. 

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. 

The UBC Beyond Tomorrow Scholars Program assists Black Canadian students who are transitioning to UBC from secondary school or another postsecondary 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 be considered students must self identify as Black (African, African-American, African-Canadian, Afro-Caribbean), be a strong academic student, have financial need and be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person in Canada. Applications are due by Dec. 1. 

TD Scholarships for Community Leadership 

Applications are now open for the TD Scholarships for Community Leadership. They are interested in hearing from students who have demonstrated consistent and outstanding dedication to helping improve the world by solving a social or community problem. For example, you may be helping to clean up the environment, promote social justice or fight child poverty. The application is due on Nov. 13. Interested students are encouraged to explore the website and speak with their university counsellor to learn more. 

Merit Scholarships at Vanderbilt 

Year 12 students who are applying to Vanderbilt University are encouraged to explore the merit scholarships offered. Each year Vanderbilt awards merit-based scholarships to applicants who demonstrate exceptional accomplishment and intellectual promise. These students represent the top 1 per cent of all first-year applicants to Vanderbilt, and with the limited number of merit scholarships available, the selection process is very competitive. Vanderbilt has three signature merit scholarships and interested students are encouraged to check out the website and speak with their university counsellor to learn more. Applications are due on Dec. 1. 

Robertson Scholars 

Students who are in Year 12 and planning to apply to Duke University or the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill (or both) should consider the Robertson Scholars program. No nomination is required so any interested and qualified UCC student can submit an application. Robertson Scholars join a lifelong community committed to transformational change. They explore who they are, what they're committed to, and how to lead from their values in the face of an ever-changing world. The Robertson selection process focuses on finding students committed to making systems level changes in the world around them, who believe in possibilities, and have the creative imagination to solve intractable problems. They seek to build a community comprised of individuals seeking to work and learn alongside equally inspired change agents with varied interests and passions. The Robertson Scholars Leadership Program provides eight semesters of full tuition, room and board, and most mandatory fees for scholars at Duke and UNC-Chapel Hill. Scholars also have access to generous funding for up to three summer experiences and for up to two semesters of study abroad. The Robertson application portal is currently open and applications are due Nov. 15. Interested students should speak with their university counsellor to learn more.

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 mandatory undergraduate student fees for four years if certain criteria are met. To be considered, students must submit their application for admission to BU with one Trustee Scholarship essay by Dec. 1. More information about the Trustee Scholarship can be found on the website. Interested students are encouraged to speak with their university counsellor. 

Emory College Woodruff Scholars Program 

Students who are in Year 12 and planning to apply to Emory University should consider the Emory College Woodruff Scholars Program. Applicants must submit their application to the university by Nov. 15 (unless they are applying for Early Decision, in which case it is due Nov. 1) and have indicated on their application an interest in being considered for Merit Scholarships. No additional nomination forms, essays, or materials are required to be considered and all students, regardless of citizenship, can be considered for the Scholar Programs. The Scholar Programs seek individuals who are motivated to be agents of positive social change across the broad spectrum of society—research and discovery, arts and culture, policy and justice work, and innovation and entrepreneurship. They select applicants who demonstrate significant promise in developing the Scholar Qualities and who show an aptitude for and interest in working to improve their communities. The Scholar Qualities include a forceful and unselfish character, creativity and leadership, and intellectual and personal vigour. The scholarship includes full tuition, fees and on-campus room and meals. Students interested in any of these scholarships are encouraged to speak with their university counsellor to learn more.