University Counselling Office February 5, 2026
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University of Toronto | Residence deadline is March 31 for 2026-2027
University of Toronto | Residence deadline is March 31 for 2026-2027
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 an application on the U of T residence portal by March 31, and receive and accept an offer of admission by June 1.
If you miss the March 31 deadline, you can still apply to be on the wait list.
Students must respond to all deadlines and meet all deposit requirements in order to maintain their eligibility. No exceptions can be made.
NOTE: You don’t need an offer of admission to apply for residence by March 31. Applying by this deadline doesn’t commit you to attending U of T, living in residence or paying a deposit. You’ll only be asked to pay a deposit if you receive a residence offer between May and August.
Spring university open houses in Ontario
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.
See here the upcoming tours, events and registration details from a selection of Ontario's universities.
Free SAT and ACT webinars (for students and parents)
Free SAT and ACT webinars (for students and parents)
Wizeprep is offering a series of free, live online webinars for students and parents covering:
What to expect on the SAT and ACT
Practical test-taking strategies
How to decide which exam is the best fit and more
These sessions are informational, open to all families, and free to attend. You may view the full details and register for free below:
All sessions are live, online, and free to attend.
Year 11 | Scholarship
Year 11 | Scholarship
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 ($80,000 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 March 31. Interested students should review the website for more information and speak with their university counsellor.
Year 12 | Scholarships (updated list)
Year 12 | Scholarships (updated list)
University of King's College, Halifax
Year 12 students who have applied to the University of King's College (Halifax) are encouraged to explore their different Major Entrance Scholarships. Applications are due March 1. To learn more about the opportunities, students should explore the website.
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 to Dal. 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.
Queen’s University Commitment Scholars
The Commitment Scholars Award celebrates and recognizes demonstrated leadership in, and commitment to, racial justice, social justice, or diversity initiatives by a student in their high school or in their community. The award provides dedicated financial, academic, and career support to help students complete their degree. Students applying to Queen’s who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or a protected persons of Canada; Self-identify as a member of an underserved or underrepresented group, including Black, Indigenous and other racialized students, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals; and demonstrate leadership in, and commitment to, racial justice, or EDII initiatives in their high school or their local community are encouraged to apply. Applications are due Feb. 15. To learn more, students can speak with their counsellor and explore the website.
McGill University Major Entrance Scholarship
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 Feb. 7, and students can explore the website for further information or speak with their counsellor.
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