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Beyond the academics, students are curious about the overall university experience. Representatives paint a vivid picture of campus life. For students who have a particular field of study in mind, these presentations offer a deeper understanding of the academic programs. Representatives can detail specific courses, research opportunities, and the faculty who teach them. These are great opportunities for students to meet with admission officers who potentially will be reading the students' university applications.

Year 12 | University of Toronto: Wolf Scholars Program presentation

The Wolf Scholars Program is a bold new undergraduate scholarship at the University of Toronto, offering Canada’s most immersive scholarship for future leaders, builders and innovators.

Each year, up to 16 Wolf Scholars will benefit from:

• Full tuition plus a generous living stipend

• Funded Canadian and international travel

• Access to top internships at Canada’s leading organizations across consulting, technology, AI, finance, politics, non-profit, and more

• Rigorous seminars on history, leadership and ethics, mentorship, and an unmatched cohort experience

The scholarship is open to ambitious, curious and thoughtful students applying to U of T’s Faculty of Arts & Science, which offers 400+ programs from philosophy to computer science to art history to biology. Wolf Scholars is a liberal arts launchpad unique in Canada — the program will ensure that Scholars can study and learn broadly, with the confidence they’ll gain the tools to become problem solvers and leaders across sectors.

The Executive Director of the Wolf Scholars Program will present at UCC on Monday, Oct. 6, at 1:30 p.m. in Room 127.

Applications close on Nov. 10 (for September 2026 entry).

Questions? Email info@wolfscholars.com.

Year 12 | Q & A drop-in sessions (Flex Time)

We're excited to announce our new drop-in sessions with our university counsellors! These sessions are designed to provide you with quick answers to those lingering university application questions with no need to book an appointment.

When and where:

A counsellor will be available on the following days and times in the University Counselling Office (UCO):

🗓️ Dates

Oct. 6

Oct. 21

Oct. 28

Nov. 4

Nov.  12

Nov.  18

Nov.  27

Dec. 2

Dec. 11

Dec. 16

🕜 Time: Flex Time

Remember, there's no need to book an appointment—just drop in with your questions!

Year 12 | Scholarships

Jefferson Scholars Program at the University of Virginia 

Year 12 students who are interested in the University of Virginia should consider applying to be nominated for the Jefferson Scholars Program. UCC can nominate one student. Candidates are selected based on their demonstrated excellence and exceptional potential in the areas of leadership, scholarship and engaged citizenship. Recipients receive the entire cost of attendance at UVA and many supplemental enrichment experiences—a value of $365,000. Interested students should submit a one-page letter to Ms. Lopez in the University Counselling Office by Thursday, Oct. 9, at 4 p.m., explaining why they are a good candidate for the scholarship.

Boston University Trustee Scholarship

Year 12 students applying to Boston University are encouraged to explore the Trustee Scholarship. The Trustee Scholarship is Boston University’s most distinguished merit scholarship available to incoming students. The goal of the Trustee Scholarship is to enable students to pursue their passions, no matter where they lead. Scholars are enrolled in colleges across the BU campus and work in an incredible array of disciplines, including: television and film writing, neuroscience, acting, Chinese language and literature, biomedical engineering, and linguistics. Trustee scholars are actors, activists, and entrepreneurs. They're volunteers, emerging scholars, and campus leaders. With the Trustee Scholarship, students can do anything and everything at BU. To be considered, students must submit their application for admission to BU by Dec. 1. Interested students should explore more information about the Trustee Scholarship. Application details for the Trustee and other Merit Scholarships can be found on their website. 

Johnson Scholarship at Washington & Lee

The Johnson Scholarship is one of the premier merit-based scholarship programs in the country. It recognizes and rewards students on the basis of academic achievement, demonstrated leadership and integrity, and their potential to contribute to the intellectual and civic life of the W&L campus and the world at large in years to come. Johnson Scholarships cover tuition and fees, housing and food, and $10,000 in funding for a summer experience — a grand total of more than $89,000 per year. Students with additional financial need may also see their scholarship amount increased to cover additional costs of attendance, which may include textbooks and supplies, travel expenses, and technology costs. The application is due on Dec. 1, and interested students are encouraged to speak with their counsellor or explore the website to learn more. 

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. 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 aptitude for and interest in working to improve their communities. The Scholar Qualities include a forceful and unselfish character, creativity, leadership and intellectual and personal vigour. The scholarship includes full tuition, fees, and on-campus room and meals. 

UBC International Scholars

UBC’s International Scholars Program is for international students who have demonstrated leadership qualities, exceptional contributions to their communities, have outstanding academic performance, and require meaningful financial support to attend UBC. As a Scholar, you’ll get to participate in skill-building workshops and retreats and have the option to participate in exchange and co-op. While you work on your degree, you’ll have additional support from dedicated International Scholars Program advisors who will encourage your academic, personal and career development. Applicants must have a study permit to study at UBC and demonstrate a significant level of financial need that would otherwise prevent them from pursuing a UBC degree.

UCC can nominate up to two students for UBC Vancouver and one student for UBC Okanagan. The International Scholars application is due November 15, with the UBC application due December 1st.  If you are interested in being nominated, please send Ms. Lopez a one-page letter explaining why you would make an excellent nominee for the scholarship and outlining how you meet the criteria that the scholarship is looking for by Thursday, Oct. 9, at 4 p.m.

Robertson Scholars 

Students who are in Year 12 and planning to apply to Duke University or the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (or both) should consider the Robertson Scholars Program.  No nomination is required, so any interested and qualified UCC student can apply. 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 there are two application deadlines — Oct. 15 and Nov. 15.  Students who submit their application by Oct. 15 will learn if they are invited to the group activity before the end of December. Students who submit their application by Nov. 15 will find out in early February if they have been invited to the group activity. Interested students should speak with their University Counsellor to learn more.

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 Oct. 22. Interested students are encouraged to explore the website and speak with their university counsellor to learn more. 

Loran Award

The Loran Award is one of Canada’s most prestigious honours, paying particular attention to a young person’s character, service and leadership. They identify students ready to embrace the challenge of leaving the world better than they found it. They look for young people with a guiding sense of purpose, the capacity to collaborate to drive change, an enthusiasm to grow by pushing their limits, and the potential to serve and lead with integrity.

To find the next generation of leaders for Canada, they look beyond the transcript and find the promise of character: integrity, courage, compassion, determination and a high level of personal autonomy. Tenable at 25 Canadian partner universities, the Loran Award is valued at more than $100,000 over four years, including mentorship, a leadership enrichment program and participation in an extensive network of past and present scholars. 

All interested and eligible students are welcome to apply by filling out the application, uploading a transcript, and naming a reference. School sponsorship is no longer required. Previous Loran Scholars from UCC include Toni Agbaje-Ojo ’21 and Vlad Chindea ’18.

The deadline for all applications is Oct. 16 (at noon ET).

To learn more about the Loran Award, the eligibility criteria and the application process, visit the Loran Scholars website. Please reach out to your university counsellor for support and any questions you may have about your application.

University of Toronto Wolf Scholarship

Students who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents who plan to apply to the University of Toronto St. George Faculty of Arts and Science (not including Rotman Commerce) are encouraged to explore this new U of T Scholarship. The Wolf Scholarship is looking for applicants who drive to build and lead, have exceptional character and curiosity and intellectual engagement. Wolf Scholars will receive a full academic tuition scholarship and an annual stipend, academic seminars, summer internships, speaker series and leadership development, international and domestic travel and join a purpose-driven community.  Interested students are encouraged to explore the website for more information and to consider attending a webinar. The Executive Director of the Wolf Scholars Program will be presenting at UCC on Monday, Oct. 6, at 1:30 p.m. in room 127.

Applications open on Sept. 8 and must be submitted by Nov. 10.

Wolf Scholar applicants must also apply for early admission to the University of Toronto by Nov. 7 to be considered.

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Save the date | University visits (updated list)

October

• 3 at 1:30 p.m. Room 128 - Loyola Marymount University 

• 6 at 1:30 p.m. Room 127 - U of T Wolf Scholars (presented by the Executive Director)

• 7 at 1:30 p.m. Room 140 - University of Waterloo

• 8 at 10:40 a.m. Room 138 A - Wake Forest University 

• 21 at 1:30 p.m. Room 140 - St. Francis Xavier University

• 21 at 1:30 p.m. Room 138 - Tulane & Rice University

• 22 at 10:40 a.m. Room MB Theatre -  University of Toronto

• 23 at 1:30 p.m. Room 140 - Dalhousie University

• 27 at 1:30 p.m. Room 140 - Huron University

• 28 at 1:30 p.m. Room 138 - Bocconi, (Italy)  EHL (Switzerland)  & Constructor University (Germany)

• 30 at 1:30 p.m. Room 127 - University of California - San Diego

November

• McGill - TBD

• 24 at 1:30 p.m. Room 128 - Trinity College Dublin