BEYOND YORK - OCTOBER 12, 2023

UPCOMING University
Visits

Here is a list of the upcoming University visits:

Grade 12 Students: The Ontario University Application Centre is open, and some students have begun submitting applications. Please know, however, there is plenty of time to get applications in before the December exams. Students are reminded to book appointments with their counsellor to continue conversations about university choices and programs. Students are encouraged to meet with their counsellor to initiate the application process for any school in Canada to ensure all parts of the application are filed correctly. Supplemental responses for Canadian applications will be found in the student’s university account once an application has been submitted. UBC is the only Canadian university that asks for a personal profile (short answers) to be completed with the submission of their application. The University Counselling Office will remind students of supplemental due dates, but students are ultimately responsible for meeting deadlines. All students are encouraged to share drafts of personal statements, Common Application essays and supplemental responses for feedback.

The York School is excited to invite you to an information session presented by representatives from Syracuse University, Union College, Hamilton College and Colgate University on Monday, October 16, 2023, at 7:00pm. A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Learn more about academic programs, campus life and the admission process of each school located just south of the border! REGISTER HERE

Canadian universities are posting dates for Open Houses. Please check this live document and plan to visit an open house or book a campus tour. Open houses allow you to learn about specific programs, talk to current students and perhaps even have a meal on campus. Campus tours are running regularly at most universities.

Save the date!
Ontario Universities’ Fair (OUF)
October 21 - 22, 2023, from 10:00am to 5:00pm 
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building

The OUF is one of the largest educational fairs in North America. This event allows you to gather information and chat with representatives from Ontario’s universities one on one.

Note: There are no university presentations at OUF 2023. If you are looking for a similar experience, we encourage you to attend the virtual Information Sessions.

The University of Calgary is hosting a National Meet and Greet Event in Toronto on October 28, 2023, at the Lilian H. Smith Library. This event is open to all members of the public and we would appreciate your support in helping share this event with your students and parents who may be interested in learning more about the University of Calgary.
The event details are as follows:
When: Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Where: Lilian H. Smith Auditorium, Lilian H. Smith Library

Registration is required as space is limited. To register, please click here.

Students and their families are invited to join UCLA representatives for a virtual Information Session and Student Panel Session. They will have the opportunity to hear from admission counselors and UCLA students. International Information Session Friday, October 27, 2023 8:00am - 8:45am Pacific Time Hear from admission counselors about the UCLA student experience and admission process. Register HERE. International Student Panel Session Friday, October 27, 2023 6:00pm - 6:45pm Pacific Time Join UCLA International Ambassadors and learn about their experiences studying at UCLA. Register HERE.

2024 Oxbridge Summer Programs: As we set out on our 40th year, we are delighted to share the link for our 2024 brochure.

Next summer, Oxbridge Summer Programs will be organizing residential programs, for students aged 13 to 18, in Oxford, Cambridge, Paris, Barcelona, and New York. Participants will be able to choose from over 150 academic and creative courses taught by university teachers and professionals and designed to use the venues as teaching tools.

Here is a short video about Oxbridge.

Oxbridge Summer Programswill be offering a wide range of scholarships. The scholarship form will be available in a few days.

Regular online information sessions can be found here.