The Bishop Strachan School University Placement
Where graduates of a school do their post-secondary studies can be an important factor in choosing a private school. Do you want your child to go to a Canadian university, an Ivy League school in the US, or somewhere else? Whatever your inclinations, check out a school’s university placement record and the support they offer for university applications and decisions.
Page Contents
Key Numbers
| Average graduating class size | 125 |
| Students accepted into post-secondary studies upon graduation | 100% |
| Percentage of students who attend post-secondary institutions outside of Canada | 25% |
| Students who attended a Ivy+ school Number of students in the past 5 years that that attended one of Harvard, Yale, Princeton, University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Stanford, University of Chicago, Oxford or Cambridge (UK) | 20 |
Services Offered to Students
| Type | Offered |
|---|---|
| Career planning | |
| Internships | |
| Mentorship Program | |
| University counseling |
What BSS says about their university placement record and services:
- Mackenzie Cruz '24, University of Guelph, Applied Animal Biology: Thanks to BSS, I feel prepared and excited about my future. The school not only showed me new possibilities for university, but also helped me build essential connections in my field. BSS connected me with a mentor who will support me throughout my time at university, as I pursue my dream of becoming an equine surgeon. I'm excited to see where these opportunities take me.
- Sophie Niehaus '24, McMaster University, Engineering: Coming to BSS allowed me to become more confident, meet lifelong friends and strengthen my love for learning in a supportive environment. I developed a love for STEM and have had a chance to try new skills, leading me to pursue engineering in postsecondary. Without access to the exceptional education at BSS, I don't know that I would have had the confidence to choose a career in such a male-dominated field.
- Jessy Ye '24, New York University, Tisch School of the Arts, Film and TV Production: Through my time in the arts at BSS, I discovered my passion for storytelling through visual and written media such as photography, creative writing and film. BSS allowed me to experiment both theoretically and in a hands-on capacity, enabling me to grow as an artist and storyteller.
- Gabi Luk '24, Royal Veterinary College, Veterinary Medicine: I've had a passion for animals for a long time, but never knew how to take steps toward my goal, especially finding universities and completing applications. My counsellor was patient with me and helped me improve my essay-writing skills. My experience at BSS, in both Day school and Boarding, helped me become more independent and able to adapt to new environments.
- Vanessa Poon '24, Johns Hopkins University, Psychology and Dance: BSS offered many unique opportunities to discover more about myself and the world around me. Through various courses, projects, clubs and councils, I gained a well-rounded perspective of our society and a better understanding of different cultures and viewpoints. BSS fostered personal growth, critical thinking skills and empathy - qualities that have equipped me to contribute meaningfully to my community. The community in both the Day school and Boarding made a significant impact on me and will continue to shape my future, and I'm grateful to my teachers and counsellors who were incredibly supportive.
- Esme Lamacraft '24, University of Aberdeen, Direct Entry Medicine: While all courses at BSS equipped me with the knowledge and skills to navigate postsecondary, I benefited most from the science courses, which allowed me to gain hands-on experience that will serve me well as a future physician. My teachers' tremendous support, expertise and encouragement propelled me to follow my dreams of becoming a doctor. I also had the opportunity to participate in service leadership, which helped me foster empathy, patience, caring, determination and perseverance.
- Julia Schwartz '24, McMaster University, Health Sciences: My learning experience at BSS compares to no other. The faculty truly have a passion for teaching that pushes students to delve deeper into their learning. My teachers encouraged me to be active in my learning, to ask questions, be curious and take risks. I'm grateful for the connections I made at BSS and the support of my guidance counsellors and teachers.
Post-Secondary Schools Attended
-
Canada (17 universities)
- Carleton University
- Concordia University
- Dalhousie University
- Huron University College
- McGill University
- McMaster University
- OCAD University
- Queen's University
- St. Thomas University
- University of British Columbia
- University of Guelph
- University of Ottawa
- University of Toronto
- University of Waterloo
- Western University
- Wilfrid Laurier University
- York University
-
United States (22 universities)
- Babson College
- Boston College
- Boston University
- Brown University
- Cornell University
- Johns Hopkins University
- New York University
- Northeastern University
- Northwestern University
- Pratt Institute
- Rice University
- Syracuse University
- Union College (NY)
- University of California, Berkeley
- University of California, Davis
- University of Chicago
- University of Miami (FL)
- University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
- University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
- University of Southern California
- Vanderbilt University
- Wellesley College
-
International (4 universities)
- Monash University
- Nottingham Trent University
- Royal Veterinary College
- University of Aberdeen
Areas of Post-Secondary Study
This chart shows the main subject areas The Bishop Strachan School graduates have pursued in post-secondary studies. If post-secondary studies are a major goal, this is an important factor to consider in choosing a school for your child.
The Bishop Strachan School Graduates’ Post-Secondary Studies:
28% - Liberal Arts and Sciences
15% - Engineering and Applied Sciences
17% - Business/Commerce
5% - Fine and Performing Arts
30% - Applied Health Sciences
0% - Applied Professional Studies (Post-grad certificate / diploma)
5% - Other
15% - Engineering and Applied Sciences
17% - Business/Commerce
5% - Fine and Performing Arts
30% - Applied Health Sciences
0% - Applied Professional Studies (Post-grad certificate / diploma)
5% - Other
Aggregate of All Schools’ Post-Secondary Studies:
24% - Liberal Arts and Sciences
24% - Engineering and Applied Sciences
24% - Business/Commerce
6% - Fine and Performing Arts
15% - Applied Health Sciences
2% - Applied Professional Studies (Post-grad certificate / diploma)
6% - Other
24% - Engineering and Applied Sciences
24% - Business/Commerce
6% - Fine and Performing Arts
15% - Applied Health Sciences
2% - Applied Professional Studies (Post-grad certificate / diploma)
6% - Other
