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HIGH SCHOOL (GRADE 10 TO 12)
Global pathways & personalised guidance
Global university pathways
Canada
University of Toronto, McGill, UBC, Queen’s, Waterloo, Western (often with advanced credits).
France
Sciences Po, Sorbonne, Dauphine, Université Paris Cité, prépas & grandes écoles.
Europe
UCL, King’s College London, University of Amsterdam, Delft, Madrid, Milan…
United States
Highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities seeking rigorous academic profiles.
The Bac opens more pathways than almost any other diploma.
Personalised guidance and academic support
Throughout High School, students benefit from:
- one-on-one university counselling
- support for applications in Canada, France, the U.S., and Europe
- guidance on spécialités, project choices, and long-term planning
- coaching for interviews, portfolios, and personal statements
- mentorship from teachers who know them well
We help students understand their strengths, and turn them into futures.
University and Career Guidance
Preparing students for university is a central part of the Lycée Français de Toronto’s high school experience.
From Grade 9 to Grade 12, students benefit from individualized guidance that helps them explore their interests, define academic and professional goals, and navigate university applications in Canada and internationally.
A Structured Guidance Program
University preparation begins early in high school and continues throughout the secondary years.
Students receive guidance with:
- course selection and academic planning
- exploration of career pathways
- preparation of university applications
- writing personal statements and résumés
- interview preparation
- understanding different international admission systems.
Applying to Universities Worldwide
Thanks to the international recognition of the French Baccalauréat, Lycée Français de Toronto graduates apply to universities across Canada, the United States, France, the United Kingdom, and Europe.
Students receive support navigating major application platforms, including:
- OUAC – Ontario universities
- EducationPlannerBC – universities in British Columbia
- Parcoursup – universities in France
- UCAS – universities in the United Kingdom
- Common Application – universities in the United States
- Studielink – universities in the Netherlands.
Professional Internships
As part of the French curriculum, students complete internships in Grade 9 and Grade 10, allowing them to discover professional environments and explore potential career paths at an early stage.
University Destinations
Graduates of the Lycée Français de Toronto pursue higher education at leading universities in Canada and internationally.
Examples include:
- University of Toronto
- McGill University
- University of British Columbia
- Queen’s University
- Sciences Po
- Sorbonne University.
Graduate Outcomes
The academic rigor of the French Baccalauréat prepares students exceptionally well for higher education.
- 100% of graduates pursue university studies
- 75% attend English-language universities
- 25% attend French-language institutions
Scholarships and Recognition
Our students regularly receive prestigious merit-based scholarships when applying to universities.
Recent examples include:
- Schulich Leader Scholarship
- Queen’s Chancellor’s Scholarship
- University of Toronto Scholars Award
- President’s Scholars of Excellence
- McGill major scholarships.
University Guidance Resources
Families and students can learn more about the Lycée Français de Toronto’s university preparation program through the following resources.
University Guidance Overview
Overview of the university preparation program, including application support, career exploration, and key milestones throughout high school.
University Destinations and Scholarships
Summary of recent university destinations and scholarships awarded to Lycée Français de Toronto graduates.
A human-scale high school where students feel supported
Even during the most demanding academic years, the Lycee Francais de Toronto remains a warm, attentive, and supportive community. Students benefit from:
- small class sizes
- teachers who mentor as well as teach
- a multicultural peer environment
- inclusion support and differentiated instruction
- leadership, arts, sports, and service opportunities
Students grow academically, and as confident young adults.
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