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High School of Secondary School Grade 9

Ottawa, Canada
0.83 years
English
On campus
High School

Ottawa-Carleton District School Board campus

About the program

Students take Ontario secondary credit courses in Grade 9, With ESL credits where needed, Toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

What you will learn

Strengthen literacy
Numeracy and independent learning through Secondary School Grade 9. Develop communication
Problem-solving and collaboration skills appropriate to the school year.

Career outcomes

University
College or workplace pathways
Further study at Ontario universities and colleges

Curriculum

Credit courses at the level for the grade
Set by the school attended
Students take one ESL credit course per semester until placed out
And up to three ESL credits can replace compulsory English credits. Passing Grade 12 English is required to graduate. Sports
Clubs and arts activities are offered.

Entry requirements

Academic

Report cards for the past 2 years and current year
Passport or birth certificate
No minimum grade published
No English test needed to apply (online English assessment places students in ESL levels after acceptance)
Grade 9.

Accepted academic background

Official school report cards for the past 2 years and the current year (certified translation if not in English or French), Passport or birth certificate, Letter of recommendation, Student and parent agreements, Custodianship form and immunization record after initial acceptance, Students must live with a homestay family or custodian.

Documents you’ll need

School Report Cards or Transcripts
Student Passport or Identity Document
Parent or Guardian Documentation (if required).

How to apply

Check requirements and fees at Create an online account and apply
Paying the 400 CAD non-refundable application fee. Upload passport or birth certificate
Report cards for the past 2 years and current year (certified translation if needed)
Student and parent agreements
homestay form if used. Receive initial acceptance (about 3 days)
Then send immunization record
Custodianship form
Tuition and medical insurance fees. Receive the final acceptance letter and apply for a study permit (needed for study over 6 months) with proof of funds. Follow arrival and orientation instructions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$15,800 CAD
Application fee	$400 CAD
Deposit	$39,248 CAD

Program details

Campus	Ottawa
Faculty or school	Secondary Schools
Department	Secondary School Grade 9
Teaching language	English
Credit value	8,25
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	Scholarship or bursary availability is indicated for this institution. Award eligibility, Funding amounts and deadlines must be confirmed for the specific program and applicant.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2026
Applications closed
31 May 2026
Closed
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
16 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.83 years.