Of the graduates of 2010 who applied to university, 100 per cent have earned offers of admissions to Canadian universities, most to the faculty of their choice. The overwhelming university destination trend this year is DalhousieUniversity as thirteen students, many of whom are our top students, will attend this local school in the fall. All of these students have received a scholarship from DalhousieUniversity. Our students have overwhelmingly enrolled in Bachelor of Science programmes, although Bachelors of Arts, Engineering and Commerce remain popular. The most competitive university this year was McGill, while the most competitive programs were Queen’s University’s Commerce and McMasterUniversity’s Nursing. All students who completed applications to these competitive schools and programs were offered admission.
More than 80 per cent of the graduating class of 2010 earned one or more scholarship. More than $737 000 of scholarship money has been offered to our graduates, including entrance awards, renewable & named scholarships, and a national scholarship. Priya Koilpillai earned one of the most prestigious scholarships in Canada, the Loran Award, while Rachel MacLean will attend one of the top ranked liberal arts colleges in the United States, WilliamsCollege.
For more information including a list of scholarships and the students click here.
For a list of Graduation Award Winners click here.
Middle School Awards 2010
Prep School Awards 2010
Middle School Honour Roll 2009-2010
Senior School Honour Roll 2009-2010
"After almost thirteen years, the Halifax Grammar School has become in many ways my family. As I prepare for university, it is clear that my rounded education will help me in my future endeavors. I have built lasting relationships with both my friends and teachers. Whether it be in the classroom, on the stage, or on the field we are there for one another, creating an unforgettable experience."
Priya Koilpillai
Head Girl 2009-10