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USCA Academy

977 Pantera Drive Unit 2, Mississauga, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 2W6

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At a glance

Grades: Gr. 1 – 12
Gender: Coed
Boarding: Yes
Board: Independent
Principal: dazhuan lu
Program type: Online/Site Based
Associations: No Association Membership

Tuition & admissions

Tuition: $12,800 – $14,800 /year
Application fee: Not specified
Enrolment fee: Tuition deposit required to secure seat
Financial aid: Yes
SSAT required: No
Acceptance rate: Not specified

Admissions process

Submit an inquiry form or email info@uscaacademy.com with the last two years of transcripts and a colour copy of photo ID. · Admissions reviews transcripts for Ontario curriculum alignment and credit transfer; some applicants have a short placement conversation to confirm English level and course selection. · Eligible applicants receive a conditional Letter of Acceptance and fee breakdown. · Pay a tuition deposit to secure a seat and receive the final Letter of Acceptance. · International students receive DLI documentation and study permit guidance; travel, accommodation, guardian paperwork for minors, and orientation are then arranged. · Complete domestic applications are typically reviewed within 5–7 business days. International applicants should begin at least 3–4 months before their intended intake. · Mid-year transfers are accepted.

Academics & learning

Curriculum: Traditional & International Baccalaureate
Student–teacher ratio: Small class sizes enabling one-on-one attention
Class size: Tuition
Accreditation: Inspected by the Ontario Ministry of Education to grant OSSD credits; BSID 881623.

Tuition & financial aid details

Individual high school credit course: CAD $600–$800 per course
Credit-course inclusions: Tuition includes textbooks and materials.
Payment option: Payments can be spread across the semester.
Additional costs: Budget separately for accommodation or homestay, course materials where applicable, and optional programs; request a full cost breakdown from admissions.

Bursaries & scholarships

Over $1.5M in scholarships earned by students
Schulich Leader Scholarship: $100,000-$120,000 for STEM undergraduate degrees through 20 partner universities
International Scholar awards available
Trent University $10,000 scholarship mentioned

Course descriptions

Elementary School Program

Full-day Grades 1–8 program following the Ontario Curriculum, with small classes and individual learning support.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma Program

Full-time Grades 9–12 program leading to the OSSD.

High School Credit Courses

Grades 9–12 courses for earning credits, improving marks, recovering failed courses, or fast-tracking graduation. Available through day, night, summer, and online study.

University Application Guidance

OUAC support from course planning and university program selection through final application submission.

English as a Second Language

ESL credit courses ESLAO, ESLBO, ESLCO, ESLDO, and ESLEO, with English-language support for international students.

Summer School

Intensive credit courses completed in 4–6 weeks.

View course information on the school website

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Learning programs

Specializations

OSSD completion and university preparation. · Credit upgrading, credit recovery, and accelerated graduation. · International student academic guidance and English-language support.

Languages

English · ESL support programs available for international students

Learning support

Individualized attention and opportunities for one-on-one teacher support. · Tutoring and academic support. · Free academic assessment before enrollment. · Individual transcript evaluation for credit transfer and course placement. · Tailored academic guidance and English-language programs for international students.

Student life

Arts

Credit-course offerings include AVI1O and AVI3M.

Facilities

Physical campus in Mississauga. · Official IELTS test centre.

Clubs & extracurricular activities

Student life and clubs (published examples): Current official pages list sports (basketball, badminton and soccer), arts, debate, Model UN, environmental club, cultural showcases, robotics and coding. Offerings vary by age/program and term.

Outdoor activities & education

Field trips and weekend excursions: Official international-school pages describe field trips and weekend excursions as part of student activities. No fixed destinations or annual itinerary were published on the reviewed current page.

University destinations

McMaster University: A student testimonial reports admission to the Health Sciences program after retaking SCH4U.
University of Toronto: A student testimonial reports attending after completing the OSSD at USCA Academy in 10 months.

About the school

USCA Academy is an international private school in Mississauga, Ontario, serving local and international students in Grades 1–12 and university preparation programs, with day, boarding, and online options.

Location & school highlights

Location

Mississauga
Ontario
a 10-minute walk from Square One with easy transit access.

What makes the school distinct

Small classes, typically 5–15 students.
Ontario Certified Teachers and individualized academic guidance.
Five credit-course start dates: September, November, February, April, and July.
Flexible day, night, summer, and online credit courses for upgrading, credit recovery, and accelerated graduation.
Official IELTS test centre.
Students have secured over $1.5 million in scholarships.