Canadian OSSD Diploma

Your passport to the best universities in the world.

Earn an internationally recognized diploma and access global educational opportunities.

What is OSSD?

The OSSD Diploma (Ontario Secondary School Diploma) is a highly valued academic qualification worldwide. Awarded by the Ontario Ministry of Education, this diploma opens the doors to some of the most prestigious universities in the world, such as Harvard, Yale, MIT, and the University of Toronto. With our Dual Diploma program, you can combine local studies with the rigorous Canadian curriculum, allowing you to develop critical skills and be better prepared for the global university environment.

Key Benefits

Flexibility: Combine your local studies with the Canadian curriculum and personalize your learning.
International Recognition: Broaden your horizons with a diploma that is highly respected at elite universities around the world.
Comprehensive Development: Improve your linguistic, technological, and academic skills with a focus on bilingual and multicultural education.

OSSD Diploma Benefits

The dual diploma offers a number of significant benefits for both students and parents.

Access to internationally renowned universities

The OSSD Diploma is your gateway to globally renowned educational institutions, including universities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and more. With this diploma, you will have a competitive advantage in the admissions process.

Flexible and Adapted Curriculum

We offer over 200 courses that align with your interests and academic goals. Whether you are passionate about Art and Design, Psychology, or Data Science, we have a course for you.

Bilingual and Multicultural Education

Study in English or French, or both, and develop language skills that will prepare you for a globalized world.

Personalized Assistance and Support

From day one, you will receive comprehensive advice on selecting the right subjects, meeting diploma requirements, and preparing a strong university application.

Success Stories

Discover how Virtual School Canada's program has changed the lives of students around the world, enabling them to achieve their academic and personal goals.

Admission process

1. Initial Registration

Complete our online registration form and schedule a consultation with one of our educational advisors to define your personalized itinerary.

2. Selection of Subjects

Choose from a wide range of courses that complement your local curriculum and meet OSSD requirements.

3. Academic Progress

Progress at your own pace, with 24/7 access to all materials and ongoing support from certified teachers.

4. Obtaining the Diploma

Upon successful completion of the required subjects, you will receive the OSSD, opening the doors to top-tier universities globally.

Requirements to qualify for the OSSD, depending on the course (degree) already completed by the student at the time of accessing OVS

	Grade 9	Grade 10	Grade 11	Grade 12
Number of years successfully completed in a baccalaureate (secondary cycle) program	1	2	3	More than 3
Number of credits remaining to obtain the OSSD	22	14	7	4
Minimum number of required credits remaining in the subjects described to obtain the OSSD:
- English	3	2	1	1
- Mathematics	2	1	0	0
- Sciences	1	0	0	0
OLC40 Literacy Course	Required	Required	Required	Required
Volunteering(a)	40 hours	30 hours	20 hours	-

a) The Program Director will determine the number of volunteer hours that the student must complete for those who have successfully completed two or more years of high school. Volunteer or social service hours may be performed in the student's home country.

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