Stanstead College is a co-ed CAIS (Canadian Accredited Independent School) Boarding School located in Stanstead, Quebec. Founded in 1872, the College has a student population of roughly 260 students from around the world, ranging from grade 7 to 12. According to the Boarding School Review, Stanstead College has ranked among the top 10 schools for diversity with approximately 40% of their study body being international students. Stanstead College offers small class sizes, advisor support systems, and a variety of educational resources for students to succeed in achieving their post-secondary goals.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must be international fee paying students to be eligible.
- There are no minimum academic requirements to apply for the scholarship.
- There is no scholarship application deadline; the scholarship offer ends when the intake has closed.
- Students must pay all required fees and have not withdrawn, deferred, or cancelled their enrollment by the institution’s applicable refund/withdrawal date.
- Deferrals from previous intakes are not eligible for the promotion.
- Once enrolled, the student’s tuition invoice will be discounted by C$2,000.
- Terms and Conditions may apply.
About
Stanstead College school is a CAIS (Canadian Association of Independent Schools) Boarding School. At Stanstead College, boys and girls in Grades 7 through 12 live and study on a picturesque campus surrounded by the hills of Quebec’s Eastern Townships and Northern Vermont. Founded in 1872, the College has a population of approximately 250 students from around the world and a highly involved faculty and staff.
In keeping with the school motto – Sanitas, Sapientia, Religio or Health, Wisdom, Integrity – Stanstead College builds its program around the pillars of academics, athletics and student life. Their vision rests on their ability over nearly a century and a half to reinforce traditional values while embracing innovation in a constantly changing world. Success is achieved by providing students with a secure, sustainable environment for learning, personal growth and leadership. A diverse and nurturing community promotes the values of health, wisdom and integrity.
The Stanstead College experience instills in its students a special combination of skills, knowledge and values that prepare them to achieve their own personal goals as well as contribute to their communities as responsible, global citizens.
Why Stanstead College
Campus: Perched on the banks of the Tomifobia River, the Stanstead College campus is located in the heart of the Town of Stanstead, population 3,000, and a five-minute walk from the US border.
Facilities: During free time, many students take advantage of the outdoor tennis courts and soccer fields, in addition to the outdoor basketball court that in the winter converts to an outdoor hockey rink.
Co-Curricular activities: Throughout the year, the school organizes activities, ranging from shopping trips and movies to three-on-three basketball tournaments and dances. There’s always something to do. Stanstead College offers a variety of clubs, whose members meet at least once a week, usually Thursday afternoons. It’s a chance to expand horizons, share new interests with friends and develop new skills.
Culture: Students can experience everything that comes with living and interacting in a diverse, supportive community. In addition to boarding with friends from around the world – Canada, the United States, Mexico, China, Japan, Germany, France, Russia, to name just a few.
Food: Stanstead College has a fully equipped dining hall offering a variety of healthy entrées, soups, salads and more during every meal, including vegetarian options. Family-style lunches with assigned seating are another way for students to meet and interact with their peers in a pleasant, courteous setting.