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Private High School for Scarborough Students: Grades 9–12, Live Online or On Campus

USCA Academy is a Ministry-inspected Ontario private high school. Scarborough students earn OSSD credits in live, teacher-led online classes from home, or drive about 35 minutes along Highway 401 to our Mississauga campus. Tuition is $9,000 a year.

Grades 9–12 · $9,000/yrOSSD creditsNext start: November 2026

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MinistryInspected & accredited, Ontario Ministry of Education

StrongUniversity acceptance rate

5–15Students per class

5Start dates every year

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Is There a USCA Academy High School in Scarborough?

No. USCA Academy's campus is in Mississauga at 977 Pantera Drive, 38–52 km from Scarborough, or about 32–44 minutes by car outside rush hour. Many Scarborough students take the same Ontario-curriculum classes live online instead, while others drive in via Highway 401 west to Dixie Road. Both lead to OSSD credits.

Option 1

Live online from Scarborough

The same teacher-led classes, from home. No commute.

Grades: 9–12 (OSSD)
Travel: None
Credential: OSSD credits on the Ontario Student Transcript
Start dates: Sept · Nov · Feb · Apr · July

Option 2

On campus in Mississauga

Daily in-person classes, teachers and classmates.

Grades: 9–12 (OSSD)
Travel from Scarborough: 38–52 km · ~32–44 min
Credential: OSSD credits on the Ontario Student Transcript
Start dates: Sept · Nov · Feb · Apr · July

Big-City High Schools, Small Chance to Be Seen

Toronto public high schools serve large student populations. In classes of 30 or more, a student who needs help in a university prerequisite can go unnoticed until the marks are already on the transcript.

Grade 9–10A student is losing confidence after the move to high school and needs closer attention.

Grade 11–12A student needs a stronger mark in MHF4U, MCV4U, SCH4U or ENG4U before applying to university.

Changing schoolsA family wants to move from a TDSB or TCDSB high school without losing a semester.

Why Scarborough Families Choose USCA Academy

An Ontario Ministry-inspected high school with small classes and tuition well below the $15,000–$30,000 many GTA private schools charge.

Every Student Known by Name

With 5–15 students per class, teachers see who's falling behind the same week and step in.

A Clear Path to University

Prerequisite planning and OUAC guidance. Graduates at UofT, Waterloo, McMaster and Western, with scholarships up to $100,000.

$9,000 a Year

Textbooks, extracurriculars and university guidance included, with payment plans at roughly $900 a month.

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Five Ways In Each Year

Start in Sept, Nov, Feb, Apr or July: switch mid-year, fast-track, or re-take a course to raise a mark.

Location

How Far Is USCA Academy from Scarborough?

USCA Academy is 38–52 km from Scarborough's main neighbourhoods, about 32–44 minutes by car outside rush hour. Scarborough is on the far side of Toronto from our campus, so many Scarborough students study online. Families who drive take Highway 401 west the whole way, exit at Dixie Road, then Matheson Boulevard to Pantera Drive.

From	Distance	Est. drive*	Main route
Agincourt	38.0 km	~32 min	Hwy 401 W → Dixie Rd
Scarborough Centre	39.3 km	~33 min	Hwy 401 W → Dixie Rd
Malvern	44.5 km	~37 min	Neilson Rd → Hwy 401 W → Dixie Rd
Kennedy Station area	42.9 km	~38 min	Kennedy Rd → Hwy 401 W → Dixie Rd
West Rouge	51.6 km	~42 min	Port Union Rd → Hwy 401 W → Dixie Rd
Guildwood	49.7 km	~44 min	Morningside Ave → Hwy 401 W → Dixie Rd

*Outside rush hour, routed from each neighbourhood to the campus. Allow extra time at rush hour. All routes are toll-free, but Highway 401 through Toronto is slow at rush hour, so allow extra time.

Most popular with Scarborough families

Our online school teaches the same live Ontario-curriculum classes. Take one course or a full timetable from home in Scarborough.

International students

We work with trusted homestay families and local residences. See our international school page for study permit and ESL support.

Parents & Students Choose USCA Because Results Matter

StrongUniversity acceptance rate

$100KTop scholarship, University of Toronto

$10–20KScholarships from Waterloo and others

High School Programs for Scarborough Students

Program	Grades	Format	What it's for
Full-time OSSD program	9–12	Campus or online	Earning the full Ontario Secondary School Diploma
Individual credit courses	9–12	Campus or online	Taking a course ahead, upgrading a mark, or recovering a credit
University preparation	11–12	Campus or online	Grade 12 U-level prerequisites plus OUAC guidance
OLC4O Literacy Course	11–12	Campus or online	Meeting the OSSD literacy requirement
Night & summer school, credit recovery	9–12	Part-time	Catching up or getting ahead outside the regular day
ESL, IELTS & TOEFL	All	Ask admissions	English support for newcomer and international students

Popular Grade 12 courses: MHF4U · MCV4U · ENG4U · SCH4U · SBI4U · SPH4U → See all credit courses. Younger children? See our Grades 1–8 program.

Private High School Tuition for Scarborough Families

USCA Academy high school tuition is $9,000 per year for Grades 9–12. Payment plans are available: $9,000 works out to roughly $900 a month over a ten-month school year. Grades 1–8 tuition is $7,000 per year.

USCA Academy vs. Other High School Options in Scarborough

	USCA (campus)	USCA (online)	TDSB / TCDSB public	Other GTA private
Tuition	$9,000 / yr	Ask admissions	No tuition for residents	$15,000–$30,000
Diploma	OSSD	OSSD	OSSD	OSSD, IB or AP
Class size	5–15	Small, teacher-led	30+	Varies
Location	Mississauga, ~32–44 min	Home	Local	Varies
Start dates	5 per year	5 per year	Sept / Feb	Usually Sept

Bottom line: Toronto public or Catholic schools are free and local. USCA suits Scarborough families who want small classes, focused university preparation and flexible start dates without paying $15,000 or more, and who are happy to study online or make the drive to Mississauga.

How to Enrol from Scarborough in 5 Steps

Send an inquiry

Use the form or call +1 (905) 232-0411.

Share your transcript

A TDSB / TCDSB Ontario Student Transcript shows which credits carry over.

Meet admissions

On campus or by video call.

Get your plan

A course plan and Letter of Acceptance.

Confirm & start

Pay the deposit and join orientation at the next start date.

USCA Academy campus building, Mississauga

About USCA Academy

An Ontario private school inspected and accredited by the Ministry of Education. Its high school students earn the same OSSD awarded by Toronto public or Catholic schools, taught by highly qualified, caring teachers in classes of 5–15.

Address: Unit 2, 977 Pantera Drive, Mississauga, ON L4W 2W6
Phone: +1 (905) 232-0411 · Email: info@uscaacademy.com
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does USCA Academy have a campus in Scarborough?

No. The campus is in Mississauga at 977 Pantera Drive, 38–52 km from Scarborough's main neighbourhoods, about 32–44 minutes by car outside rush hour. Students can also take the same classes live online from home.

How far is USCA Academy from Agincourt?

From Agincourt it's about 38 km, roughly 32 minutes by car outside rush hour, via Hwy 401 W, Dixie Rd.

Can a Scarborough student do all of high school online at USCA?

Yes. USCA teaches Grades 9–12 live online on the Ontario curriculum, so a Scarborough student can take one course or a full OSSD timetable from home.

How much does private high school cost at USCA Academy?

Tuition is $9,000 per year for Grades 9–12, with textbooks, extracurriculars and university guidance included. Payment plans work out to roughly $900 a month over ten months.

What grades does USCA Academy teach?

The high school program covers Grades 9–12 and leads to the OSSD. USCA also teaches Grades 1–8, with tuition of $7,000 per year.

Is USCA Academy recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Education?

Yes. USCA Academy is inspected and accredited by the Ministry, and its high school credits count toward the Ontario Secondary School Diploma, the same diploma issued by Toronto public or Catholic schools.

Can my child switch from a Toronto public or Catholic school mid-year?

Yes. USCA has five start dates a year (September, November, February, April and July). We review report cards or the Ontario Student Transcript so earned credits carry over.

Can a Grade 12 student take one or two courses to raise marks?

Yes. Students can enrol in individual credit courses, such as MHF4U or ENG4U, on campus or online, to upgrade a mark or complete a university prerequisite.

How big are the classes?

Classes typically have 5 to 15 students.

Where do USCA graduates go to university?

USCA reports a strong university acceptance record, with graduates at UofT, Waterloo, McMaster, Queen's, Western and York, some with scholarships of up to $100,000.

Does USCA accept international students living in Scarborough?

Yes. USCA provides the Letter of Acceptance for a study permit application, ESL, IELTS and TOEFL preparation, and works with trusted homestay families and local residences.

How do I get started?

Fill in the form or call +1 (905) 232-0411 to book a free campus or online tour. Bring a recent report card or transcript, and we'll give you a course plan.

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