Record of Excellence
Awards and Scholarships
University Entrance Scholarships
Seek, Strive and Succed
University Placement
Principal's Scholarship
One scholarship of $2000 awarded annually to the top Pre-U graduate for the school year, with at least 85% average in the best six credits, and with at least 80% in Pre-U English.

Governor General's Medal
This is awarded each academic calendar year (from June to May) to the graduating student with the highest academic average in the best 6 Pre-U courses completed in that year. Student receives a medal from the Governor General of Canada.

Ontario Scholars
Graduating students who obtain an average of 80% in six Pre-U credits may be designated as Ontario Scholars. These students receive an Ontario Scholar Certificate and a letter of congratulations from the Ontario Ministry of Education.

Chan Kotecha Memorial Scholarships
In memory of Mr. Chan Kotecha, a long-serving teacher and Head of the Business Department, $500 is awarded annually to a graduating student entering year I of a business program at a recognized Canadian university upon the recommendation of Columbia International College’s Business Department. A certificate of merit is given with the award.

Sylvia Park Memorial Scholarships
In memory of Sylvia Park Mi-kyoung, a graduate of Columbia International College, whose courage and determination throughout her battle with leukemia were an inspiration to all. $500 is awarded annually in December and in May to a graduating student who is an Ontario Scholar and who demonstrated leadership through Student Council, Columbia Crew, Prefect System, or other co-curricular activities at Columbia. Recipient must be recommended by the LEAD Program Coordinator.

ScarfonHawkins LLP English Proficiency Award
$500 presented annually to the student selected by the English Department to be most improved in a senior English course.

Sodexho Scholarships
Three scholarships of $1000 each awarded annually, one each in December, May, and July, to each semester’s top Pre-U graduate in the business/ arts/ social science stream. Recipients will be selected by department heads and approved by the Principal.

Alumni Association Award
$500 presented annually in May to the student who has made a significant contribution to co-curricular activities. The alumni association president, Principal or Vice-Principal, and the LEAD Program Coordinator will select the recipient.

Student Council Award
Awarded annually to a student who has made a significant contribution to school life. The Student Council Advisors select the recipient. 

Head Prefect Awards
Residence and School Head Prefects receive this annual certificate of appreciation.

Columbia Leadership Awards
Awarded annually to students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership skills. Recipients are recommended by staff and selected by a panel consisting of the Principal or Vice-Principal, and the LEAD Program Coordinator.

Columbia Millennium Scholarships
A minimum of 5 scholarships of $500 each will be awarded, to students who have contributed significantly to the school. Student Council Advisors, the Athletic Director, the LEAD Program Coordinator and the Residence Hall Masters will make recommendations. A panel consisting of the Principal, Vice-Principal, and the Liaison Director will select the recipients.
Robert Schwab Chartered Accountant Award
Three awards of $375.00 awarded annually, one each in December, May, and July, to each semester's top OAC graduate in the Business.
W.R. McCallum Insurance Limited Residence Community Awards
Two $500 awards presented annually, one each to a male and a female graduating student chosen by the Residence Management as having made significant contributions to the Columbia Residence community.