CATS Academy Boston is excited to announce that one of our students has been accepted to the University of Toronto, one of the top universities in the world.
Pursuing a potential major in Psychology/Neuroscience, Spanish student Laura’s acceptance to the University of Toronto is a reflection of her academic ambition.
The University of Toronto is ranked as Canada’s top university* and the 17th best university in the world**. Laura’s dedication to her studies was rewarded with an international scholarship and she will be joining Studies in Life Sciences at the Faculty of Arts & Science.
A prominent member of the CATS Academy Boston community, Laura joined the school in the 11th grade for the 2023-2024 academic year. Immediately upon her arrival, she began advocating for herself to enroll in rigorous courses, including an impressive number of Honors and Advanced Placement electives. Embracing her passion for the arts, she also took electives in Advanced Acting, Dance and Theater Acting too.
Laura’s desire to challenge herself academically is matched by her commitment to a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. She has made her mark on the school community through her role in Student Government and as a Student Life Ambassador, as well as being a member of the National Honor Society.
Read Laura’s impressive profile below.
Name: Laura
Nationality: Spanish
Program: High School Diploma
Destination: University of Toronto
Potential Major: Psychology/Neuroscience
AP Courses: AP Biology, AP Calculus, AP Literature & Composition, AP Chemistry
Honors Courses: Literature 3, Calculus, World History, Physics, US History
Extracurriculars: Laura is an active member of the CATS Boston Dance Team, National Honor Society, Student Government Association, and is a Student Life Ambassador. She has also taken part in both theater and musical theater productions.
Her college application was further enhanced by her interests outside of school, most notably her talents in classical ballet & flamenco dancing, rhythmic gymnastics, karate, a transverse flutist, swim team member and volleyball player.
Courtney Whalen, Director of College Counseling at CATS Boston, has worked closely with Laura throughout the college application process:
“From the moment Laura arrived at CATS Academy Boston, she emerged as a natural leader, positively influencing her peers and enriching our school’s environment. Her exceptional academic achievement is matched by her creativity and intellectual curiosity, making her a standout student in a highly competitive setting.
Laura consistently demonstrates a commitment to excellence, maintaining high academic performance while engaging actively in various extracurricular activities. I will never forget the first time I encountered Laura’s artistic talent first-hand when she hosted the play in fall 2023. It was in that exact moment that I knew Laura would make a lasting impact within our community. I look forward to seeing the impactful contributions she will make in the future.”
Learn more about completing your High School Diploma at CATS Academy Boston.
