Supporting Success On and Off the Ice
The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) empowers students to achieve their highest potential — excelling as athletes, learners, and leaders. Through Education Services, students gain the guidance, tools, and opportunities necessary to balance elite-level hockey with academic and personal achievement.
Opportunity at the OHL means being surrounded by the best coaches, teammates, and academic supports while developing the skills and connections that open doors for future success — both on and off the ice.
1. Rostered Students: Academic & School Support
OHL Education Minimum Standards
- High School Completion:
- Graduate by age 19 (2+ courses/semester or 6+ courses/year).
- Post-Secondary Pathways:
- Comple one of: university/college/trade course, high school upgrading, or 12+ hours of OHL-approved micro-credentials/certifications
- Advisor Engagement:
- Know, access, and maintain communication with your Academic Advisor.
Education Financial Assistance
- High School Students – Up to $3,000 CAD toward tuition, books, and fees.
- High School Graduates – Up to $3,000 CAD toward tuition & compulsory fees.
- Overage Students – Tuition & compulsory fees up to scholarship entitlement (expenses deducted from first-year scholarship).
Academic Support & Tutoring
- 1–2 Academic Advisors per team
- Tutoring tailored to the progressive needs of each student
- Flexible practice schedules & access to educational technology
Key Benefits to Students:
- Personalized guidance to select courses and post-secondary paths that match each student’s goals
- Regular monitoring and feedback to ensure success in both academics and athletics
- Seamless coordination between students, parents/guardians, and General Managers to manage schedules, courses, and compliance
- Access to top-tier resources, tutoring, and educational supports that foster growth and unlock opportunities for the future
OHL Graduation Rate
- 99% of OHL students graduate high school (Ontario average = 84.3%).
2. OHL Scholarships & Post-Secondary Pathways
OHL Scholarship Program – 2024–25 Highlights
- 329 graduates used their OHL Scholarship at post-secondary institutions.
- $42+ million contributed by OHL teams since 2010.
- 200+ alumni competed in U SPORTS men’s hockey; 30 accessed scholarships while playing professionally.
- Over $350,000 invested in current students taking post-secondary courses during 2024–25.
Where OHL Graduates are Studying (2024–25)
- Canadian Universities: 315 of 329 recipients
- Ontario: 173 (University of Guelph 21, Queen’s University 17, Toronto Metropolitan University 14)
- Eastern Canada: 55 (St. Francis Xavier University leads)
- Western Canada: 12
- Ontario Colleges: 13 (Conestoga College 3)
- American Universities: 14
Scholarship Benefits:
- Eligible to all OHL students
- Covers tuition for undergraduate degrees, diplomas, or approved career-advancement programs
- Applicable worldwide
- Provides the opportunity to learn in top post-secondary institutions and build networks that support future growth
Eligibility
- Must be a graduated OHL player
3 General Scholarship Rules:
- Activate your scholarship within 24 months of your OA-eligible year (18 months if under Pre-2025 Contract)
- Maintain full-time student status (minimum 3 courses per *term from September–April)
- Maintain full-time consecutive year enrollment in education
To Activate Your Scholarship:
- Register at your school and pay deposit upfront
- Complete Scholarship Processing Form at least two months before Fall semester
- Email: [email protected] – Subject line: ACTIVATE SCHOLARSHIP, Introduce yourself in body of email
Application of Scholarships at NCAA Institutions
To request verification of OHL scholarship eligibility at an NCAA institution, please review the REVISED OCT. 1, 2025 Application of OHL Scholarships – NCAA Institutions & OHL Alumni, and provide/arrange for the documentation outlined to be submitted to [email protected]
Scholarship Use
- Tuition and compulsory fees only
- Paid directly to the education provider
- Valid for:
- Undergraduate degree
- College Diploma or Certificate
- Trade school
- OHL-approved career-advancing program
How This Supports “Excellence Unlocked”
Every OHL student competes at the top junior hockey level globally while receiving guaranteed support to pursue post-secondary education. Scholarships and academic programs demonstrate the league’s commitment to developing well-rounded individuals — excelling athletically, academically, and personally.
Opportunity at the OHL is about being surrounded by the best teammates, advisors, and coaches, opening doors to post-secondary success, professional networks, and lifelong growth.
3. OHL Academic Awards
4. OHL Internship Opportunities
Internships extend the OHL experience beyond hockey and academics, surrounding students with top peers and mentors while opening doors for professional growth.
OHL League Office Internships
- We are not accepting applications at this time. Information regarding Winter 2026 opportunities will be available soon.
OHL Member Team Internships
Click here for a full list of opportunities
These programs provide students the chance to gain hands-on experience, develop leadership skills, and expand professional networks — surrounded by top peers and mentors, opening doors for career and personal growth beyond hockey.
Contact Us
Julie Kuiken
Director of Education Services, OHL
Phone: 416-299-8700 ext. 421
Email: [email protected]