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Explore research findings on cross-curricular STEM content in Ontario's Grade 12 university-level mathematics curriculum through this 11-minute conference presentation. Examine how university STEM students perceive their high school preparation in Advanced Functions (MHF4U), Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U), and Data Management (MDM4U) courses. Learn about a comprehensive study involving 364 Ontario STEM university students that analyzed their past experiences with cross-curricular elements and assessed how effectively these Grade 12 mathematics courses prepared them for university-level STEM programs. Discover key insights from both quantitative ratings and qualitative responses that reveal strengths and developmental needs in the current curriculum structure. Gain understanding of the alignment challenges between high school mathematics education and university STEM program demands, with implications for curriculum development and educational policy in Ontario's mathematics education system.