Admission Requirements for International Students

Admission requirements are determined by your educational background and the program(s) you are applying to. Admission requirements vary greatly between colleges/universities and types of programs. Meeting minimum requirements only establishes eligibility for consideration. Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

General admission requirements for College Programs (conditions depend on the program)

Diploma (2 years)/ Advanced Diploma
(3 years) Programs

You must demonstrate English language proficiency

- IELTS Minimum score required: 6.0

- TOEFL Minimum score required: 80-86

- Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 105-115.

You must meet one of these two requirements:
1. the general admission requirement based on your country of study - Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate of person
  or
2. the general admission requirement based on your curriculum of study (International Baccalaureate (IB) or British patterned Education (GCE)) and
You must meet program-specific requirements based on program(s) of choice:

- Minimum Average: 65% -70% in Calculus & Vectors or

Advanced Functions, Chemistry, Computer or other

courses (depends on the program).

Bachelor's Degree Programs (3/4 years)

You must demonstrate English language proficiency

- IELTS Minimum score required: 6.5

- TOEFL Minimum score required: 86-88

- Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115-120.

You must meet one of these two requirements:
1. the general admission requirement based on your country of study - Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate of person
  or
2. the general admission requirement based on your curriculum of study (International Baccalaureate (IB) or British patterned Education (GCE)) and
You must meet program-specific requirements based on program(s) of choice:

- Minimum Average: 65% -70% in Calculus & Vectors or Advanced Functions, Chemistry, Computer or other courses (depends on the program).

General admission requirements for University Programs (conditions depend on the program)

Bachelor's Degree Programs (4 years)

You must demonstrate English language proficiency

- IELTS Minimum score required: 6.5

- TOEFL Minimum score required: 86-88

- Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115-120.

You must meet one of these two requirements:
1. the general admission requirement based on your country of study - Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalency certificate of person
  or
2. the general admission requirement based on your curriculum of study (International Baccalaureate (IB) or British patterned Education (GCE)) and
You must meet program-specific requirements based on program(s) of choice:

- Minimum Average: 75% -80% in Calculus & Vectors or Advanced Functions, Chemistry, Computer or other courses (depends on the program).

Supplemental requirements

Some programs require supplemental forms, such as auditions, personal statements, or portfolios.

Master's Degree Programs (2 years) (Course -Based)

You must demonstrate English language proficiency

- IELTS Minimum score required: 6.5-7.5

- TOEFL Minimum score required: 88-100

- Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 120-130.

A 75% - %78 overall standing or equivalent, in a relevant four-year honours bachelor's degree or equivalent is the minimum requirement for admission to a master's program for applicants educated outside of Canada.
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Supplementary information form (SIF)
The SIF contains questions specific to your program, typically about why you want to enrol and your experience in that field. Review the application documents web page for more information about this requirement.
Transcript(s)
References - Three references are required; at least two from academic sources.

Master's Degree Programs (2 years) (Thesis -Based)

In addition to the above requirements for admission, at the time of admission, each student must have a faculty supervisor who has endorsed the recommendation for admission.

Make sure you're eligible to apply

Admission requirements vary depending on your educational background and the program(s) you want to study.

It's also important to evaluate your skills in the necessary courses to ensure you're ready for challenges that lie ahead. By taking the time to enhance your knowledge in these, you'll establish a solid foundation for success in your field of study.

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