"But, what do I need to get in?"

This is a question we have all asked about university. If you're unfamiliar with university admissions, you've come to the right place! Today in Admissions 101, we'll explore the general requirements needed, how they vary by applicant type and program and everything else you need to know!

General requirements

Each university will have its own set of general requirements. This means you'll have to satisfy them all if you apply to multiple schools. As well, different programs will have different requirements. However, some prerequisites are relatively general.

For example, English (ENG4U) is a standard prerequisite for all programs, while Advanced Functions (MHF4U) is a common prerequisite for science and engineering programs but not social science programs. 

Some additional general requirements include the following:

• Satisfy English proficiency requirements. 
• Have a high school diploma (or are in the process of completing it).
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident (if not an international applicant).

Student specific requirements

No two students take the same journey. While you may share some courses with your peers, everyone is unique—just like their pathway to university. This is why we have different requirements for the various types of students. 

If you come directly from high school, you will have a different set of expectations than if you come from a college program. Similarly, international applicants have different requirements than mature applicants. Be sure to correctly identify your situation so you know what requirements you must complete. 

Program specific requirements

While we have far too many programs to give you the specific requirements for each, we have a handy chart in our viewbook that summarizes course requirements for our various programs. 

As you can see, English is a requirement for all programs, while science, math and physics courses are only present for some. If you're interested in more than one of our programs, be sure to take all the required courses. 

Applying to university can feel a little overwhelming at first. The best way to ease those nerves is to arm yourself with knowledge. Our Admissions 101 series is here for that very reason. If you have more questions about the application process, check out the series or connect with us!

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