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Rows marked with a dot are where these differ. Everything is each university’s own published wording; the “your average” row is yours, calculated the way each program does it.
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| Published rangetheir exact wording | 90%“A minimum of 90% is required for consideration. Admission is by selection.”Admission by selection — the real bar may sit above this | Not published“N/A” | 83–87%“Mid 80s” | 83–90%“Mid to high 80s” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4UMCV4U | ENG4U | ENG4UMCV4USBI4USCH4U | ENG4UMCV4USBI4USCH4U |
| Choose one ofany of these satisfies it | — | — | — | — |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Yes
| Marks only | Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | Available | No | Available | Available |
| Degree | — | — | — | — |
| First-year intakewhere published | — | 200 | — | 1,000 |
| What you study | Computer Science | AgricultureAnthropologyArchaeologyAstronomy | ChemistryHuman BiologyPharmacology, Toxicology & Pharmacy | Biological SciencesChemistryHealth InformaticsHuman Biology |
| What it is | Computer Science I is an introductory computer science program where you learn programming, algorithms, and core computational concepts. It differs from some other programs because it includes a mandatory co-op component, giving you paid work experience in tech roles alongside your studies. This program suits students who want hands-on industry experience early and are curious about whether computer science matches their strengths before committing to upper-year specializations. | This program combines science courses with business studies, so you study both scientific subjects like chemistry, biology, or computer science alongside accounting, management, and economics. Unlike a straight science degree, you gain practical knowledge of how science-based industries operate and how to manage projects or companies. It suits students who want a science career but also care about the business side — whether that's starting a science company, managing research teams, or working in science-related industries. | You study the chemistry of living things — how molecules work in cells and bodies, and how drugs and toxins affect them. This program combines chemistry and biology more deeply than a general life sciences program, with added focus on how substances interact with organisms. It suits students curious about medicine, pharmacy, drug development, or toxicology who want a stronger chemical foundation than biology alone provides. | Medical Sciences is a four-year undergraduate program where you study human biology, chemistry, and related sciences to prepare for health professions or medical research. Unlike a general science degree, it focuses specifically on the foundational knowledge needed for medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, or graduate health programs. The program includes optional co-op work terms, letting you gain hands-on experience in labs, hospitals, or health settings alongside your coursework. It suits students drawn to understanding how the human body works and considering careers in health care or biomedical fields. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | computer science | Applied to directly | biochemistrylife sciencesmedical sciencesmicrobiologyneuroscience | biochemistrymedical sciencesmicrobiologyneuroscience |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | None published by average | None published by average | 6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 85%See them |
| Source | McMaster University on OUInfo | Trent University — Durham GTA on OUInfo | Queen's University on OUInfo | Western University on OUInfo |
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