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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.

McMaster

Computer Science I

OUAC MC

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U of T (Mississauga)

Computer Science

OUAC TMX

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U of T (Scarborough)

Computer Science (regular and co-op)

OUAC TXC

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording90%A minimum of 90% is required for consideration. Admission is by selection.Admission by selection — the real bar may sit above this87–90%High 80s93–100%Mid-90s (regular); high 90s (co-op)
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UMCV4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4UENG4UMCV4UMHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
Prerequisitesas published
  • English 4U
  • Calculus & Vectors 4U
  • ENG4U
  • MHF4U
  • MCV4U
  • Most programs recommend MDM4U
  • ENG4U
  • MCV4U
  • MHF4U
More than marks?supplementary applicationYes
  • OUAC application deadline: January 15, 2027
  • To be considered for this program, a mandatory
  • supplementary application
Usually closes before January 15
Yes
  • A supplementary application is required.
  • Entry to the Computer Science admission category is gained directly from high school.
  • Transfer students who have completed any post-secondary studies (including studies at other divisions at the University of Toronto) are not eligible for admission to the Computer Science admission category at the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Usually closes before January 15
Marks only
Co-opAvailableAvailableAvailable
DegreeBachelor of Arts, BA, Bachelor of Computer Science, BCS
First-year intakewhere published500165
What you studyComputer ScienceInformation SystemsSoftware EngineeringArtificial IntelligenceComputer ScienceEntrepreneurshipInformation Systems
What it isComputer 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.A program in which you study how to design, build, and maintain software and computer systems. The BCS degree focuses more on the theory and mathematics behind computing, while the BA allows you to combine computer science with other subjects. Both paths prepare you for software development, systems design, or related technical roles, and include paid work terms through co-op so you gain real experience while studying.You study the theory and practice of computing, from writing software and building systems to artificial intelligence and how businesses use technology. The co-op stream requires you to alternate between semesters of coursework and paid work terms at tech companies, giving you real workplace experience alongside your degree. This suits students who want hands-on industry exposure while learning, or who prefer the traditional full-time study path.
The door tomajors you reach through itcomputer sciencecomputer sciencecomputer sciencesoftware engineering
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 90%See them4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 85%See them
SourceMcMaster University on OUInfoUniversity of Toronto — Mississauga on OUInfoUniversity of Toronto — Scarborough on OUInfo

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