3 programs, side by side
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.
Laurier (Waterloo) Business Administration (BBA) + Mathematics (BMath), University of WaterlooOUAC UWW | |||
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| Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in | |||
| 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 | 90–93%“Low 90s” | 90–97%“Low to mid- 90s” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4UMCV4U | ENG4UMCV4UMHF4U | ENG4UMCV4UMHF4USCH4USPH4U |
| Choose one ofany of these satisfies it | — | — | — |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Yes
| Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | Available | Available | Available |
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| First-year intakewhere published | — | — | — |
| What you study | Computer Science | Business StudiesMathematics | Aerospace EngineeringBiotechnologyElectronic & Electrical EngineeringGeneral or Integrated Engineering |
| 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. | You study business and mathematics together as one integrated degree, rather than as two separate majors. The program requires stronger math entry grades than a typical BBA and includes mandatory co-op work terms where you alternate between classroom and paid work in finance, analytics, or related roles. This suits students who want quantitative skills for careers in data analysis, financial modelling, or actuarial work alongside business fundamentals. | Engineering Science is a broad engineering program where you study math, physics, and engineering fundamentals before specializing in areas like aerospace, electrical, biotechnology, or general engineering. Unlike traditional engineering programs that lock you into one specialty from year one, this lets you explore multiple fields before choosing your focus. It suits students who are strong in math and science but unsure which engineering discipline fits them best, and who want optional paid work experience integrated into their degree. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | computer science | Applied to directly | Applied to directly |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 11 published, 1 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 90%See them |
| Source | McMaster University on OUInfo | Wilfrid Laurier University — Waterloo on OUInfo | University of Toronto — St. George on OUInfo |
Also compare with
Same subject area and a similar published range, at a campus you have not got in the table yet.
- Smith Engineering – Common First Year programs87–90%+
- Smith Engineering - Direct Entry Computer Engineering90–93%+
- Business Administration (Laurier) and Computer Science (Waterloo) Double Degree (Co-op Only)90–97%+
- Computer Science (Regular/Co-op)90–97%+
- Computing and Financial Management (Co-op Only)90–97%+
- Computer Engineering (Co-op Only)87–93%+
Ranges are what each university publishes, not guaranteed cutoffs, and limited-enrolment programs often admit above them. Confirm anything you are about to act on with the university; each column links to its source.