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Full	U of T (Mississauga) Computer Science OUAC TMX ☆ Add to planRemove	Carleton Computer Science OUAC COD ☆ Add to planRemove	McMaster Business I OUAC MB ☆ Add to planRemove	York Commerce (BCom - Co-op available) OUAC YFB ☆ Add to planRemove
Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording	87–90%“High 80s”	80–85%“80-85% (regular and co-op)”	83–90%“Mid- to high-80s”	80–83%“Low 80s”
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below	ENG4UMCV4UMHF4U	MCV4UMHF4U	ENG4UMCV4UMHF4U	ENG4UMHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it	—	—	—	—
Prerequisitesas published	ENG4U MHF4U MCV4U Most programs recommend MDM4U	Advanced Functions (MHF4U) Calculus (MCV4U) 4 best 4U/M courses Alternative Offers Find more information about alternative offers +1 more on the program page	English 4U Advanced Functions 4U Calculus & Vectors 4U	Ontario Secondary School Diploma ENG4U MHF4U Four additional 4U or 4M courses Alternative Offers +4 more on the program page
More than marks?supplementary application	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	Yes OUAC Application Deadline: April 1, 2027 *Some programs may stay open beyond this deadline, depending on capacity. It is recommended to apply as soon as possible. An optional supplementary application form is available for applicants who feel that their admission average might be close to or below the quoted range. Usually closes before January 15	Marks only
Co-op	Available	Available	Available	Available
Degree	Bachelor of Arts, BA, Bachelor of Computer Science, BCS	—	Bachelor of Commerce, BCom, Bachelor of Commerce, BComm	—
First-year intakewhere published	500	—	800	600
What you study	Information SystemsSoftware Engineering	Artificial IntelligenceBusiness StudiesComputer GamesManagement	AccountingBusiness StudiesFinanceHuman Resource Management	AccountingBusiness StudiesFinanceHuman Resource Management
What it is	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 building software, designing systems, and solving problems with computers. Carleton's program lets you focus on specializations like artificial intelligence, games, or software engineering, and includes a co-op stream where you alternate between classroom and paid work terms. This suits students who want hands-on industry experience alongside their degree and are interested in both the technical and applied sides of computing.	A Bachelor of Commerce is a four-year business degree where you study accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, and management. McMaster's program includes a mandatory co-op work term, so you alternate between classroom learning and paid work experience at real companies. This program suits people who want broad business knowledge and practical work experience before entering the job market.	You study business fundamentals across accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, and information systems. The co-op option lets you alternate between classroom semesters and paid work terms at companies, giving you real experience alongside your degree. This suits students who learn better by doing and want to build a professional network before graduating.
The door tomajors you reach through it	computer science	computer science	accountingcommerce/businessfinancemarketing	accountingfinancemarketing
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average	4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 90%See them	16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them	5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them	29 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 75%See them
Source	University of Toronto — Mississauga on OUInfo	Carleton University on OUInfo	McMaster University on OUInfo	York University on OUInfo

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