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| Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in | |||
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| Published rangetheir exact wording | 80–83%“Low 80s” | 83–90%“Mid- to high 80s” | 83–90%“Mid- to high-80s” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row below | ENG4UMCV4UMHF4U | ENG4UMCV4UMHF4U | ENG4UMCV4UMHF4U |
| Choose one ofany of these satisfies it | — | — | — |
| Prerequisitesas published |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Yes
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| Co-op | Available | Available | Available |
| Degree | — | — | Bachelor of Commerce, BCom, Bachelor of Commerce, BComm |
| First-year intakewhere published | 250 | 60 | 800 |
| What you study | Information SystemsMathematicsStatistics | Business StudiesEconomicsFinanceHuman Resource Management | AccountingBusiness StudiesFinanceHuman Resource Management |
| What it is | You study the mathematics and computer science behind solving real-world problems with data and algorithms. This program combines pure mathematics, statistics, and information systems rather than focusing on just coding or theoretical math alone. A mandatory co-op component means you'll work in industry during your degree, giving you practical experience alongside classroom learning. It suits people who enjoy both math and problem-solving and want to see how their skills apply in actual jobs. | You study business fundamentals — how organizations work, manage money, make decisions — with a focus on global markets and cross-border trade. The co-op requirement means you alternate between classroom semesters and paid work terms at real companies, giving you practical experience alongside theory. This suits people who want hands-on learning and international exposure while building a professional network before graduation. | 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. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | mathematicsstatistics | Applied to directly | accountingcommerce/businessfinancemarketing |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 90%See them | 4 published, 4 with no applicationfrom 85%See them | 5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 75%See them |
| Source | University of Toronto — Mississauga on OUInfo | University of Toronto — Scarborough on OUInfo | McMaster University on OUInfo |
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