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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 | 83–90%“Mid to high 80s” | 65%“65%+” | 78% | 80–83%“Low 80s” |
| Required coursesforced into your top 6 | ENG4UMCV4USBI4USCH4USPH4U | ENG4UMHF4U | MCV4UMHF4U | ENG4UMCV4UMDM4UMHF4USBI4USCH4USES4USPH4U |
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| More than marks?supplementary application | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only | Marks only |
| Co-op | Available | Available | Available | Available |
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| First-year intakewhere published | — | — | — | 250 |
| What you study | AstronomyChemistryGeologyMaterials Science | Computer Science | Computer ScienceEconomicsMathematicsPhysics | AstronomyChemistryGeologyMaterials Science |
| What it is | This program combines foundational study in mathematics with hands-on work in chemistry, physics, astronomy, geology, and related fields. You'll take core courses in pure and applied mathematics alongside lab work and theory in the physical sciences, giving you breadth rather than specialization in a single discipline. It suits students drawn to quantitative problem-solving across multiple scientific areas who want flexibility to explore before committing to a specific path. | You study the mathematical and programming foundations of artificial intelligence and data analysis, including how to build systems that learn from large datasets and make predictions. This program goes deeper into AI and statistics than a general computer science degree. It suits people who want to work with machine learning, data analysis, or AI systems and are comfortable with both math and coding. | An Honours Mathematics degree means you study pure and applied mathematics at depth over four years, with required courses in calculus, algebra, analysis, and proof-based theory. Unlike a general math program, this honours stream demands rigorous mathematical reasoning and includes optional specializations through electives in computer science, physics, statistics, or economics. It suits students who enjoy abstract problem-solving and want a foundation for graduate studies or technical careers. | Physical Sciences is a broad first-year program where you study foundational chemistry, physics, mathematics, and biology before choosing a specialization in second year. The co-op option means you alternate between study and paid work terms at companies or research labs, giving you real experience in your field. This program suits students who are strong in math and science but not yet certain which specific physical science direction — from astronomy to polymer chemistry — they want to pursue. |
| The door tomajors you reach through it | chemistryearth sciencemathematicsphysicsstatistics | statistics | mathematicsstatistics | chemistryearth sciencephysics |
| Entrance awardsat this campus, by average | 5 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 90%See them | 7 published, 7 with no applicationfrom 80%See them | 16 published, 9 with no applicationfrom 75%See them | 4 published, 3 with no applicationfrom 80%See them |
| Source | University of Toronto — St. George on OUInfo | Algoma University on OUInfo | Carleton University on OUInfo | University of Waterloo on OUInfo |
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- Physical and Chemical Sciences Pathway80–87%+
- Physical & Environmental Sciences - Health Sciences Stream (regular and co-op)73–80%+
- Physical & Environmental Sciences (regular and co-op)73–80%+
- Concurrent Education with Science – Junior/Intermediate75%+
- Mathematics – Non-Honours (3 years)78%+
- Chemical and Physical Sciences73–80%+
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.