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Trent Business Administration – Accounting – Co-op

Trent University

The published admission average for Business Administration – Accounting – Co-op at Trent University is 80–85% for September 2027 entry, under OUAC code RDM.

You study accounting and general business skills, learning how to manage money, prepare financial statements, and understand how organizations operate. Unlike a straight accounting program, this co-op version requires you to complete paid work terms with real employers, so you earn experience and income alongside your courses. It suits people who want hands-on learning in a workplace, need to help pay for university, or want to test whether accounting feels right before committing fully.

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Admission average

80–85%

OUAC code

RDM

First-year spaces

50

Trent University publishes this as “80 to 85%”

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What’s the Trent Business Administration – Accounting – Co-op acceptance rate?

Trent University doesn't publish an acceptance rate for Business Administration – Accounting – Co-op, and no Ontario university publishes one for any program. What it publishes is the admission average: 80–85% for September 2027 entry. Trent acceptance rate, program by program

Admission requirements

Trent’s own wording

  • 1 English
  • 1 4U Math
  • See Ontario high school course codes.

What it costs

First-year tuition at Trent is $6,240.85 for an Ontario student in most programs in 2026–27. Accounting Economics ($9,387.06) and Software Engineering ($9,180) cost more. Trent tuition, program by program

Source: Trent University on Ontario Universities’ Info. Grade ranges change year to year and are not guarantees — confirm with the university before you apply.

What this leads to

The picture for accounting as of 2026-08-17, not a description of this particular program.

Most graduates start as accounting clerks or junior accountants processing transactions, month-end closes, and account reconciliations. Those who pursue a CPA can advance to accounting manager, controller, or financial analyst roles.

In its favour

  • Job openings exist across all industries and company sizes, and accounting skills transfer easily between sectors
  • Consistent long-term demand—businesses need accurate financial records whether the economy grows or shrinks
  • Strong salary progression: employers prioritize pay increases for people with specialized skills and certifications

Worth knowing

  • Entry-level positions increasingly require 2–3 years of co-op or internship experience—a degree alone won't get you hired
  • Permanent hiring has slowed while contract and temporary roles are rising, meaning less job security early on
  • Routine data entry, invoice processing, and reconciliation work is being automated; you'll need to build skills in analysis and strategy to progress past junior roles
  • Many employers prefer or require a CPA designation for advancement, meaning 4+ more years of study and exams after your degree if you want senior positions

How AI is changing this work

AI is automating the clerical work that usually fills entry-level accounting jobs: data entry, bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and expense categorization. However, 85% of firms that adopt this automation redeploy their staff to financial analysis and strategic guidance—work AI cannot do alone. The risk is real if you graduate with only basic technical skills, but demand is strong for accountants who can interpret data, explain business problems, and guide decisions. Starting a degree in 2027 means you'll graduate into a field where the routine work is gone and employers expect you to move beyond it quickly.

Where this came from (6 sources)
  1. 1. 2026 Canada Job Market: Finance and Accounting Hiring Trends and In-Demand Roles
  2. 2. 2026 Canada Accounting and Finance Hiring and Employment Trends | Robert Half
  3. 3. 2026 Accounting Salary Guide: Automation, Skills & Compensation | Randstad Canada
  4. 4. Best Accounting Jobs for 2026 | Randstad Canada
  5. 5. Accounting & Finance Permanent Salaries Canada 2026 | Morgan McKinley
  6. 6. 2026 Canada Finance and Accounting Salaries and Compensation Trends | Robert Half

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