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Thinking of applying?

  1. Thinking of Applying
  2. Applied, What's Next?
  3. Admitted, What's Next?

Once you've decided to apply to the University of Victoria, there are a few key steps to take. These include choosing a faculty, submitting an application fee, applying to housing if you wish to live on campus, and applying for student awards or financial aid.

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Steps to Applying:

  1. Choose Your Faculty and Entry Point
  2. Check Admission Requirements
  3. Check Documentation Requirements and Deadlines
  4. Apply for Admission
  1. Apply for On-Campus Housing (Student Residences)
  2. Apply for Student Awards, Scholarships, Bursaries & Financial Aid
  3. Apply for Authorization to Study in Canada (International Students)
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Admission
Cutoffs

Admission averages for UVic's various faculties change each year. The Office of the Registrar and Enrolment Services provides a list of current admission cutoffs for the Faculties of Humanities, Science and Social Sciences.

Highschool
prerequisites

We're here to help you plan ahead. If you are planning to apply to one of UVic's degree programs directly from highschool, consult our list of required highschool courses. It'll help you determine what courses you should take in your Grade 11 and 12 years.

IB & AP
 

At UVic, International Baccalaureate (IB) and College Board Advanced Placement (AP) students are rewarded for their hard work. We award transfer credit for a wide selection of IB and AP courses, and also offer a guaranteed scholarship to IB students who have completed the IB program with 36 points or higher. We've put together a handy list of IB and AP courses and corresponding UVic credit, as well as information about early admission, and frequently asked questions.

English Language
Requirement

At UVic, all students must complete 1.5 units of first-year English in order to satisfy the English Language Requirement. Some exemptions apply. We?ve outlined details about this requirement to help you determine how this applies to you.

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