Algoma University

When do I apply?
What are the admission requirements?
How do I know if I have been accepted?
Who do I contact if I have a question about applying or my application status?

Application Procedures:

Canadian Students - full-time, fall start
American Students
International Students
IB Students
AP Students
Mature Students
Part-time Students
Transfer Students
Applying for January or May start
Visiting Students from other universities

When Do I Apply?
 

Algoma U has three intakes:
1. September (fall)
2. January (winter)
3. May (spring)

Algoma U has rolling admission, therefore, applications will be accepted on a continuous basis for September, January, and May admission.

How Do I Apply?
 

Full-time Canadian Students
It is recommended that Canadian students apply at least 2 months prior to their intended start date. It is recommended that International students apply at least 4-5 months prior to their intended start date in order to have sufficient time to secure a study permit.

Application Procedures for Canadian Students

Application Procedures for Full-Time September Admission
To enroll full-time in Algoma U for September admission, you must apply via the Ontario Universities' Application Centre (OUAC). You can either apply on-line at www.ouac.on.ca or request a paper application from OUAC by calling (519) 823-1940.

Use application 101 if you are currently enrolled in an Ontario high school, otherwise, use application 105.

All official transcripts (high school, university, and college) must be sent directly to:

Admissions - Algoma University

1520 Queen Street East

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada

P6A 2G4

Application Procedures for January, May, and Part-Time Admission
All January, May, and part-time applicants must apply directly to Algoma U. You can request a paper application by emailing info@algomau.ca or phone (705) 949-2301 ext. 4217. You can also apply on-line.

1) Complete the Algoma U application
2) Send official transcripts (high school, college, and university if applicable)
3) Send non-refundable $50 (CDN funds) application fee payable to Algoma U

Please Send Documents to:

Admissions - Algoma University

1520 Queen Street East

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada

P6A 2G4

International Baccalaureate Admission Guidelines
-The IB Diploma with a minimum of 28 points is accepted for admission
-Candidates with 30 points or higher in the IB Diploma qualify for scholarship consideration
-Upon attainment of 28 points in the IB diploma, a minimum grade of 5 in Higher Level courses is required for consideration of credit transfer
-Transfer credit may be given to a maximum of 30 credits, which is equivalent to ten 3-credit courses or year one

To inquiry about transfer credit eligibility, please contact admissions@algomau.ca

IB Students follow all other regular application procedures.

Advanced Placement Admission Guidelines
Applicants who have completed AP exams with a minimum final grade of 4 will be eligible to receive university credits for up to a maximum of 12 credits (or two full courses).

To inquiry about AP eligibility, please contact admissions@algomau.ca

Mature Student Application Procedures for Canadian Students
The university will consider for admission mature students whose previous school performance or recent work record suggests a strong possibility for academic success.

Letter of Permission Application Procedures
If you are currently enrolled in a university other than Algoma U but would like to take a course(s)at Algoma U for recognition towards your "home" university degree, you will require a LETTER OF PERMISSION from your "home" university's Registrar's Office.

1) Complete the Algoma U application
2) Send official transcripts (high school, college, and university if applicable)
3) Send non-refundable $50 (CDN funds) application fee payable to Algoma U

4)Submit your LETTER OF PERMISSION (LOP) with application or show it in person when registering for your Algoma U courses. Please note, you will not be allowed to register without your LOP.

Please Send Documents to:

Admissions - Algoma University

1520 Queen Street East

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada

P6A 2G4

 

Application Procedures for International Students
 

International students must apply directly to Algoma U. You can request a paper application by emailing info@algomau.ca or phone (705) 949-2301 ext. 4217.

Checklist for Application:

1) Complete the Algoma U application
2) Send all official transcripts(secondary and post-secondary school, if applicable)
3) Send a non-refundable $50.00 (Canadian Funds) application fee payable to Algoma U

4) Send proof of English language requirements (if applicable)

Proof of English Language Proficiency
TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) (213 computer based) (79-80 Internet-based)
IELTS 6.0
MELAB 90%
CanTEST 4.50
CAEL 60
OR Successful completion of Algoma U's ESL program called SPELL (Sault Program for English Language Learning) with a 70% or higher.

Please Send Documents to:

International Admissions

Algoma University

1520 Queen Street East

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada

P6A 2G4

For additional international information click here.

American Student Application Procedures
Applicants who have completed grade 12 at a secondary school in the United States will be considered for admission. The grade 12 program must include five academic courses, including English. Applicants must provide SAT or ACT scores for consideration. A minimum B average in a recognized academic grade 12 program is required along with a SAT score of 1, 100 or an ACT score of 21.

You can request a paper application by emailing info@algomau.ca or phone (705) 949-2301 ext. 4217. You can also apply on-line.

1) Complete the Algoma U application
2) Send $50.00 CAD application fee
3) Send all official transcripts(secondary and post-secondary school, if applicable)
4) Send SAT or ACT score

Note: Admission is based solely on academic background; therefore, no essays or letters of reference are required.

Please Send Documents to:

International Admissions

Algoma University

1520 Queen Street East
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
P6A 2G4
 

When will I know if I am accepted into Algoma U?
 

The admissions office will assess your application once we receive all necessary documents including:

1)Completed application
2)All official transcripts (scanned, faxed, and photocopied documents are not acceptable for admission)
3)Non-refundable application fee (for non-OUAC applicants)
4)Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)

If you have not submitted all documents or did not pay the application fee, your application will not be processed. Please see detailed application procedures listed below for further information.

What are the admission requirements?

 Students will be assessed on an individualized basis. All programs require a minimum GPA of 2.0, Letter grade of "C", or "65%" average. Please see the charts below for further details.

Admission Requirements

For Students from Outside Ontario

Canadian Requirements

Alberta: Five grade 12 courses numbered 30 or 31

British Columbia and the Yukon: Four academic courses numbered 12 including English 12

Manitoba: Five academic grade 12 courses at the 40 level

New Brunswick: Five academic grade 12 courses numbered 121 or 122 (courses numbered 120 may be considered)

Newfoundland: Six two-credit academic courses at level 3

Nova Scotia: Five grade 12 courses at the 541 level (441 level courses may be considered)

Nunavut/Northwest Territories: Five grade 12 courses numbered 30 or 31

Prince Edward Island: Five grade 12 courses numbered 611 or 621

Quebec: First year CEGEP with satisfactory standing

Saskatchewan: Seven academic courses in grade 12

Yukon: Four grade 12 examinable courses (courses with % grades not letter grades)

U.S. Students

Five academic courses in grade 12, including English SAT 1000 or ACT 21

International Requirements

International applications are individually assessed on country-specific criteria.

In general, we are looking for 5-6 traditional academic courses in the final year of senior secondary including mathematics.

Minimum average of 65% (though 70% is preferred and more likely to gain admission).

Proof of language proficiency for non-native English speakers.

Language Requirements for International Students

Proof of English language proficiency is required to attend Algoma U.

One of the following minimal requirements must be met in order to be eligible for undergraduate admission:

TOEFL score of 550 (213 computer based or 79-80 Internet-based)

IELTS 6.0

MELAB 90%

CanTEST 4.50

CAEL 60

Successful completion of SPELL, Sault Program for English Language Learning, with a 70% or higher.

Admission Requirements For Ontario Students
Program Areas	Degrees/Certificates	Current Curriculum (6 grade 12 U or M courses including)
Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe Language)	Bachelor of Arts 3-yr, Certificate in Interdisciplinary Indigenous Learning	ENG4U, minimum 65%
Biology	Bachelor of Science 3-yr	2 U or M Sci, 1 U MATH, minimum 65%
Business Administration, Specializations in Accounting, Public Policy and Administration, Economics, E-Business Solutions, Human Resources, Marketing, Co-op option available	Bachelor of Business Administration 4-yr, (Honours) Certificate in Business	ENG4U, MHF4U, one other U MATH, minimum of 70%
Community Economic and Social Development (CESD), Co-op option available	Bachelor of Arts 4-yr (Honours), Certificate in Community Economic and Social Development	ENG4U, minimum 65%
Computer Science, Co-op option available	Bachelor of Science 4-yr (Honours), Bachelor of Science 3-yr, Bachelor of Computer Science 4-yr (Honours), Bachelor of Arts 3-yr, Certificate in Computing	B.Sc-MHF4U, 2 U or M SCI (PHY + CHEM recommended), B.A.-ENG4U, MHF4U, one other U MATH, B.CS.-ENG4U, MHF4U, one other U MATH, minimum 65%
Economics	Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, MHF4U, one other U MATH recommended, minimum 65%
English	Bachelor of Arts 4-yr (Honours), Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, minimum 65%
Finance and Economics, Co-op option available	Bachelor of Arts 4-yr (Honours)	ENG4U, MHF4U, one other U MATH, minimum 65%
Fine Arts	Bachelor of Fine Arts Arts 4-yr (Honours), Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, minimum 70%
Geography	Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, minimum 65%
History	Bachelor of Arts 3-yr Bachelor of Arts 4-yr (Honours)	ENG4U, minimum 65%
Information Technology, Co-op option available	Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, MHF4U, and one other U MATH, minimum 65% Law and Justice Bachelor of Arts 3-yr, Certificate in Law and Justice ENG4U, minimum 65%
Liberal Science, specializations available in Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics	Bachelor of Science (Liberal) 3-yr	ENG4U, each program may require specific MATH and SCI prerequisites, minimum 65%
Mathematics	Bachelor of Science 3-yr, Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	B.Sc.-2 U or M SCI, MHF4U, B.A. - ENG4U, 2 U MATH, minimum 65%
Modern Languages, specializations available in French and Anishinaabemowin	Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, minimum 65%
Music	Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, minimum of 65%
Philosophy (available on a part time basis)	Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, minimum of 65%
Political Science	Bachelor of Arts 4-yr (Combined Specialization)  Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, minimum of 65%
Psychology, Co-op option available	Bachelor of Arts 4-yr (Honours), Bachelor of Arts 3-yr, Bachelor of Science 4-yr (Honours)	B.A. - ENG4U, B.Sc. - MHF4U, 2 U or M SCI, ENG4U, minimum 65%
Science, specializations available in Chemistry, Physics	Bachelor of Science 1st year *Transfer to Laurentian University for 2-3 years	2 U or M SCI, 1 U MATH (MHF4U recommended), minimum 65%
Social Welfare/Social Work	Bachelor of Social Work (Honours) (first two years available), Certificate in Social Welfare	ENG4U, minimum 65%
Sociology	Bachelor of Arts 4-yr  Bachelor of Arts 3-yr	ENG4U, minimum 65%

For more information, please contact:

Prospective Student Advisor
1-888-ALGOMAU or 1-705-949-2301, ext 4217
or
Shelley Mitchell, Admissions Coordinator
1-705-949-2301, ext 4220