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A.5.1 High School Students


The general admission requirement to the University of Calgary is Alberta Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent, and the completion of five courses at the 30 level (or equivalent). For information on equivalent courses visit ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/requirements.

Students currently in grade 12 (or equivalent) will be considered for admission decisions using the A.5.1.3 Early Admission Process for Current High School Students and/or the A.5.1.2 Standard Admission Process for Current High School Students.

Students who have completed high school and who have fewer than 12 units at the post-secondary level will be considered for admission using the admission requirements outlined in section A.5.1.1 Undergraduate Admission Requirements.

High School Admission Average: will be calculated using the five courses required for admission by the selected faculty (see section A.5.1.1 Undergraduate Admission Requirements or visit ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/requirements). The University will determine the equivalent for applicants whose courses were completed outside of the Alberta secondary school system.

All grades, as reported by the reporting authority in the country, province or territory will be used, with or without a final examination.

Courses taken in Winter 2020 through Winter 2021 that were awarded a credit grade (or equivalent) will be used to meet the required courses for admission.

Admission is competitive and meeting the minimum requirement does not guarantee admission.

Students presenting an approved option as their fifth course must obtain a minimum 65 per cent average on the remaining four courses in addition to meeting the program specific competitive admission average.

Students must submit their application and supporting documents by the deadlines outlined in section A.3 Deadline Dates for Undergraduate Applications for Admission and Supporting Documents.

For more information on how to apply visit: ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/apply.

The University reserves the right to require additional assessments in cases where questions exist concerning documentation.

All applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency (refer to A.12 English Language Proficiency).


A.5.1.1 Undergraduate Admission Requirements
A.5.1.2 Standard Admission Process for Current High School Students
A.5.1.3 Early Admission Process for Current High School Students


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