Biology at Acadia: Admission Average
Acadia University · Wolfville, NS
What average do you need for Biology at Acadia?
Biology at Acadia University typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It is the most competitive of the 9 Acadia programs we track.
Strong research, particularly in marine and ecology streams.
How competitive is it?
Of the 11 universities we track that offer it, none ask for a higher average and 4 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 85% up to 89% is inside it, and 81% up to 85% is a reach. Cut-offs move every year, so apply to a mix of schools.
Ontario applicants are assessed on their top six Grade 12 U/M courses, including the program's prerequisites. Work out yours with the Best 6 calculator.
Biology at other universities
- Simon Fraser University – high 80s
- McGill University – high 80s
- Mount Royal University – high 80s
- St. Francis Xavier University – high 80s
- Mount Allison University – high 80s
- University of Prince Edward Island – high 80s
- University of British Columbia – mid-to-high 80s (BC) / high 80s (OOP)
- University of Victoria – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Northern BC – mid-to-high 80s
- Bishop's University – mid-to-high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Biology
- Chemistry
- One additional U/M course
First-year courses
- Cell Biology
- Genetics
- Chemistry I & II
- Calculus
- Statistics
These are typical for Biology programs across Canada. About the Biology degree
After a Biology degree
Biology usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Research Scientist – $60,000 to $140,000
- Veterinarian – $80,000 to $165,000
- Geneticist / Genomics Scientist – $65,000 to $140,000
- Climate / Environmental Scientist – $60,000 to $140,000
- A biology undergraduate degree alone has limited direct employment - graduate school or professional programs (medicine, dentistry) are the most common paths.
- Research lab experience during undergrad is essential for competitive grad school and medical school applications.
- Marine biology at UBC and UVic benefits from direct Pacific Ocean access - world-class programs.
Applying to Acadia
Acadia University in Wolfville is one of Canada's most respected primarily undergraduate universities. Nestled in Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley wine country, Acadia is known for small class sizes, strong school spirit, and academic programs that emphasise close student-faculty relationships. The JDUC residence and campus community are notably strong.
Acadia University is in Wolfville, NS, was founded in 1838 and has about 3,800 students. Domestic tuition is about $11,000 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application March 1.
- Acadia is one of the most community-oriented universities in Canada - the small size creates genuine belonging.
- Wolfville and the Annapolis Valley are extraordinarily beautiful - wine country, orchards, and coastline.
- Small class sizes mean real relationships with professors from first year.
Other Acadia programs
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Business Administration – high 80s
- Chemistry – high 80s
- Psychology – high 80s
- Kinesiology – high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 70s
- Environmental & Sustainability Studies – high 80s
- Political Science – mid-to-high 80s
- Music – Audition-based