Political Science at Bishop's: Admission Average
Bishop's University · Lennoxville, QC
What average do you need for Political Science at Bishop's?
Political Science at Bishop's University typically admits students with averages in the mid 80s, roughly 82–85%. It is the most competitive of the 10 Bishop's programs we track.
Small program, strong for law school preparation.
How competitive is it?
Of the 21 universities we track that offer it, 1 asks for a higher average and 4 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 85% or higher is above the typical range, 82% up to 85% is inside it, and 78% up to 82% 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.
Political Science at other universities
- McGill University – high 80s
- Carleton University – mid 80s
- Brock University – mid 80s
- University of Windsor – mid-to-high 80s
- University of British Columbia – mid-to-high 80s (BC) / high 80s (OOP)
- Simon Fraser University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Victoria – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Northern BC – mid 80s
- Concordia University – mid 80s
- Université de Montréal – mid-to-high 80s
- Dalhousie University – mid-to-high 80s
- Acadia University – mid-to-high 80s
- St. Francis Xavier University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Winnipeg – mid-to-high 80s
- University of New Brunswick – mid 80s
- Mount Allison University – mid-to-high 80s
- Western University – high 70s-80s
- University of Ottawa – high 70s-low 80s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 70s-80s
- York University – high 70s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- History or Law (recommended)
First-year courses
- Introduction to Politics
- Canadian Government
- Comparative Politics
- Research Methods
- International Relations
These are typical for Political Science programs across Canada. About the Political Science degree
After a Political Science degree
Political Science usually takes 4 years.
- Lawyer – $70,000 to $300,000+
- Policy Analyst / Public Servant – $65,000 to $130,000
- Diplomat / Foreign Service Officer – $75,000 to $160,000
- Crown Attorney / Prosecutor – $75,000 to $160,000
- Political science does not determine law school admission - your GPA and LSAT score are what matter.
- Ottawa and Queen's are particularly strong for students wanting federal government careers.
- Model UN, debate, and student government are the most relevant extracurriculars for this degree.
Applying to Bishop's
Bishop's University in Lennoxville is one of Canada's smallest universities and ranks in Maclean's top 10 primarily-undergraduate institutions (#9 in 2026). The tiny campus creates an extraordinarily close-knit community. Bishop's is English-language and has a liberal arts focus with strong business and education programs. The residence guarantee and small class sizes create an unusually personal university experience.
Bishop's University is in Lennoxville, QC, was founded in 1843 and has about 3,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $3,100 a year, co-op is not widely offered and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application March 1.
- Bishop's is the only Canadian university where a first-year student in residence can know virtually everyone on campus by Christmas.
- The Eastern Townships of Quebec are genuinely beautiful - skiing, hiking, and outdoor life are major draws.
- Small class sizes (often under 20 students) mean real relationships with professors from first year.
Other Bishop's programs
- Business Administration – mid-to-high 80s
- Accounting – mid-to-high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 70s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Environmental Studies – mid-to-high 80s
- Biology – mid-to-high 80s
- Chemistry – mid-to-high 80s
- English Literature – mid 80s
- Fine Arts – mid 80s