Nursing (BScN) at MacEwan: Admission Average
MacEwan University · Edmonton, AB
What average do you need for Nursing (BScN) at MacEwan?
Nursing (BScN) at MacEwan University typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It is the most competitive of the 9 MacEwan programs we track.
Competitive entry, strong clinical placements in Edmonton hospital network.
How competitive is it?
Of the 28 universities we track that offer it, 14 ask for a higher average and none 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.
Nursing at other universities
- University of British Columbia – high 80s (BC) / low-mid 90s (OOP)
- University of Toronto – high 80s-low 90s
- McMaster University – high 90s (92-96%+)
- Queen's University – high 80s-low 90s
- Western University – high 80s-low 90s
- University of Ottawa – high 80s-low 90s
- Ontario Tech University – high 80s-low 90s
- Toronto Metropolitan University – high 80s-low 90s
- University of Victoria – high 80s-low 90s
- McGill University – high 80s-low 90s
- University of Alberta – high 80s-low 90s
- University of Calgary – high 80s-low 90s
- Dalhousie University – high 80s-low 90s
- University of Manitoba – high 80s-low 90s
- Brock University – high 80s
- University of Windsor – high 80s
- University of Northern BC – high 80s
- Thompson Rivers University – high 80s
- Université de Montréal – high 80s
- Université Laval – high 80s
- Mount Royal University – high 80s
- St. Francis Xavier University – high 80s
- University of Saskatchewan – high 80s
- University of Regina – high 80s
- University of New Brunswick – high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – high 80s
- University of Prince Edward Island – high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Biology
- Chemistry (at most schools)
- One additional U/M course
First-year courses
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Pharmacology
- Nursing Fundamentals
- Health Assessment
- Psychology
These are typical for Nursing (BScN) programs across Canada. About the Nursing (BScN) degree
After a Nursing (BScN) degree
Nursing (BScN) usually takes 4 years.
- Registered Nurse (RN) – $65,000 to $110,000
- School Counsellor – $60,000 to $100,000
- Canada faces a critical nursing shortage - BScN graduates have essentially guaranteed employment across every province.
- Direct-entry nursing at top schools like McMaster often requires a 90%+ average - note that UofT's BScN is a 2-year program entered after prior university study, not from high school.
- Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a growing role that requires a master's degree after the BScN but significantly expands scope of practice.
Applying to MacEwan
MacEwan University in downtown Edmonton is Alberta's primarily undergraduate institution, offering a more accessible and student-focused alternative to the University of Alberta. Known for strong programs in nursing, music, arts, and business, MacEwan serves students who want smaller class sizes, lower tuition, and direct downtown Edmonton access.
MacEwan University is in Edmonton, AB, was founded in 1971 and has about 19,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $6,400 a year, co-op is not widely offered and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application May 1.
- MacEwan is Edmonton's best option for students wanting small classes and lower tuition than U of A.
- The Music program is genuinely excellent - a strong conservatory-style education.
- Downtown Edmonton location means excellent part-time employment and internship access.
Other MacEwan programs
- Music (BMus) – Audition-based
- Business Administration – mid-to-high 80s
- Accounting – mid-to-high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Social Work (BSW) – mid-to-high 80s
- Computer Science – mid-to-high 80s
- Communication Studies – mid-to-high 80s
- Physical Education – mid-to-high 80s
- Education (BEd Transfer) – mid 70s