Biology at MRU: Admission Average
Mount Royal University · Calgary, AB
What average do you need for Biology at MRU?
Biology at Mount Royal University typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It is the most competitive of the 10 MRU programs we track.
Strong pre-professional pathway to medicine and veterinary programs.
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
- Acadia 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 MRU
Mount Royal University in Calgary is Alberta's primarily undergraduate institution, with a strong focus on co-op education and professionally oriented programs. MRU has earned a solid reputation for business, nursing, communication, and sciences programs. Its suburban Calgary campus and co-op integration make it a practical choice for students focused on Calgary's thriving job market.
Mount Royal University is in Calgary, AB, was founded in 1910 and has about 15,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $7,000 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application March 1.
- MRU's co-op program integrates directly with Calgary's energy, finance, and tech sectors.
- The business program is well-regarded in Calgary - proximity to energy sector headquarters is a genuine advantage.
- MRU's smaller size means more personal attention than UCalgary.
Other MRU programs
- Nursing (BN) – high 80s
- Business Administration – mid-to-high 80s
- Accounting (BBA) – mid-to-high 80s
- Communication Studies – mid-to-high 80s
- Computer Information Systems – mid-to-high 80s
- Criminal Justice – mid-to-high 80s
- Child Studies – mid 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Environmental Science – mid-to-high 80s