Environmental Science at MRU: Admission Average
Mount Royal University · Calgary, AB
What average do you need for Environmental Science at MRU?
Environmental Science at Mount Royal University typically admits students with averages in the mid-to-high 80s, roughly 82–89%. It ranks #3 of 10 MRU programs by admission average.
Good field research in Alberta's diverse ecosystems.
How competitive is it?
Of the 5 universities we track that offer it, 1 asks for a higher average and none ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 82% up to 89% 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.
Environmental Science at other universities
- Dalhousie University – high 80s
- University of British Columbia – mid-to-high 80s (BC) / high 80s (OOP)
- University of Northern BC – mid-to-high 80s
- Thompson Rivers University – mid-to-high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Biology
- Chemistry
- One additional U/M course
First-year courses
- Introduction to Environmental Science
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth Science
- Statistics
These are typical for Environmental Science programs across Canada. About the Environmental Science degree
After a Environmental Science degree
Environmental Science usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Climate / Environmental Scientist – $60,000 to $140,000
- Urban Planner – $60,000 to $120,000
- Policy Analyst / Public Servant – $65,000 to $130,000
- Environmental consulting is the fastest-growing employer of environmental science graduates in Canada.
- GIS (Geographic Information Systems) skills are in high demand - learn ArcGIS or QGIS before graduating.
- UBC and UVic's Pacific coast location provides unique access to ocean and rainforest ecosystems for field research.
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
- Biology – high 80s