Biochemistry at uOttawa: Admission Average
University of Ottawa · Ottawa, ON
What average do you need for Biochemistry at uOttawa?
Biochemistry at University of Ottawa typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It ranks #4 of 13 uOttawa programs by admission average.
Strong research, good pre-med and graduate pathway.
How competitive is it?
Of the 5 universities we track that offer it, none 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.
Biochemistry at other universities
- McMaster University – high 80s
- Queen's University – high 80s
- Western University – high 80s
- Brock University – high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Biology
- Chemistry
- One additional U/M course
First-year courses
- Organic Chemistry
- Biology
- Calculus
- Physics
- Laboratory Methods
These are typical for Biochemistry programs across Canada. About the Biochemistry degree
After a Biochemistry degree
Biochemistry usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Pharmacist – $85,000 to $140,000
- Research Scientist – $60,000 to $140,000
- Geneticist / Genomics Scientist – $65,000 to $140,000
- Family Physician / GP – $180,000 to $400,000
- Organic chemistry in first and second year is genuinely difficult - many students struggle here.
- Strong preparation for pharmacy school, MD programs, and life sciences graduate programs.
- Research lab experience during undergrad is essential for competitive graduate school applications.
Applying to uOttawa
The University of Ottawa is Canada's largest bilingual (English-French) university and sits in the heart of the nation's capital. Its proximity to Parliament Hill, federal departments, and national institutions makes it uniquely positioned for students interested in law, political science, public policy, and government.
University of Ottawa is in Ottawa, ON, was founded in 1848 and has about 49,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $6,100 a year and co-op is available.
Deadlines: OUAC (Ontario) January 15.
- Being bilingual (English-French) genuinely elevates your candidacy at uOttawa and opens federal career doors.
- Ottawa co-op placements often include federal government departments - unmatched for public policy students.
- The law school has two programs: Common Law (English) and Civil Law (French/bijural) - both excellent.
Other uOttawa programs
- Common Law (JD) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Civil Law (LLL - French) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Software Engineering – high 80s-low 90s
- Electrical Engineering – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering – high 80s
- Health Sciences (BHSc) – high 80s-low 90s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s-low 90s
- Political Science – high 70s-low 80s
- International Studies – high 70s-low 80s
- Criminology – high 70s-low 80s
- Psychology – high 70s-low 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 70s
- Social Work (BSW) – high 70s