Education (BEd) at Queen's: Admission Average
Queen's University · Kingston, ON
What average do you need for Education (BEd) at Queen's?
Education (BEd) at Queen's University typically admits students with averages in the high 70s, roughly 78–82%. It is the most accessible of the 15 Queen's programs we track.
Strong teaching reputation, Ontario teacher certification.
How competitive is it?
Of the 30 universities we track that offer it, 14 ask for a higher average and none ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 82% or higher is above the typical range, 78% up to 82% is inside it, and 74% up to 78% 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.
Education at other universities
- University of British Columbia – mid 80s (BC) / high 80s (OOP)
- University of Victoria – mid 80s
- McGill University – mid-to-high 80s
- Concordia University – mid 80s
- Université de Montréal – mid-to-high 80s
- Université Laval – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Alberta – mid 80s
- University of Calgary – mid 80s
- Dalhousie University – mid 80s
- University of Manitoba – mid 80s
- University of Saskatchewan – mid 80s
- University of Regina – mid 80s
- University of New Brunswick – mid 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – mid 80s
- Western University – high 70s
- University of Ottawa – mid 70s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – mid 70s
- Brock University – mid-to-high 70s
- University of Windsor – mid 70s
- York University – high 70s
- Simon Fraser University – mid 70s
- University of Northern BC – mid 70s
- Thompson Rivers University – mid 70s
- Bishop's University – mid 70s
- MacEwan University – mid 70s
- Acadia University – mid 70s
- St. Francis Xavier University – mid 70s
- University of Winnipeg – mid 70s
- University of Prince Edward Island – mid 70s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Undergrad degree in a teachable subject (consecutive BEd)
- One additional U/M course
- Experience with youth (valued)
First-year courses
- Foundations of Education
- Child Development
- Curriculum Design
- Educational Psychology
- Practicum Placement
These are typical for Education (BEd) programs across Canada. About the Education (BEd) degree
After a Education (BEd) degree
Education (BEd) usually takes 1 year (12 months) post-undergrad in Ontario from 2027, previously 2 years; concurrent programs at some schools.
- Teacher – $50,000 to $105,000
- School Counsellor – $60,000 to $100,000
- Ontario's consecutive BEd is shifting from 2 years to a 12-month, three-term program starting in 2027 - you still need an undergrad degree first, so check each school's updated format.
- STEM, French immersion, and special education teachers are in particularly high demand across Canada.
- Ontario teacher salaries reach $105,000+ after 10 years - excellent compensation with a strong pension.
Applying to Queen's
Queen's University in Kingston is one of Canada's most storied universities, celebrated for an unusually strong school spirit and tight alumni network. It is particularly well known for the Smith School of Business, which houses one of Canada's premier undergraduate commerce programs. Queen's has a smaller, more residential feel than Toronto or Waterloo, which many students prefer.
Queen's University is in Kingston, ON, was founded in 1841 and has about 28,500 students. Domestic tuition is about $6,200 a year, co-op is not widely offered and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: OUAC (Ontario) January 15.
- Smith Commerce is arguably the most network-driven undergraduate business program in Canada - alumni connections are exceptional.
- Queen's has a strong school spirit culture - demonstrated interest in student life is valued.
- Kingston is small, which some love and others don't - visit before committing.
Other Queen's programs
- Commerce (Smith School) – low-to-mid 90s
- Chemical Engineering – high 80s-low 90s
- Civil Engineering – high 80s-low 90s
- Electrical Engineering – high 80s-low 90s
- Computer Engineering – high 80s-low 90s
- Computing (CS) – high 80s
- Life Sciences – high 80s
- Biochemistry – high 80s
- Mathematics & Statistics – high 80s
- Psychology (Honours) – high 80s
- Political Studies – high 70s-80s
- History – high 70s-80s
- English – high 70s-80s
- Nursing (BNSc) – high 80s-low 90s