Business Administration at TRU: Admission Average
Thompson Rivers University · Kamloops, BC
What average do you need for Business Administration at TRU?
Business Administration at Thompson Rivers University typically admits students with averages in the mid-to-high 80s, roughly 82–89%. It ranks #2 of 9 TRU programs by admission average.
Practical-focused program with good co-op options.
How competitive is it?
Of the 12 universities we track that offer it, 4 ask 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.
Business Administration at other universities
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 80s
- Brock University – high 80s
- Acadia University – high 80s
- University of New Brunswick – high 80s
- University of Northern BC – mid-to-high 80s
- Bishop's University – mid-to-high 80s
- MacEwan University – mid-to-high 80s
- Mount Royal University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Regina – mid-to-high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Prince Edward Island – mid-to-high 80s
Applying to TRU
Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops is BC's most accessible and flexible university, offering both traditional degrees and open learning programs. TRU is known for strong practical programs in nursing, business, law, and natural resources. Its location in the BC interior provides unique outdoor recreation and tourism industry connections.
Thompson Rivers University is in Kamloops, BC, was founded in 1970 and has about 13,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $5,000 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application March 1.
- TRU's law school (Canada's newest full common law program) focuses specifically on access to justice and rural communities.
- Kamloops offers an exceptional outdoor lifestyle - skiing, hiking, and mountain biking are all on campus doorstep.
- TRU's tuition is among the lowest of any BC university - a genuine affordability advantage.
Other TRU programs
- Law (JD) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s
- Computer Science – mid-to-high 80s
- Natural Resources Science – mid-to-high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 70s
- Social Work (BSW) – mid-to-high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Tourism Management – mid 80s
- Environmental Science – mid-to-high 80s