Environmental Science at TRU: Admission Average
Thompson Rivers University · Kamloops, BC
What average do you need for Environmental Science at TRU?
Environmental Science 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.
Good field research, BC interior ecosystem focus.
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
- Mount Royal 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 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
- Business Administration – mid-to-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