Education (BEd) at URegina: Admission Average
University of Regina · Regina, SK
What average do you need for Education (BEd) at URegina?
Education (BEd) at University of Regina typically admits students with averages in the mid 80s, roughly 82–85%. It ranks #4 of 10 URegina programs by admission average.
Saskatchewan teacher certification, good practicum network.
How competitive is it?
Of the 30 universities we track that offer it, 1 asks for a higher average and 16 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 85% or higher is above the typical range, 82% up to 85% 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.
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 New Brunswick – mid 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – mid 80s
- Queen's University – high 70s
- 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 URegina
The University of Regina is Saskatchewan's second university, located in the provincial capital. URegina is particularly known for strong programs in engineering, social work, journalism, and Indigenous studies. The First Nations University of Canada is federated with URegina, creating exceptional Indigenous programming. Regina's government and resource sector provides good co-op placement opportunities.
University of Regina is in Regina, SK, was founded in 1961 and has about 16,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $8,400 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application April 1.
- The First Nations University of Canada (FNUC) federated with URegina offers unique Indigenous programming not available elsewhere.
- Regina is the provincial capital - government co-op placements are a genuine advantage.
- Engineering programs have strong petroleum and resource sector connections given Saskatchewan's economy.
Other URegina programs
- Engineering (various) – high 80s
- Social Work (BSW) – mid-to-high 80s
- Journalism – mid-to-high 80s
- Business Administration – mid-to-high 80s
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s
- Kinesiology – mid-to-high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Indigenous Studies – mid 80s