Journalism at URegina: Admission Average
University of Regina · Regina, SK
What average do you need for Journalism at URegina?
Journalism at University of Regina typically admits students with averages in the mid-to-high 80s, roughly 82–89%. It ranks #4 of 10 URegina programs by admission average.
Strong program with Saskatchewan media industry connections.
How competitive is it?
Of the 3 universities we track that offer it, none ask for a higher average and 1 asks 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.
Journalism at other universities
- Carleton University – mid-to-high 80s
- Toronto Metropolitan University – high 70s-80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- Portfolio of writing (valued at most programs)
First-year courses
- Reporting Fundamentals
- Media Law & Ethics
- Writing for Broadcast
- Digital Journalism
- Visual Storytelling
These are typical for Journalism programs across Canada. About the Journalism degree
After a Journalism degree
Journalism usually takes 4 years.
- Journalist – $45,000 to $95,000
- TMU (Ryerson) and Carleton are the two most respected journalism programs in Canada - admission is competitive.
- Data journalism (using coding and data analysis for stories) is the fastest-growing and most employable specialisation.
- Start building a published portfolio before applying - clip books matter more than GPA in journalism.
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
- 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
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s