Psychology at URegina: Admission Average
University of Regina · Regina, SK
What average do you need for Psychology at URegina?
Psychology 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.
Large program with applied and research tracks.
How competitive is it?
Of the 34 universities we track that offer it, 9 ask for a higher average and 5 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.
Psychology at other universities
- McMaster University – high 80s
- Queen's University – high 80s
- University of Guelph – high 80s
- Wilfrid Laurier University – high 80s
- Simon Fraser University – high 80s
- McGill University – high 80s
- Université de Montréal – high 80s
- Université Laval – high 80s
- Acadia University – high 80s
- Carleton University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of British Columbia – mid-to-high 80s (BC) / high 80s (OOP)
- University of Victoria – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Northern BC – mid-to-high 80s
- Thompson Rivers University – mid-to-high 80s
- Concordia University – mid-to-high 80s
- Bishop's University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Alberta – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Calgary – mid-to-high 80s
- MacEwan University – mid-to-high 80s
- Mount Royal University – mid-to-high 80s
- Dalhousie University – mid-to-high 80s
- St. Francis Xavier University – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Manitoba – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Winnipeg – mid-to-high 80s
- University of New Brunswick – mid-to-high 80s
- Mount Allison University – mid-to-high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – mid-to-high 80s
- University of Prince Edward Island – mid-to-high 80s
- Western University – high 70s-80s
- University of Ottawa – high 70s-low 80s
- Brock University – high 70s-80s
- University of Windsor – high 70s-80s
- York University – high 70s-80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- One additional U/M course
- Biology (recommended)
First-year courses
- Introduction to Psychology
- Statistics
- Research Methods
- Biology
- Writing
These are typical for Psychology programs across Canada. About the Psychology degree
After a Psychology degree
Psychology usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Psychiatrist – $250,000 to $400,000
- School Counsellor – $60,000 to $100,000
- Social Worker (RSW) – $50,000 to $90,000
- Professor / Academic – $80,000 to $180,000
- A psychology undergrad alone does not allow you to practice as a psychologist - a PhD or PsyD is required.
- Psychology is Canada's second most popular major - very high competition for graduate programs.
- Social work and counselling master's degrees are more direct paths to clinical work than psychology PhD programs.
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
- Indigenous Studies – mid 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s