Chemistry at UVic: Admission Average
University of Victoria · Victoria, BC
What average do you need for Chemistry at UVic?
Chemistry at University of Victoria typically admits students with averages in the mid-to-high 80s, roughly 82–89%. It ranks #8 of 16 UVic programs by admission average.
Good research, strong pre-med and grad pathway.
How competitive is it?
Of the 9 universities we track that offer it, 6 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.
Chemistry at other universities
- Simon Fraser University – high 80s
- McGill University – high 80s
- Acadia University – high 80s
- St. Francis Xavier University – high 80s
- Mount Allison University – high 80s
- University of Prince Edward Island – high 80s
- University of British Columbia – mid-to-high 80s (BC) / high 80s (OOP)
- Bishop's University – mid-to-high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Chemistry
- Physics (recommended)
- One additional U/M course
First-year courses
- General Chemistry I & II
- Calculus I & II
- Physics
- Laboratory Methods
- Linear Algebra
These are typical for Chemistry programs across Canada. About the Chemistry degree
After a Chemistry degree
Chemistry usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Research Scientist – $60,000 to $140,000
- Pharmacist – $85,000 to $140,000
- Forensic Scientist – $55,000 to $100,000
- Organic chemistry is the most challenging course in most science programs - many pre-med students are filtered here.
- Waterloo's chemistry co-op program is one of the best in Canada - excellent industry connections.
- A PhD in chemistry leads to significantly better career outcomes than a BSc alone.
Applying to UVic
The University of Victoria sits on the southern tip of Vancouver Island in one of Canada's most livable cities. UVic is known for an exceptional co-op program, a well-regarded law school, strong environmental and ocean sciences programs, and excellent engineering.
University of Victoria is in Victoria, BC, was founded in 1963 and has about 22,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $7,500 a year, co-op is available and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application February 28.
- UVic's co-op participation rate is among the highest in Canada - almost every program has co-op options.
- Victoria is one of Canada's most beautiful and livable cities but housing costs have risen significantly.
- UVic Law is particularly respected for environmental law and Indigenous law programs.
Other UVic programs
- Law (JD) – LSAT + GPA dependent
- Computer Science – high 80s
- Software Engineering – high 80s
- Electrical Engineering – high 80s
- Mechanical Engineering – high 80s
- Civil Engineering – high 80s
- Business (Gustavson - BCom) – high 80s
- Ocean Sciences – mid-to-high 80s
- Environmental Studies – mid-to-high 80s
- Biology – mid-to-high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Political Science – mid-to-high 80s
- History – mid 80s
- Fine Arts (BFA) – mid-to-high 80s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s-low 90s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s