History at UVic: Admission Average
University of Victoria · Victoria, BC
What average do you need for History at UVic?
History at University of Victoria typically admits students with averages in the mid 80s, roughly 82–85%. It ranks #8 of 16 UVic programs by admission average.
Strong humanities program.
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, 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.
History at other universities
- University of Winnipeg – mid 80s
- Queen's University – high 70s-80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- One additional U/M course
- History (recommended)
First-year courses
- Introduction to Historical Methods
- World History
- Canadian History
- Primary Source Analysis
- Academic Writing
These are typical for History programs across Canada. About the History degree
After a History degree
History usually takes 4 years.
- Lawyer – $70,000 to $300,000+
- Professor / Academic – $80,000 to $180,000
- Policy Analyst / Public Servant – $65,000 to $130,000
- Diplomat / Foreign Service Officer – $75,000 to $160,000
- History is one of the most respected pre-law majors - analytical reading and argumentation are directly transferable.
- Government policy and archival work are common paths for Canadian history graduates.
- The degree is often undervalued by students - strong analytical writing from history is highly portable.
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
- Chemistry – mid-to-high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Political Science – mid-to-high 80s
- Fine Arts (BFA) – mid-to-high 80s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s-low 90s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s