Mechanical Engineering at UVic: Admission Average
University of Victoria · Victoria, BC
What average do you need for Mechanical Engineering at UVic?
Mechanical Engineering at University of Victoria typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It ranks #2 of 16 UVic programs by admission average.
Good co-op outcomes, ocean and marine engineering specialisation.
How competitive is it?
Of the 18 universities we track that offer it, 3 ask for a higher average and none ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 85% up to 89% is inside it, and 81% up to 85% 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.
Mechanical Engineering at other universities
- University of Waterloo – low 90s
- University of British Columbia – high 80s (BC) / low 90s (OOP)
- McGill University – high 80s-low 90s
- McMaster University – high 80s
- Western University – high 80s
- University of Ottawa – high 80s
- Carleton University – high 80s
- Ontario Tech University – high 80s
- University of Windsor – high 80s
- Toronto Metropolitan University – high 80s
- Concordia University – high 80s
- University of Alberta – high 80s
- University of Calgary – high 80s
- University of Manitoba – high 80s
- University of Saskatchewan – high 80s
- University of New Brunswick – high 80s
- Memorial University of Newfoundland – high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Calculus & Vectors
- Physics
- Chemistry
First-year courses
- Calculus I & II
- Physics (Mechanics)
- Engineering Drawing
- Statics
- Chemistry
These are typical for Mechanical Engineering programs across Canada. About the Mechanical Engineering degree
After a Mechanical Engineering degree
Mechanical Engineering usually takes 4 years.
- Mechanical Engineer – $70,000 to $140,000
- Aerospace Engineer – $75,000 to $175,000
- Civil Engineer – $70,000 to $140,000
- Mechanical engineering is sometimes called the most employable degree in Canada - employers span every sector.
- Strong physics is absolutely required - G12 physics is a prerequisite at most schools.
- Robotics (VEX, FIRST) is the best extracurricular for mechanical engineering applicants.
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
- 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
- History – mid 80s
- Fine Arts (BFA) – mid-to-high 80s
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s-low 90s
- Education (BEd) – mid 80s