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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology (Co-op) University of Guelph University of Guelph, Canada

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CAD 34698

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 90

Application Fee

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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89

TOEFL

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75%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The discipline of Psychology is normally associated with the social sciences, the biological sciences, and the health professions. Specialization in Psychology at Guelph is available as a B.A. Honours program major and minor and a B.A. General program area of concentration, all of which are described below, as well as a B.A. Honours program Co-op major (PSYC:C).

Through its different undergraduate programs, the Psychology Department provides:

  • Broad general education emphasizing psychological theory and methodology, with an empirical basis in course work (e. g., experiments and projects);
  • An appropriate background in psychology for those who leave the University with an undergraduate degree to embark on careers in related areas; and
  • A sound preparation for graduate study in Psychology.

The Co-op program in Psychology is a four year program, including three work terms.

Year Fall Winter Summer
1 Academic Semester 1 Academic Semester 2 COOP*1100 Off
2 Academic Semester 3 COOP*1000 Work Term I Academic Semester 4
3 COOP*2000 Work Term II Academic Semester 5 COOP*3000 Work Term III
4 Academic Semester 6 Academic Semester 7 Academic Semester 8
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 10 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2024, Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 89 - With no score less than - 21
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60.0  Minimum Listening - 60.0  Minimum Reading - 60.0  Minimum Writing - 60.0  Minimum Speaking - 60.0  
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 110.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • English
    • 5 additional courses

6.5 IELTS Score
89 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
75% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

34698

Tuition Fee
(CAD)

CAD 90

Application Fee
(CAD)

11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships


International Entrance Scholarships: $18,500 - $21,500 CAD

International students entering post-secondary studies for the first time and registering in the first semester of a degree program in the fall semester.
 

Admission Average Current Value for Fall 2024 (year 1) Annual Renewal Amount (years 2, 3 and 4) Overall 4 Year total
95.0% and greater $9,500 $4,000 $21,500
90.0% - 94.9% $8,500 $4,000 $20,500
85.0% - 89.9% $7,500 $4,000 $19,500
80.0% - 84.9% $6,500 $4,000 $18,500

 

Eligibility Students' Responsibilities Conditions Renewal criteria

Will be based on the admission offer average calculated by the University of Guelph’s Admission Services. U of G will determine averages for applicants who are not studying in a Canadian secondary school curriculum based on curriculum, grading practices and grading scale interpretation.

Students admitted in fall 2020, Fall 2021, Fall 2022, Fall 2023 or Fall 2024 and receiving an entrance scholarship are eligible to receive a $4,000 award in years 2, 3 and 4 if all renewal criteria (see below) are met each year.

Submit an application for admission.

Ensure that my admission application is complete and all documents are received as requested by Admission Services, University of Guelph.

Recipients must register for both the fall and winter semesters in year 1.

Recipients must pay the International student tuition and fees.

Recipients must remain registered in full-time studies and achieve a minimum 80.0% average in their previous academic year of full-time study (typically fall/winter).

Recipients must continue to pay the International student tuition and fees.

Students who fail to qualify for a continuing payment may re-qualify by subsequently obtaining an 80.0% or better average in the previous academic year of full-time study. Payments lost cannot be added to the end of the award period.

NOTE: Entrance scholarships cannot be deferred. Students who defer their offer of admission are reconsidered the following year based on the availability of scholarship for that cohort.

Dr. Franco J. Vaccarino President's Scholarship:

The University of Guelph's most prestigious undergraduate entrance award for international students. It was established in honour of the University’s eighth president, Dr. Franco Vaccarino, to acknowledge his remarkable impact on the University.
One scholarship is awarded each year to the top international student. It is valued at $42,500 and includes a research assistantship position and mentorship by one of the University's leading professors.

You are eligible to apply if you:

  • Have submitted an application for admission and have a valid U of G student ID number;
  • Are an International (VISA) student;
  • Are entering the first semester of any undergraduate degree program at the University of Guelph;
  • Have not previously attended a post-secondary institution;
  • Have at least an admission average equivalent to a 90.0% Canadian curriculum; and
  • Have made significant leadership contributions to your school and community.
  • Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada are not eligible for this scholarship regardless of current country of residence or international school credentials. Please apply for a President's Scholarship or Lincoln Alexander Chancellor'sScholarship.
  • Application now closed for 2024
  • Student Application Deadline: January 25, 2024 4:00:00 p.m. (EST)
  • Reference Letters Deadline: February 1, 2024 4:00:00 p.m. (EST)

International Transfer Scholarship

Transfer students are valued members of the U of G community. To support our students, we have established a new $10,000 scholarship for international fee-paying transfer students joining the University of Guelph in the summer 2024 or fall 2024 semesters.

Scholarship Details

International fee-paying transfer students admitted to an undergraduate degree program for summer 2024 or fall 2024 are eligible to receive a one-time $10,000 CAD scholarship. 

The award will be paid in two equal instalments, one in each of the first two semesters of study, and will be deposited directly to your University of Guelph account.

Conditions

Recipients must register for courses in the semester to which they were admitted, as well as the subsequent semester.

Recipients must pay the international student tuition and fees.

Changing immigration status may impact your eligibility.

Notes

Applicants to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program are not eligible for this award.

Entrance scholarships cannot be deferred. Students who defer their offer of admission are reconsidered the following year based on the availability of scholarships for that cohort.

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