University of Victoria Computer Science admission requirements: the 80% estimate, BC and Ontario courses, dates and co-op

UVic asks Ontario students for English 4U with at least 73% and Advanced Functions 4U with at least 77%. You also need one approved 4U science and three more 4U or 4M courses. UVic lists its approved Ontario courses on its site.

Calculus and Vectors and Computer Science (ICS4U) are not named as requirements. Strong math still helps, since first year starts with calculus. Plan your Grade 12 year with our course planner.

In Grade 11, BC students need an approved English 11, Pre-calculus 11, an approved science 11 and an approved social studies 11 or 12. In Grade 12 you need English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12 with at least 73%, and Pre-calculus 12 with at least 77%. You also need an approved science 12 and an approved academic 12.

Alberta students take English Language Arts 30-1 and Mathematics 30-1 at the same minimums. UVic lists matching courses for every other province too.

IB students need the full diploma with at least three Higher Level subjects. English HL or SL needs a score of 3 or more, and Math HL or SL needs a 4 or more. Math Applications and Interpretations SL is not accepted. UVic estimates a score of 27 points, not counting bonus points.

UVic's estimated admission average for Computer Science is a minimum of 80%, based on the required Grade 12 courses. UVic says it is an estimate from recent cycles, and the real average may be higher in future because of competition and limited space. Meeting the minimums does not guarantee admission.

UVic doesn't publish a Computer Science acceptance rate. Our University of Victoria acceptance rate page covers what it does share. Use our Top 6 average calculator to see where your marks sit, but remember UVic uses its own required courses, not your top six.

Computer Science has no required supplementary application, interview or Casper test. Academic performance is the main criterion. UVic also has an optional Expanded Qualifications category for a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools.

You only submit it if you are worried your grades may not be enough. You must still meet the minimum requirements. It looks at sustained community engagement or leadership, and Engineering and Computer Science has its own documents.

You apply through EducationPlannerBC, not the OUAC. The fee is $89.50 if all your transcripts come from Canada. Most degree programs, including Computer Science, close January 31 for September entry. UVic's deadlines page calls these annual fixed dates and doesn't print the year, so for Fall 2027 that means January 31, 2027.

High school students who send grades by early December can be considered for early admission. Ontario and other Canadian students self-report interim grades. Computer Science also takes January entry, with a September 30 deadline. Some programs stay open after the deadline, but they can close without warning.

Co-op is optional for Computer Science at UVic. You usually join between June 15 and September 15 after you finish first year. Co-op terms are paid, career-related and count toward your degree. UVic says that on average, 70% of its co-op students graduate with a job offer already in hand.

International students can take part with a co-op work permit. UVic's estimator lists a co-op program fee of $412 a term for Canadian students.

UVic's tuition estimator, using rates in force May 1, 2026, lists $3,620 a term or $7,240 for two terms for Canadian students in Engineering and Computer Science. Year 1 international students pay $18,733 a term, or $37,466 for two terms.

Student society, athletics, bus pass, dental and health fees add several hundred dollars a year. UVic notes the estimate doesn't include housing, food or books.

UVic gives automatic entrance scholarships based on your admission average. For 2027-28, Canadian citizens and permanent residents with 90% or more (or 32 IB points) get a one-time award of $1,500 to $5,000. International students with an A- or equivalent get $15,000, one time.

You must meet UVic's admission requirements to qualify. Computer Science students can also look at department awards and research awards after they start.

The Computer Science department suggests CSC 110, MATH 100 or 109, and ATWP 135, ENSH 101 or 102 in your first term, plus 3.0 units of electives. In the second term it suggests CSC 115, MATH 101 and MATH 122, plus 3.0 units of electives.

You declare into the Major or Honours program after you finish the needed courses. A major needs four electives at the 300 or 400 level. UVic also offers combined programs, such as Computer Science and Mathematics, and a separate Software Engineering degree.

UVic's first-year guarantee for 2027-28 covers students who graduate from high school in 2027, come straight from high school, apply to UVic by January 31 and apply for residence by February 15. The residence application opened October 5, 2026, and has a $50 non-refundable fee.

For 2026-27, a double dorm room with a meal plan costs $14,574 and a single costs $16,666 or more. UVic also has an Engineering Living and Learning Community, which needs a short extra application.

Canadian students with financial need who hold an eight-month residence contract can apply for the UVic Residence and Meal Plan Bursary, worth up to $1,500.

UVic decides Computer Science offers on grades in its required courses, with an estimate of at least 80%. English and math have their own minimums, 73% and 77%. Your child doesn't need a programming course.

Ontario families apply through EducationPlannerBC, not the OUAC, and applying by January 31 is also a condition of the residence guarantee. Budget for travel to Victoria. Compare other schools on our computer science requirements across Canada page and read our University of Victoria guide.