Western University Admissions 2023: Entry Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Western University Class Profile

The class profile of Western University for the class of 2024 is tabulated below:

Western University Undergraduate Admissions

The admission process of Western University is similar for both the international and domestic applicants; however, there are some additional requirements to be met by the international applicants

Western University offers various degree programs in disciplines like Arts & Humanities, Engineering. The university has expanded its offerings by providing degrees in Law and Medicine. The following documents must be submitted for admission to undergraduate programs at UWO:

Where to Apply: Online Application, Application Fee: 156 CAD (~9,300 INR)

Admission Requirements:

• Official high school transcripts
• Completed application
• Result of the 12th grade in the form of a mark sheet is to be provided by the board which is recognized by the national authority.
• Result of the 10th grade is also to be provided; photocopies of the same will also be acceptable if certified by the school principal or the examination board.
• English language proficiency test scores
• Letter of recommendation
• Resume/CV
• Copy of passport
• One of the English language exams to study in Canada
• Personal essay

Western University Graduate Admissions

Western University offers 88 graduate degree programs including professional master’s and interdisciplinary programs to choose from, a few of them are Accounting, Astronomy, Business, Engineering, Communications, Data Analytics, Education, Financial Economics, Foods and Nutrition, Geology, Geophysics, Journalism, Law, Management, Statistics, Theology, etc.

Where to Apply: Online Application, Application Fee: 120 CAD (~7,100 INR)

Admission Requirements:

• Transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended are to be attached.
• If not issued in the English language, then an official translation must be submitted along with the original document.
• Applicants must possess a four-year undergraduate degree from an accredited university.
• A minimum of 70% overall average in the last 2 full-time years of an undergraduate degree.
• At least two references
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Many programs require the attachment of several additional documents such as a sample of writings, resumes, publications, etc.

Some popular graduate programs at the Western University and their admission requirements are given in the table below:

English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

International students are required to submit one of the following test scores as proof of English language proficiency:

Canada Student Visa Application Process for International Students

All the international applicants enrolled in a program with a length of more than 6 months must apply for the Canadian study permit.

• As soon as students receive the letter of acceptance from Western University, students need to apply for the study permit, as it may take a few weeks or months.
• The documents asked for when applying for the study permit are:
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of acceptance from the university
  • Financial statement as evidence of funding of the education
  • Bank statement
  • Biometrics
  • Letter of explanation stating the reason for the program admitted in.
• As approval of the study permit, students receive a letter of introduction which is to be shown at the immigration in Canada.

Western University Application Decision

The student will receive an email from the admission department as soon as his/her application decision is made. Those selected will receive an offer letter in the email itself:

• For 101 applicants: Western University delivers offers in rounds starting from December to May. They use the combination of Grade 11 and Grace 12 grades for each offer round. If the student does not get an early offer, they can wait until mid-May.
• For 102 applicants: After submission of all of the forms and grades, students will have for at least 4 to 6 weeks before University contacts them. If the student have submitted their application early, they can hear from the university sooner as the applications are reviewed on a weekly basis.
• Acceptance of Application: Students are contacted via email after the declaration of application decision. If an offer is made, students will receive a mail along with an attached link of their personalised Western portal. Students can review their application status there.
• Acceptance of Application for International students: The students require a letter of acceptance in order to complete their documentation process for study visa. The letter of acceptance is attached on the last page of their offer letter on the Western portal. They need to print it and present it at the visa processing center.

Applicants are advised to go through admission requirements for the choice of program before applying to make sure they meet the minimum requirements for admission. Complete applications must be submitted, if not then it may result in rejection of the application. The application must contain correct personal information and contact details, along with academic history, references, and additional documents. Application notifications can be expected within 6-8 weeks from the deadline.