Undergraduate academic requirements
- High school completion & results
Program
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration3 years
- ProgramOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee22,000CAD
- Start dateSep
Program overview
What Algoma University says about their program:
Our Anishinaabe Studies program, offered in partnership through Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig, explores the history and culture of Anishinaabe peoples. Through a culture-based curriculum, you will learn Anishinaabe history, philosophy, and worldview from an Anishinaabe perspective. Due to the holistic style of delivery, an emphasis is placed on restoring and honouring Anishinaabe cultural values. In this program, you will be immersed in a traditional Anishinaabe lifeways and community and will develop broad awareness and experience of both traditional and contemporary Anishinaabe research practices, and their applications in the present day.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- Bachelor's degree
English proficiency
BSc Biology, BA Psychology & BSc Psychology:
- CAEL (paper-based, computer edition, or online)
60
- Cambridge English
176 (with no band below 169)
- Duolingo English Test
110 (no band below 95)
- IELTS
6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Computer or Home Edition)
83
- PTE Academic
: 60
All other Undergraduate & Postgraduate programs:
- CAEL (paper-based, computer edition, or online)
60
- Cambridge English
176 (with no band below 169)
- Duolingo English Test
110 (no band below 90)
- IELTS
6.0 overall (no band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Computer or Home Edition)
79
- TOEFL (paper-based)
550
- PTE Academic
: 60
English proficiency waivers
- Students completing the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge or Pearson may be granted a waiver, provided they meet minimum academic results in their prescribed English courses.
- Completion of a recognised English Language Pathway program.
Documents required
- Passport
- Application
- Payment of application fee
- Copies of all transcripts
- Translations if transcripts are in any language other than English
- Proof of english language proficiency (if applicable)
- Letter explaining any gaps of two or more years in education history
- Copy of study permit/visa
Fees and funding
Fee information
Undergraduate tuition:
- 22,000 CAD per year
Postgraduate tuition:
- 24,000 CAD per year
Funding
Scholarships are automatic and easy to get, with up 20% off of first year tuition once student fees are paid.
Algoma University Undergraduate Bursary This bursary makes undergraduate study at Algoma University more affordable for international students starting from the May 2026 intake. Eligible students will pay a reduced tuition rate for the full duration of their degree, provided they remain enrolled full-time and in good academic standing.
- Amount
Tuition reduced to $15,000 CAD per year.
- Requirements
To be eligible, students must meet the admission requirements for their chosen undergraduate program, accept their offer and pay the tuition deposit by the required deadline, and remain enrolled in full-time studies while maintaining good academic standing. College transfer students are welcome to apply, however, students pursuing a second undergraduate degree are not eligible for this bursary.
What is the cost of living near Algoma University?
| Category | Cost (in Canadian Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,821 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,599 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $211 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $85 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $60 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $103 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $350 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $16 |
| Gym membership | $58 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Visa requirements for Algoma University
Many international students will require a visa to study in Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.