Concordia University - Canada

General Information

Concordia University welcomes applicants from all parts of Canada, the United States and abroad. In keeping with the general principles accepted by all Québec universities, the policy of Concordia is that admission is open to any qualified applicant, in the program of his or her choice, within the limits of its resources. In general, the qualification for entry is the level of secondary education required to apply for university studies in the home province, state or country. In addition, various programs require prerequisite courses (profiles). For example, applicants to the Bachelor of/Baccalaureate in Science, Engineering or Computer Science programs should have senior secondary school courses in mathematics and other sciences. Those applying to the Bachelor of/Baccalaureate in Commerce or Administration degrees require a background in mathematics. Other programs (e.g. visual or performing arts, journalism, creative writing, etc.) require portfolios, interviews, and/or letters of intent. For full details on program prerequisites and availability, refer to the specific Admission Requirements section of each program. (http://websis.concordia.ca/Admissions/deg_browse.htm)

Entry Dates
September is the normal point of entry for undergraduate studies. Entry in January or the summer session may be possible in certain programs, where places are available. January entry may require undertaking courses in the subsequent summer session. International students who are currently studying in Canada may be considered for admission in January.
     The Faculty of Commerce and Administration has a rolling international admission process whereby applications completed too late to be processed for a given session will automatically be considered for the following entry period.

Program Length

Regular Program
Because students in the province of Québec must complete a minimum of 13 years of study prior to entering university, the duration of a regular degree program is normally three years (90 credits). The Bachelor of/Baccalaureate in Engineering, Bachelor of/Baccalaureate in Arts (Early Childhood and Elementary Education), Bachelor of/Baccalaureate in Education (TESL), and Bachelor of/Baccalaureate in Fine Arts (Specialization in Art Education) degree programs are four years in length.

Extended Credit Program (ECP)

Graduates of secondary schools outside the province of Québec may be considered for admission to the Extended Credit Program (ECP) at Concordia. The ECP requires completion of 30 credits in addition to the regular degree program.

Mature Entry Program (MEP)

Concordia has a long tradition of service to adult and part-time clienteles and this service remains a vital part of its mission. Canadians and Permanent Residents who are 21 years of age or older and who lack the normal pre-university schooling may still be considered for admission to the Mature Entry Program (MEP), which requires successful completion of a minimum of 18 additional credits. Mature entrants must meet certain conditions, which are outlined in the Admission Requirements section.

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