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2022-2023

The Undergraduate Calendar

 

 

Faculty of Arts

Arts Admission

General Requirements

The admission requirements of the Faculty of Arts are the same as the general admission requirements of the University of Waterloo. Admission requirements for part-time students are the same as for full-time students. Some academic plans may have additional admission requirements. For the admission categories, requirements, and procedures for all academic plans, see the Admissions section of this Calendar.

Students with post-secondary education experience should consult the University of Waterloo's Common Degree Requirements page and the Faculty of Arts' Transfer Credit page of this Calendar.

Admission from Another University of Waterloo Faculty

Students interested in transferring into the Faculty of Arts must meet the following admission requirements:

  • at least four passed Arts courses;
  • 65% average in all Arts courses, including failed courses; and
  • English language requirements for admission to Arts.

See the transfer to Arts web page for more details.


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