Admissions
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Academic
- Applicants will possess an undergraduate degree (any discipline) from an accredited university.
- At least a B average (3.0/4.3 GPA) or equivalent.
- Students with an undergraduate business degree may be considered for advanced standing.
- If your first language is not English, you must provide proof of proficiency. Tests cannot be more than 2 years old: TOEFL iBT® score of 92, with no band below 20 or IELTS score of 6.5 with no individual score below 6.0
- You must provide a current CV and supplementary documents including references and you must be available for a timed online interview.
Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate their English language proficiency (as outlined in the Graduate Academic Regulation 1e) as follows;
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Note: 0958 is the appropriate TOEFL code for Saint Mary's University, Minimum iBT 92, with no band below 20, with an Essay Rating of 5.0 or above.
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Minimum 6.5 with no individual score below 6.0
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit the following:
- Transcripts: We will accept uploaded unofficial transcripts for evaluation purposes. Applicants must upload a grading scale with their unofficial transcripts. Successful applicants will be required to submit official final transcripts.
- Two letters of reference. You complete the referee section of your online application, and we will send your referees a secure link in order to provide a reference.
- Applicants will submit an up-to-date curriculum vitae, indicating relevant working experiences.
- Complete the online application form and provide processing fee of $125.
Application deadlines
April 1 - International applicants
June 30 - Canadian/permanent resident applicants
Contact Us
Sobey School Recruitment and Admissions
Graduate Programs
Sobey Building, Saint Mary's University
info.sobeygrad@smu.ca