Bachelor of Arts - International Studies

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Bachelor of Arts - International Studies program at Bishop's University, prospective students should be aware of the following Academic Requirements:

• Applicants are generally expected to have completed 12 years of formal schooling and received a secondary school credential that allows access to university in their home country.
• Minimum average required varies depending upon the curriculum followed; transcripts are reviewed on an individual basis. Contact the Admissions Office for detailed information on your particular situation.
• For international high school students, the following specific courses are generally required:
  • WILLIAMS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS: Grade 11 level Mathematics
  • NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS:
    • For B.Sc. Science programs: University-entrance Mathematics, two university-entrance Sciences (usually Biology, Chemistry, and/or Physics)
    • For B.A. Science programs: University-entrance Mathematics

All applicants must submit the following supporting documents:

• Copy of high school transcript, including mid-term course grades if available
• Copy of personal identification document(s)

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

It is recommended that students apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is processed in a timely manner. For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

All applicants must provide proof of English language proficiency regardless of citizenship/immigration status in Canada. Please identify the entry below that best describes your situation in order to determine what, if any, additional supporting documentation you must provide with your application for admission:

Completed / completing a DEC at an English or French CEGEP in Quebec

• Document required: Quebec permanent code

Completed / completing at least three years of instruction at an accredited secondary institution, recognized by Bishop’s University, where English or French is the primary language of instruction

• Document required: High school transcript from the institution where English or French is the primary language of instruction

Completed/completing at least 30 credit hours (or equivalent to one full year of study) at a post‐secondary institution, recognized by Bishop’s University, where English or French is the primary language of instruction

• Document required: Transcript of studies from the post-secondary institution where English or French is the primary language of instruction

Completed a recognized English assessment with appropriate minimum score:

• TOEFL minimum overall score of 90 (internet-based) with no component score below 20
• IELTS academic test, minimum overall score of 6.5 with no component score below 6.0.
• Cambridge English, minimum overall score of 176 on one of the following:
  • B2 First
  • C1 Advanced
  • C2 Proficient
• PTE – Pearson Test of English (Academic)
  • Overall Score of 65 with no sub-score under 60
• Duolingo English Test (DET) minimum score of 115 with no sub-score under 90
• LanguageCert Academic Test: minimum band score of 70-74 with no individual score less than 65

Document Required: Official English assessment test score report sent to Bishop’s University directly from the testing organization.

*Please note that Cambridge English test scores are considered “valid” for a period of no more than four years from the date the test score was achieved.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.