Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing: 4-year Direct Entry Nursing

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing: 4-year Direct Entry Nursing program, applicants must meet specific Academic Requirements. It is important to note that York University is a highly selective institution, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Only the most qualified candidates will be considered.

• Minimum GPA: Not specified.
• International Students:
  • For students from Vietnam:
    • Must provide the Bằng Tốt Nghiệp Trung Học Phổ Thông (Senior School Graduation Certificate).
  • For students from other Asian countries, specific requirements may vary. It is advisable to check the requirements based on your country of origin.
• Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Applicants must hold an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or an equivalent secondary credential from their country of study.

Required secondary-school prerequisite courses include:

• English at U-level (ENG4U) with at least 70%.
• 4U Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Biology 4U (SBI4U) with at least 70%.
• Chemistry 4U (SCH4U) or Physics 4U (SPH4U) with at least 70%.
• Plus two additional 4U or 4M courses.
• Minimum academic average for admission is typically in the low-to-mid 80% range (for Ontario curriculum) though for international or non-Ontario cases the required equivalent standing is determined annually.

Future Students

• No prerequisite course should be below 70%.
• For students with prior university/post-secondary study the 4-Year Direct Entry program may still be open but certain conditions apply (and high-school admission route may be restricted for international applicants)

For any clarification or support regarding the admission process, please feel free to contact LOA Portal's advisors who are ready to assist you in your application journey.

Language Requirements

To gain admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at York University, applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency by presenting a minimum proficiency score on an accepted language test. The following English language tests are accepted:

• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): iBT score of 94
• IELTS (International English Language Testing Service, Academic Module): score of 7.0
• Pearson PTE Academic: score of 67
• Duolingo: score of 130
• Cambridge English Language Assessment (CAE, CPE): C1 Advanced (no score below 193)
• Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): score of 67

Please note: The IELTS Academic test is required for admission to York University. IELTS General will not be accepted for language proficiency requirements.

English proficiency tests are valid for a period of two years. If you are not from one of the exempt countries, you are required to write an English language proficiency test. Please check with our team for more details.

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.