Country Requirements

The University of Arizona recognizes that educational systems are different across the world. Review the required secondary school certifications, grades, and degrees needed for undergraduate admission by selecting from the list below. Graduate information can be found at https://grad.arizona.edu/catalog/intladmissionsreqs.

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Canada

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed (except Quebec). 

Proof of English proficiency is required for applicants from Quebec. Visit the English Proficiency page to learn how to complete this requirement.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education - Alberta B- = B = 2.7, or 65%
Secondary Education - British Columbia B or 73%
Secondary Education - Manitoba 70%
Secondary Education - New Brunswick 70%
Secondary Education - Newfoundland and Labrador Good or 65%
Secondary Education - Northwest Territories 65%
Secondary Education - Nova Scotia 70%
Secondary Education - Nunavut 65%
Secondary Education - Ontario 70%
Secondary Education - Prince Edward Island Second Class or 70%
Secondary Education - Quebec 80%
Secondary Education - Saskatchewan 70%
Secondary Education - Yukon 73%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

Proof of English Proficiency

Canada- Alberta

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education 65% or 3.0 out of 4.0
Other International Curriculum (IB, GCSE, etc.)

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- British Columbia

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education 73% or B
Other International Curriculum (IB, GCSE, etc.)

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Manitoba

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency  needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education B or 70%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- New Brunswick

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education B or 70%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Newfounderland & Labrador

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
General Education B or 65%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Northwest Territories

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
General Education B or 65%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Nova Scotia

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency is needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education B or 70%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Nunavut

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
General Education B or 65%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Ontario

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education B or 70%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Prince Edward Island

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency is needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education B or 70%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Quebec

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education B or 80%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Saskatchewan

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education B or 70%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No

Canada- Yukon Territory

Undergraduate

Transcripts

Unofficial secondary/high school transcripts may be used for the initial admission evaluation. Official transcripts or official exam results are required at the time of enrollment. If a transcript is not in English, a certified English translation must accompany the transcript.

Admission Criteria

Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 recalculated grade point average (GPA) over the course of their last three years of academic coursework. GPA recalculation takes place during admission review; please see the table below for country-specific grade equivalencies. Prior to enrollment, students must obtain a high school diploma, certificate, or GED.

Please note:

  • Some programs or colleges may require additional information and/or higher admissions standards than those listed above.
  • Students must submit transcripts for their last three completed years of coursework.

Proof of English Proficiency

No proof of English proficiency needed.

Minimum Grade Requirement

Acceptable Grading Scales * Minimum Average Grade
Secondary Education B or 73%
Other International Curriculum (IB, IGCSE, etc.) https://everywhere.arizona.edu/international-curriculum-grading-scales

Graduate

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school)

4 year bachelor, honours bachelor or specialized bachelor; Quebec - 3 year bachelor

Proof of English Proficiency

No