Nursing at Ontario Tech University sits apart from the university's Computer Science, Engineering, and Business programmes already covered elsewhere, drawing on the Faculty of Health Science rather than the university's tech-and-engineering core identity. It carries its own, higher English proficiency bar than Ontario Tech's general programmes, reflecting Canadian nursing registration standards.
This article covers admission requirements, cost, English-test requirements, and post-graduation outcomes for Nursing at Ontario Tech.
Acceptance Rate
Ontario Tech does not publish an official acceptance rate for Nursing or any other programme. The university's own admissions page states that "the specific average or standing required for admission varies from year to year," with selection considering school marks, the distribution of subjects taken, and performance in subjects relevant to the academic programme.
For Nursing specifically, performance in biology, chemistry, and other science prerequisites matters more than a general overall average, consistent with how competitive, clinically-placed health programmes are typically evaluated at Canadian universities, even though Ontario Tech does not publish a separate numeric threshold for Nursing.
Fees and Cost of Attendance
Nursing students pay Ontario Tech's Nursing-specific tuition rate, distinct from the university's general and Computer Science rates.
| Programme category | Estimated annual tuition (international) |
|---|---|
| Nursing and Health Administration | $34,821.14 |
| General programmes (for comparison) | $34,148.27 |
| Engineering (for comparison) | $46,561.31 |
Ontario Tech's registrar notes these fees are subject to change without notice and do not include ancillary fees. For the full picture, including living-cost caveats, see the Ontario Tech University guide.
Admission Requirements
- Official academic transcripts from secondary and, where applicable, post-secondary institutions, with strong performance in biology, chemistry, and other health-science prerequisites
- WES (or equivalent) authentication for non-Canadian post-secondary credentials, where required
- Proof of English language proficiency at Nursing's higher threshold (see below)
- For Early Application Programmes, midterm or final marks for prerequisite courses submitted by the programme's stated deadline
Confirm exact Grade 12 (or equivalent) prerequisite courses required for Nursing directly with Ontario Tech Admissions, since this level of programme-specific detail was not available on the general admissions pages reviewed for this article.
How to Get Into Ontario Tech's Nursing Programme
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Build the strongest possible science prerequisite record, since Ontario Tech evaluates performance in subjects relevant to the programme, and Nursing's clinical curriculum depends heavily on biology and chemistry preparation.
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Clear the higher Nursing-specific IELTS 7.0 bar well ahead of your deadline, since this sits meaningfully above Ontario Tech's general undergraduate threshold of 6.5.
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Get non-Canadian credentials authenticated early, since WES authentication can take several weeks.
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Watch the Early Application Programmes deadline if it applies to Nursing, since some Ontario Tech programmes use an earlier deadline requiring midterm or final prerequisite marks.
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Research clinical placement and immunisation requirements directly with the Faculty of Health Science, since these are standard for nursing programmes generally and add steps beyond general academic admission.
English Proficiency Requirement (IELTS/TOEFL)
Nursing carries Ontario Tech's higher, Education/Nursing-specific English proficiency tier, above the threshold that applies to the university's general and Computer Science programmes.
| Test | Education / Nursing |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.0 overall |
| Duolingo English Test | 130 |
Confirm current TOEFL and PTE minimums for Nursing specifically directly with Ontario Tech admissions, since these were not independently confirmed from the general entry-requirements pages reviewed for this article. Waivers apply for applicants holding an IB certificate with a minimum grade of 4 in IB English A, or who completed 3 or more years of formal, full-time English-medium study. For the full picture, see the Ontario Tech University guide.
Career Outcomes and PGWP Relevance
Ontario Tech reports that 80% of graduates are employed within their field, a university-wide figure. Nursing graduates become eligible to pursue registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario after completing their degree and the national licensing examination, opening roles across Ontario's hospital, community health, and long-term care sectors, sectors with persistent, well-documented demand for registered nurses.
PGWP eligibility: as a bachelor's degree, Nursing at Ontario Tech carries no field-of-study restrictions for PGWP purposes, per IRCC's official rule. Graduates whose PGWP applications are submitted on or after November 1, 2024 must demonstrate Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) 7 language proficiency at the PGWP application stage, on top of Ontario Tech's own admission-stage English requirement.
FAQ
Does Ontario Tech publish an acceptance rate for Nursing? No. Admission is described as competitive and holistic, with performance in relevant science subjects mattering more than a single published cutoff.
What IELTS score do I need for Nursing at Ontario Tech? 7.0 overall, meaningfully higher than Ontario Tech's general undergraduate threshold of 6.5.
How much does Nursing cost at Ontario Tech for international students? Approximately $34,821.14/year, close to but slightly above Ontario Tech's general programme rate.
Do I need to register with a professional body after graduating? Yes. Nursing graduates pursue registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario after completing the degree and the national licensing examination.
Does Nursing at Ontario Tech qualify for PGWP? Yes. As a bachelor's degree, it carries no field-of-study restrictions, though a CLB 7 language requirement applies at the PGWP application stage for permits submitted from November 1, 2024 onward.