Bachelor of Arts – Psychology – General

The Psychology Program is one of Algoma University’s most popular offerings. It provides a foundational understanding of human and non-human behavior while fostering critical thinking and scientific data analysis skills:

• Degree Options & Personalization: Offers two distinct degree pathways tailored to student strengths, supported by small class sizes for individualized professor-student mentorship.

• Core Subject Areas: Curriculum spans methodology alongside two broad categories—courses focusing on the social bases of behavior and those focusing on the biological bases of behavior.

• Comprehensive Exploration: Moves beyond basic counseling and abnormal psychology to examine diverse subfields, scientific research, and practical applications.

• Career Foundations: Serves as a versatile stepping stone for graduate studies or careers requiring critical thinking, data analysis, and an understanding of human behavior.

Academic Background: Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum GPA: 70.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.5

• TOEFL: 83.0

• PTE: 60.0

• Duolingo: 110

Conditional Admission Options:

• Direct Admission (Pending Scores): Applicants awaiting official language results can apply directly and receive a conditional offer, provided qualifying passing scores are submitted prior to receiving a final offer letter.

• English Pathway Courses: Applicants may satisfy language requirements by completing English language courses prior to beginning their academic program. The required duration depends on the student’s initial proficiency level.

Entrance scholarships for international students at Algoma University are automatically applied upon admission review and available for undergraduate and post-secondary certificate programs:

Chancellor's Award ($5,000 CAD/year, up to $20,000 CAD total): Awarded to high school graduates enrolled full-time (15 credits/term). Requires an A+ average (90–100% OSSD equivalent) and higher language scores (IELTS 7.0 / TOEFL 85 / PTE 65 / Duolingo 125). Renewable for up to 3 additional years with an 80% annual average, 12 credits/term minimum, and no failed courses. (Recipients who transition to Canadian Permanent Residency remain eligible for renewal).

President's Award ($2,500 CAD, one-time): Granted to Ontario Secondary School (OSSD) graduates entering their first year full-time (12 credits/term) with an average of 80%–89.9% across top six Grade 12 U/M courses.

The Dean's Award ($1,000 CAD, one-time): Granted to incoming first-year international students studying full-time (minimum 12 credits/term) holding a minimum B+ academic standing (or equivalent).

Award of Excellence ($500 CAD, one-time): Granted to incoming first-year international students studying full-time (minimum 12 credits/term) holding a minimum B academic standing (or equivalent).