Bachelor of Arts – Economics

The Economics program provides a strong foundation in economic theory, policy analysis, and quantitative data analysis. Students explore critical topics including housing affordability, inflation, unemployment, natural resource development, environmental policy, and international trade, with a special focus on the Northern Ontario economy. The program emphasizes strategic decision-making and offers weekly tutorial support along with networking events hosted by the Economics Student Association.

Minimum Education Level: High School / Grade 12 completion

Minimum Academic Average: 70.0%

Language Proficiency Tests (Mandatory):

• IELTS: 6.5 minimum

• TOEFL: 88 minimum

• PTE: 60 minimum

• Duolingo: 120 minimum

*Applicants may apply for conditional admission without language scores (by completing prerequisite English courses prior to the academic program), but valid test results or course completion must be provided before receiving a final offer letter. Specific entry requirements may vary by student nationality and academic background.

International Excellence Scholarships
High-achieving international undergraduate applicants are automatically considered for renewable entrance scholarships based on academic performance.

Total Award Value: $10,000 – $60,000 CAD (Distributed over up to 4 years)

Application Process: Automatic consideration upon admission (No separate application form required)

Eligibility Highlights: Open exclusively to full-time international students pursuing their first undergraduate degree at the Sudbury campus.

Scholarship Value Tiers:

90% – 100% Admission Average: $15,000 in Year 1 (Up to $60,000 total)

80% – 89.9% Admission Average: $10,000 in Year 1 (Up to $40,000 total)

Renewal requires maintaining full-time enrollment (at least 30 credits per academic year) and a minimum 80% academic average.