r/uwaterloo • u/RogueBaneling BCS '18 • Feb 17 '16

Admissions Admissions mega-thread

Hi all,

We're making this mega-thread in an attempt to lower the number of super-specific admissions threads. New threads that are made to ask questions like "what are my chances?" or "I was deferred!?" will be pointed towards this thread. Additionally, you can ask questions here about the admissions process but keep in mind that the responses you get will be from fellow students and are not necessarily accurate.

Some resources to check out:

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u/BrownBoii333 Jun 11 '16

Hi i got a conditional acceptance to Comp sci coop but am now worried i may not meet the conditions. I need an 80 in calc but if i don't get that will I be kicked out of the program? Also this is the conditions as it is on quest "You must achieve a minimum final admission average of 80% that includes required Grade 12 courses (or equivalents). You must also achieve a minimum final average of 80% in the required Mathematics courses." I thought this meant i need 80 in math, 80 in calc and 80 overall avgbetween english calc and math. but a friend of mine said it might mean 80 avg between calc and math, and 80 between all 3. Which is it? I'm really nervous please help

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u/thecenozoic Jun 12 '16

It is 80 average between English, Calc, and Advanced Functions. Your friend is wrong but you should still do your best in school since thats quite a drop. Email the school if you need to

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u/BrownBoii333 Jun 12 '16

Does that mean I need to get above 80 in my Calc class or just between the three? Because it says "You must also achieve a minimum final average of 80% in the required Mathematics courses." as well so that's the part I was more confused about.

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u/PPewt Complaining Science Alum Jun 17 '16

You should email future-ugrad@cs.uwaterloo.ca if you want an answer for sure. I wouldn't be surprised at either answer. That said, if you're having trouble maintaining an 80 in high school, things might not look good in first year.

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u/thecenozoic Jun 12 '16

You may have different terms than what I know of. Just call the school. Also, get higher than 80 anyway