Applying with IB and AP Credits
Students entering Western with IB or AP courses should review the information under Applicant Types for basic information about applying with International Baccalaureate (IB) or Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Questions about admission to Western with IB or AP credits should be directed to the Admissions Office.
Students with transfer credit(s) for first-year biology, chemistry, math or physics based on IB or AP course(s) taken in high school, have the option of moving on to a second-year course(s) or repeating the first year course(s) at Western. Students should consult with an Academic Counsellor in NCB 280 if they have questions about repeating a course(s) for which transfer credit has been granted and/or taking a senior course.
Receiving transfer credits can be challenging when choosing courses for Medical Sciences at Western. The following tips/resources should help prepare students for their course selection.