About Honours Specialization In Economics in Western University (Ontario)
Economics is the study of the allocation of scarce resources (including: our time, our energy, our built capital, and our natural resources). Economics examines ways to get the most benefit out of our resources. If you are interested in a structured system of thought that allows for rational, well-thought decision making, economics will interest you.
Economics will be of interest to students who intend to transfer to a full economics program at another university, business students and those looking for a well-rounded education. Economists play important roles in: government (all departments), banks, other financial institutions and research centres.
Academic qualification equivalents
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CBSE - All India Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (AISSSCE); or
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CISCE - Indian School Certificate (ISC); or
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State Boards – Intermediate / Pre-University / Higher Secondary / Senior Secondary School Certificate
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS :with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no part less than 6.0.
- TOEFL:The minimum score required on the internet-based TOEFL is 83 with no score below 20, and a 550 on the paperbased test with a 5 on the TWE.
- PTE:A minimum overall score of 58 is required with no score less than 56.
Western University (Ontario) Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Mode of Programs |
Full Time; Part-Time; Distance Learning |
| Admission Acceptance Rate |
58% |
| Student-Faculty Ratio |
23 to 1 |
| Academic Calendar |
Differs by Programs |
| On-Campus Cost of Attendance for Undergraduates |
Varies from 49,047 CAD to 64,907 CAD according to the program |
| Of Campus Cost of Attendance for Undergraduates |
Varies from 43,962 CAD to 62,752 CAD according to the program |
| Operating Revenue (2019-2020) |
778.2 million CAD |
First-Year Tuition Fees and Living Expenses for International Students
The following chart displays estimates in Canadian currency for tuition and living expenses for one full-time international undergraduate student over the course of one academic year (eight months). Please note that these are estimates only; costs will vary depending on your needs and preferences. Other costs to consider include, but are not limited to, currency fluctuations, visa and study permit fees and trips home.
| |
ON CAMPUS |
OFF CAMPUS |
| Tuition & Fees: Most Programs* |
$35,935 to $35,985 |
$35,935 to $35,985 |
| Tuition & Fees: DAN Management (BMOS) |
$45,653 |
$45,653 |
| Tuition & Fees: Engineering |
$48,778 |
$48,778 |
| Tuition & Fees: Nursing |
$45,482 |
$45,482 |
| Books & Supplies** |
$1,500 to $3,000* |
$1,500 to $3,000* |
| Residence & Meal Plan |
$13,690 to $16,350 |
$0 |
| Off-campus Rent |
$0 |
$4,800 to $8,000 |
| Food (without meal plan) |
$0 |
$2,800 to $4,800 |
| Utilities |
$0 |
$800 |
| Internet |
$395 |
$120 to $440 |
| Phone |
$300 to $600 |
$300 to $600 |
| Personal Items |
$800 |
$800 |
Local Transportation
(bus pass included in tuition & fees) |
$0
|
$0
|
| Clothing |
$800 to $2,000 |
$800 to $2,000 |
| Entertainment |
$800 |
$800 |
| Laundry |
$200 |
$200 |
Total Cost
(first academic year)
|
$54,420 to $72,923
|
$48,855 to $70,218
|
