Overview
58%
Acceptance Rate?Calculated from yearly application and admission figures published in official Common University Data Ontario (CUDO) reports and university publications.
36,000
Total Students?Approximate total enrollment as reported by the university in official publications and CUDO reports.
903
Student Reports?Admission results submitted anonymously by real applicants on Uniscope. Duplicate entries and statistical outliers are filtered automatically.
view student dataLondon, ON
$6,050–$7,352
Domestic Tuition Per Year?Typical full-time undergraduate tuition for the 2025-26 academic year, based on Statistics Canada data. Actual fees vary by program and exclude ancillary fees and living costs.
Western University is known for providing a 'work hard, play hard' student experience. It features one of the most beautiful campuses in Canada and pairs a high-spirited social life with top-tier academics, particularly in business and medicine.
Western University's overall acceptance rate is approximately 58% for 2026 undergraduate admissions. Across 19 programs tracked on Uniscope, acceptance rates span 8–56%. These figures are based on 903 verified applicant submissions shared directly by students on Uniscope.
Report Card
Uniscope · 2026 Edition
Offer Timing
846 student-reported offers across 11 programs and 4 admissions cycles
In a typical year, half of all offers were out by Feb 2, and the busiest stretch was Dec 1 – Dec 15.
By program
| Program | Offers | Middle 50% | Half out by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 65 | Nov 13 – Jan 16 | Dec 10 |
| Management and Organizational Studies | 85 | Dec 8 – Feb 20 | Dec 12 |
| Science | 73 | Nov 13 – Mar 6 | Dec 14 |
| Medical Sciences | 172 | Dec 6 – Mar 5 | Dec 15 |
| Social Science | 66 | Dec 10 – Mar 6 | Jan 30 |
| Media & Communications Studies | 17 | Dec 12 – Mar 5 | Jan 30 |
| Engineering | 158 | Jan 15 – Apr 9 | Feb 9 |
| Health Sciences | 85 | Dec 16 – Apr 16 | Mar 5 |
| Ivey AEO | 61 | Feb 20 – Apr 8 | Mar 6 |
| Kinesiology | 18 | Mar 5 – May 15 | Mar 9 |
| Nursing | 46 | Mar 5 – May 15 | Apr 9 |
Pooled from 846 offers students reported across 11 programs for the 2022–23, 2023–24, 2024–25 and 2025–26 cycles, grouped by where each date falls in the admissions year rather than by calendar year. Programs release on their own schedules, so read the school-wide dates as the overall shape and your program's own row for what to expect. Individual reports run from Oct 7 to Jun 6. Release dates shift year to year — treat this as a guide, not a schedule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Western University?
The overall acceptance rate at Western University is approximately 58%. Rates vary significantly by program, so check individual program pages for competitive averages.
What are the most competitive programs at Western University?
The most competitive programs at Western University by acceptance rate are Ivey AEO (~8%), Engineering (~26%), Health Sciences (~26%).
How many undergraduate programs does Western University offer?
Western University offers over 19 undergraduate programs.
How much is tuition at Western University?
For the 2025-26 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition at Western University is $6,050 to $7,352 CAD per year for domestic students and $43,565 to $46,110 CAD per year for international students. Actual fees vary by program — professional, engineering, and co-op programs may cost more.
How many students attend Western University?
Western University has approximately 36,000 full-time students enrolled.
Where is Western University located?
Western University is located in London, ON.