Career Services - Students

Professional Schools - Applying

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Each of the professional websites is an excellent source of information about their respective programs. While having a solid academic background is necessary, professional schools take a variety of factors into account when deciding who will be accepted into their programs.

Below is a breakdown of number of applicants relative to the number of registrants in Business, Dentistry, Education, Medicine and Law at Western.

 

Data for Various Professional Programs

Program # of Applicants # of Registrants %
Business
500
280
56
Dentistry
400
52
13
Education
4,900
820
17
Medicine
1,700
133
7.8
Law
2,200
160
7.3


Because most professional schools, regardless of the institution, are very competitive, it is important that applicants are aware of program requirements and are well prepared for the application process. On Thursday January 13, 2005, 5:00-7:00 p.m., students who are interested in applying to professional schools at Western are invited to attend a Professional School Night. Representatives from Applied Health, Dentistry, Education, The Richard Ivey School of Business, Law and The Schulich School of Medicine will discuss the application process, eligibility requirements and convey general information about their programs.