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Do I have to take the SAT for Canada universities?

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Do you need to take the SAT for Canada? Many students assume that they only need to take the SAT if they are applying to universities in America. However, there are several universities in the UAE, and even Lebanon, that require a strong SAT score to be admitted.

Here’s a country that may require the SAT that you don’t expect: Canada.

There are specific instances when you need to take the SAT–and possibly even SAT Subject Tests–if you are applying to universities in Canada.
Here are the requirements for different students.

Students in American Curriculum Schools in Dubai

If you are a student in an American curriculum school in Dubai, most universities will require SAT scores.

To these universities, the SAT is like the International Baccalaureate for IB schools or A levels or British schools…

It’s just something you do before you graduate.

Not all universities in Canada require the SAT because your admission will be based almost solely on your grades.

It tends to be middle and top tier Canada universities that ask for the SAT. In addition, requirements will vary based on the major or program you are applying to. Here are a few examples for an engineering major:

 

Usually, the SAT essay is optional. However, University of Toronto DOES require the essay AND 2 SAT Subject Tests.

It’s so important to know where you want to go before you take the SAT!

Students in British Curriculum Schools in Dubai

Students in British curriculum schools in Dubai usually DO NOT have to take the SAT for universities in Canada. However, you should check the requirements of every program to which you want to apply.

 

Students in IB Schools in Dubai

Students in IB schools in Dubai usually DO NOT have to take the SAT for Canadian universities. However, you should check the requirements of every program to which you want to apply.


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1 thought on “Do I have to take the SAT for Canada universities?”

  1. Hi, I’m from Brazil and my school didn’t have an American curriculum. Do I still need to take the SAT exams to get in the University of Toronto?

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