Tawjihi
Queen's accepts the Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate); on the Jordanian scale, the competitive range starts at an average of approximately 80%.
Partner university · Kingston, Canada
Queen’s University
One of Canada's oldest universities, in Kingston, Ontario, with a strong reputation in commerce, engineering and medicine and a distinctive limestone campus.
QS World #179QS World Rankings 2027
Founded 1841Public research university
28,272Students
About the university
Why students choose Queen’s University
One of Canada's oldest universities, in Kingston, Ontario, with a strong reputation in commerce, engineering and medicine and a distinctive limestone campus.
We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Arts
Arts and Economics have no prerequisite subjects, though grades required vary by program and year.
Smith Commerce
Requires senior-level Mathematics with a minimum grade of 80% and a mandatory supplementary application.
Smith Engineering
All engineering programs require senior-level Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics.
Health Sciences / Nursing
Health Sciences needs Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics plus a supplementary application; Nursing also needs English Literature at 75% or higher.
English
Applicants from non-English-speaking countries may need to submit English test scores; the QBridge pathway is available for academically admissible students who fall short.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Queen’s University costs
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
Arts and Science International Admission AwardCAD 5,000 to 25,000 a yearRenewable for 4 years for international students entering first-year Arts and Science; automatic consideration.
Engineering International Admission AwardCAD 10,000 to 25,000 a yearRenewable for 4 years for international students entering Smith Engineering; automatic consideration.
Commerce International Admission AwardCAD 15,000 to 25,000 a yearRenewable for 4 years for international students entering the Bachelor of Commerce; automatic consideration.
Health Sciences International Admission AwardCAD 10,000 to 15,000 a yearRenewable for 4 years for international students entering the Bachelor of Health Sciences (not Nursing); automatic consideration.
Programmes
Popular courses at Queen’s University
Computer Science Specialization (BComp Honours)
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Bachelor of Commerce (Smith School of Business)
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Bachelor of Nursing Science
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Bachelor of Health Sciences
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Master of Management in Artificial Intelligence (MMAI)
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Smith MBA
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Queen’s University, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Queen’s University is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
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Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Queen’s University: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppCan I apply to Queen’s University with the Tawjihi?
Queen's accepts the Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate); on the Jordanian scale, the competitive range starts at an average of approximately 80%.
Does Queen’s University offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Arts and Science International Admission Award (CAD 5,000 to 25,000 a year); Engineering International Admission Award (CAD 10,000 to 25,000 a year); Commerce International Admission Award (CAD 15,000 to 25,000 a year); Health Sciences International Admission Award (CAD 10,000 to 15,000 a year). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Queen’s University?
GESCO applies to Queen’s University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Queen’s University?
Queen’s University is in Kingston, Canada. It was founded in 1841.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Queen’s University?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Queen’s University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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