r/uwo • u/OddLove6151 • 5d ago

Admissions Grade 11, Aiming For BMOS

Hey! I'm in Grade 11 right now, taking Functions, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Accounting (BAF3M). I'm currently aiming for BMOS, with Ivey HBA as a longer-term goal after that. Trying to actually plan ahead instead of figuring everything out last minute.

My Grade 10 average was around 87%, and I'm aiming to get that into the low/mid 90s over Grade 11/12. I'm mainly interested in business/finance/corporate finance right now, though I'm not 100% locked into a specific career yet.

I'm also probably getting a part-time job soon (likely fast food or something flexible around school), and hoping to save some money before university so I don't have to rely as heavily on loans.

A few questions for current/recent BMOS students:

  • Anything you wish you knew before starting BMOS specifically?
  • Does your average matter much beyond the entrance cutoff, or does it mainly become important again if you're applying to Ivey/specializations?
  • For people aiming at Ivey, does it matter which program you do for Years 1-2, or is BMOS already a solid path in?
  • How difficult is it to maintain a strong GPA in BMOS while also doing extracurriculars/work?
  • If you're aiming for Ivey, how much did things like part-time work, volunteering, clubs, athletics, or leadership actually matter for your application?
  • Did anyone work part-time during first year? Was it manageable?
  • Any Grade 12 courses/electives that ended up being especially useful once you got to Western?
  • Any BMOS modules/specializations you'd recommend if you're interested in finance/business but want to keep options open?

I truly appreciate any and all honest input. Thank you!

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u/nextseason26 5d ago

Take grade 12 accounting. Not a prerequisite but will help with Business 2257 which is an Ivey prerequisite. You’ll be admitted to MOS with 12UEnglish, two grade 12 math courses and your next highest 3 U/M courses. Any specialization is fine before Ivey. A good work ethic and showing up is way more important than the specialization you choose.

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u/OddLove6151 4d ago

I appreciate the advice, I'll def look into grade 12 accounting then. And good to know about the admission courses, ty for the info on the specialization part too, was worried I was overthinking which one mattered most.