Does University of Regina give transfer credit for IB Biology HL?
Regina, SK
Yes, Transfer Credit Available!
Minimum Grade Required
Credit Granted
BIOL 100 + BIOL 101
💡Expert's Take
Grade 5 or higher maps to a named two-course equivalency, BIOL 100 and BIOL 101, rather than generic elective credit. Both are required in the BSc in Biology, so the award counts toward the major; in other programs one or both may fill only science-elective or open-elective space, so confirm the fit with an academic advisor.
BIOL 100 and 101 are the biology-side prerequisite for second-year courses such as Introductory Genetics (BIOL 205), Cell Biology (BIOL 288), Ecology (BIOL 275) and Plant Physiology (BIOL 266). Each of those also requires CHEM 104, which can be taken concurrently, so the IB credit clears the biology gate but not the chemistry one; plan CHEM 104 alongside your first 200-level biology term.
Once you have credit for BIOL 100 or 101 you cannot subsequently receive credit for the single-semester intro courses BIOL 140 (Human Biology) or BIOL 150 (Biological Principles), regardless of program. U of R also states that only "certain" Higher Level courses "will also be considered for transfer credit," assessed after an official IB transcript reaches the university, so treat the award as expected rather than guaranteed. Biology SL earns no credit here; see the Biology SL page.
Official award line (Biology HL):
Minimum score: 5
Credit granted: BIOL 100 + BIOL 101 (6 credit hours)
SL: no credit (Higher Level only)
University of Regina transfer credit database, IB (unofficial guidance tool; equivalencies carry an effective term and may be reassessed, so confirm the current row applies to your exam cohort).
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Your Potential Savings
Credits Earned
6
Tuition per Credit*
~$271
Est. Savings*
~$1,626
*Tuition rates are approximate and may vary by academic year, faculty, and program. Always verify with University of Regina's official sources before making decisions.
📊 Compare Biology HL at Other Universities
See how Biology HL transfer credits compare across Canadian universities. Click column headers to sort.
| University | Min Grade | Credit Granted | Est. Savings | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McGill UniversityMontreal, QC | 5/7 | BIOL 111 + BIOL 112 (6 credits) | $2,520 | → | |
| Dalhousie UniversityHalifax, NS | 5/7 | BIOL 1010.03 + BIOL 1011.03 (6 credit hours) | $2,052 | → | |
| Simon Fraser UniversityBurnaby, BC | 5/7 | SFU BISC 101 (4), B-Sci; SFU BISC 102 (4), B-Sci | $1,864 | → | |
| University of British ColumbiaVancouver, BC | 6/7 | BIOL_V 1st-year level (8 credits), with exemption … | $1,656 | → | |
| Concordia UniversityMontreal, Quebec | 4/7 | 9 transfer credits toward the 120-credit Extended … | $1,620 | → | |
| University of SaskatchewanSaskatoon, SK | 5/7 | BIOL 120.3 + BIOL Jr.3 = 6 credit units | $1,554 | → | |
| York UniversityToronto, ON | 5/7 | SC/BIOL 1000 3.0 + SC/BIOL 1001 3.0 (6 credits) | $1,458 | → | |
| University of WindsorWindsor, ON | 5/7 | BIOL-1101 + BIOL-1111 (Cell Biology + Biological D… | $1,440 | → | |
| Western UniversityLondon, ON | 5/7 | Biology 1001A (0.5 cr) + Biology 1002B (0.5 cr) = … | $1,440 | → | |
| Queen's UniversityKingston, ON | 5/7 | BIOL 102 + BIOL 103 (6.0 units) | $1,398 | → | |
| Carleton UniversityOttawa, ON | 5/7 | BIOL 1103 + BIOL 1104 (1.0 credit) | $1,365 | → | |
| McMaster UniversityHamilton, ON | 5/7 | BIOLOGY 1A03 and BIOLOGY 1M03 | $1,200 | → | |
| University of ManitobaWinnipeg, MB | 4/7 | BIOL 1020 (3) + BIOL 1030 (3) | $1,080 | → | |
| University of New BrunswickFredericton & Saint John, NB | 5/7 | Saint John: BIOL 1205 Fredericton: BIOL 1001 & BIO… | $1,080 | → | |
| University of GuelphGuelph, ON | 5/7 | BIOL 1070 (0.50 credits) | $720 | → | |
| Memorial University of NewfoundlandSt. John's, NL | 4/7 | Biology 1001 (HL 4) or Biology 1001 + 1002 (HL 5) | $675 | → | |
| University of OttawaOttawa, ON | 5/7 | BIO 1XXX (3 units) | $660 | → | |
| University of TorontoToronto, ON | 5/7 | BIO1**Y (1.0 credit) | $659 | → | |
| University of AlbertaEdmonton, AB | 6/7 | BIOL 107 (3 units) | $651 | → | |
| University of CalgaryCalgary, Alberta | 5/7 | Biology 211 (Biomolecules and Cellular Systems) | $597 | → | |
| University of VictoriaVictoria, BC | 4/7 | BIOL 184 (1.5 units) and BIOL 186 (1.5 units) | $555 | → | |
| Toronto Metropolitan UniversityToronto, ON | 5/7 | BLG 143 and BLG 144 | $480 | → | |
| University of WaterlooWaterloo, ON | 5/7 | BIOL 239 + BIOL 130L (0.75 units ≈ 1.5 courses) | $450 | → | |
| Ontario Tech UniversityOshawa, ON | N/A | No transfer credit | — | → |
Tip: Different provinces have different tuition rates. Use these comparisons to find the best value for your residency status.
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Data Disclaimer
This information is compiled from University of Regina official sources and verified community reports. It is NOT a substitute for official academic advising. Always confirm with your advisor before making decisions.
Last updated: July 2026
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