Unit-Based System: Waterloo measures transfer credits in units (0.5 units = one Waterloo course). Credits and caps differ by faculty; switching faculties can change or refuse credits.
Faculty Overrides: Engineering: no first-year IB exemptions • Math faculty: no CS/ITGS credit • Science: no HL Chemistry if CHEM 121 required
Official IB results must be sent to Waterloo (code 000108). Credits assessed after results arrive (August). You can decline credits.
Does University of Waterloo accept Psychology HL?
Waterloo, ON
Yes, Transfer Credit Available!
Minimum Grade Required
Credit Granted
PSYCH 101 + PSYCH 1XX (1.0 units)
Elective Credit (1XX): This is a generic first-year elective credit, not a specific required course. It counts toward your degree credit total but may not replace a mandatory prerequisite for your program.
Faculty of Engineering: Engineering does NOT grant any IB transfer credit exemptions, regardless of score. If you are in Engineering, this credit does not apply to you.
Your Potential Savings
Waterloo Units Earned
1.0
0.5 units = one Waterloo course
Engineering students: Faculty of Engineering does not grant IB transfer credit — your savings would be $0.
Domestic
~$400-$550/course
~$0-$1,100
Est. Savings (Eng: $0)
International
~$1,800-$2,800/course
~$0-$5,600
Est. Savings (Eng: $0)
*$0 reflects Faculty of Engineering (no IB exemptions). Upper range reflects non-Engineering faculties. Verify with Waterloo's official sources before making decisions.
📊 Compare Psychology HL at Other Universities
See how Psychology HL transfer credits compare across Canadian universities. Each school has different grade requirements and savings potential.
McGill University
Montreal, QC
Min Grade
5/7
Credit Granted
PSYC 1XX (3 or 6 credits)
(6 credits)
Est. Savings
$2,520
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
Min Grade
5/7
Credit Granted
Student-reported: PSYCH 1X03 + 1XX3 (6 u...
(6 credits)
Est. Savings
$1,200
Queen's University
Kingston, ON
Min Grade
5/7
Credit Granted
PSYC 102 + PSYC 103 (6.0 units)
(6 credits)
Est. Savings
$1,398
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
Min Grade
4/7
Credit Granted
SFU PSYC 100 (3), B-Soc; SFU PSYC 102 (3...
(6 credits)
Est. Savings
$1,398
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Min Grade
6/7
Credit Granted
PSYCH 104 (3 units) + PSYCH 105 (3 units...
(6 credits)
Est. Savings
$1,302
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 Waterloo 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: February 2026
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