Undeclared Arts (Entry Option Only)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Undeclared Arts at Ryerson?
Undeclared Arts is an entry option that allows you time to explore nine undergraduate program areas in the social sciences and humanities before choosing in second semester the program that best matches your career interests and goals. In February of your second semester of study, you will request to transfer to a specific program of study for second year.
What are the program transfer options for second year if I am in Undeclared Arts?
As an Undeclared Arts student, you will be able to explore nine program transfer options in first year. For more information on a specific program of study, please visit the program website.
· English
· Environment and Urban Sustainability
· History
What are the advantages of Undeclared Arts?
Are you undecided as to which one of the above nine program areas interests you the most? If so, Undeclared Arts gives you time to explore these program areas before deciding which one to pursue as a major. Because all of the above programs share a common one-year foundation, all the courses you successfully complete in first year in Undeclared Arts will be credited towards your selected program of study. If, for example, you choose to transfer to Sociology, you will have completed all of the first-year course requirements for that program as would a student who applied directly to Sociology.
What are the admissions requirements for Undeclared Arts?
The admission requirements for Undeclared Arts are the same as the admission requirements for each of the nine programs listed above.
O.S.S.D. with six Grade 12 U/M courses, including Grade 12 U English.
- ENG4U/EAE4U is the preferred English.
- A grade of 70 percent or higher will be required in Grade 12 U English.
- Subject to competition, candidates may be required to present averages/grades above the minimum.
Am I eligible for an entrance scholarship if I am admitted to Undeclared Arts?
If you are admitted to Undeclared Arts, you are guaranteed a renewable entrance scholarship if you are attending a Canadian secondary school, have a final average of 80% or higher, and meet the terms and conditions for the scholarship. No application is necessary. For more information, see Ryerson’s 2013 Entrance Scholarships.
What courses will I take in the first year of Undeclared Arts?
In first year, you will learn more about the nine program areas by selecting introductory courses in Criminal Justice, English, Environment and Urban Sustainability, Geographic Analysis, History, Philosophy, Politics and Governance, Psychology, and Sociology. Two required first-year courses - Academic Writing and Research, and Critical Thinking develop essential skills and competencies that will enhance your success in university and career preparation. You also have the opportunity to explore other social science and humanities areas, and choose electives from more than 15 subject areas, including business and the natural sciences, and any one of these can lead to a Minor.
Can I earn a Minor?
Yes. Ryerson offers more than 30 Minors, so you can work towards a Minor in many different subject areas. You may decide, for example, to declare to the Sociology program and Minor in English.
When do I declare a program?
As an Undeclared Arts student, you must ‘declare’ one of the nine programs of study by February 2nd of your second semester of study in order to transfer into that program for second year. No student can remain in Undeclared Arts beyond second semester. All courses that are successfully completed in the Undeclared Arts option will be credited to the selected program of study.
Am I guaranteed my first program transfer choice?
No. All program transfers are considered on a competitive basis and are subject to program capacity.
Can I apply to Undeclared Arts in addition to one of the nine programs that are transfer options?
Yes. However, if you have already decided which of the nine programs you are interested in, you should apply to those programs directly.
Can I transfer into Undeclared Arts from another university?
No. Students who are completing, or have already completed post-secondary studies, must apply to one of the nine programs - Criminal Justice, English, Environment and Urban Sustainability, Geographic Analysis, History, Philosophy, Politics and Governance, Psychology, or Sociology. Transfer credit/Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the Undeclared Arts option.
What if I want to transfer to another Ryerson program that is not one of the nine program transfer options for Undeclared Arts students?
As an Undeclared Arts student, you may only declare to one of the nine programs of study listed above.
If you are interested in any other program of study at Ryerson (including Arts and Contemporary Studies and International Economics and Finance), you must apply directly for admission to that program through Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment and pay the application fee. Your application will be considered only if you fulfill the admission requirements for the program of choice and only if openings exist in that program. There is no guarantee that you will be able to transfer to another program. Students requesting a transfer will compete with all other candidates for admission and consideration is subject to space.
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