Course overview
Bachelor of Commerce (Smith School of Business) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at queen-s-university in Kingston, Canada. It takes 4 years, with intakes in September.
queen-s-university is a public institution, ranked =179 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | queen-s-university (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Kingston, Canada |
| Course | Bachelor of Commerce (Smith School of Business) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 4 years |
| Tuition per year | C$60,839 (≈ ₹40.8 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (no skill below 4.0), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120 |
Interested in Bachelor of Commerce (Smith School of Business)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$60,839 a year, about ₹40.8 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly C$243,356 (≈ ₹1.63 crore) before any yearly increase.
2026-27 international tuition for Years 1–2 (33 units, $60,839.46); Years 3–4 are $55,308.60
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Double room with meal plan2026-27 | C$16,452per academic year (Sept–April) | ≈ ₹11 lakh |
| Single room with meal plan2026-27 | C$17,629per academic year (Sept–April) | ≈ ₹11.8 lakh |
| Single Plus room with meal plan2026-27 | C$19,164per academic year (Sept–April) | ≈ ₹12.8 lakh |
| Residence depositUp to $500 refundable if you cancel by 1 July | C$805one-off | ≈ ₹53,935 |
| University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP)2026-27, September start | C$948per year | ≈ ₹63,516 |
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at queen-s-university for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- CBSE (AISSCE) or CISCE (ISC) Class 12. Queen's uses predicted final grades, interim Class 12 grades or pre-board results while you are still at school.
- Subject needs vary: Engineering needs English, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics; Computing needs English and Mathematics; Commerce needs English and Mathematics with at least 80% in each.
- Health Sciences needs English, Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics with at least 80% in English; Nursing needs at least 75% in English.
- Commerce, Health Sciences and Nursing also need a supplementary application.
- Give your CBSE roll number or ISC UID and consent for Queen's to access your final results.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (no skill below 4.0), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (undergraduate) | 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0. |
| TOEFL iBT (undergraduate) | 4.5 overall with no skill below 4.0 (88 with 20 in each section for tests before January 2026). |
| PTE Academic and Duolingo (undergraduate) | PTE 60 overall; Duolingo 120. |
| Graduate studies | IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 4.5 (with section minimums) or PTE 65; programmes may ask for more. |
| English-medium school waiver | Possible if you studied full time in English for the three years before university. Your school must send official proof that teaching was entirely in English. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, or predicted Class 12 grades (undergraduate)
- CBSE roll number and school number, or ISC UID and index number
- Degree transcripts (postgraduate)
- English test score unless you qualify for a waiver
- Supplementary application (Commerce, Health Sciences, Nursing)
- References and statement of interest (graduate)
- Proof of funds for the study permit
Scholarships
Engineering International Admission Award
Undergraduate, first year
Value: CAD 10,000, 15,000, 20,000 or 25,000 a year, renewable for 4 years
International fee-paying students entering a first-entry Engineering programme. Considered automatically.
Official pageCommerce International Admission Award
Undergraduate, first year
Value: CAD 15,000, 20,000 or 25,000 a year, renewable for 4 years
International fee-paying students entering the Bachelor of Commerce. Considered automatically.
Official pageArts and Science International Admission Award
Undergraduate, first year
Value: CAD 5,000 to 25,000 a year, renewable for 4 years
International fee-paying students entering a first-entry Arts and Science degree, including Computing. Considered automatically.
Official pageHealth Sciences International Admission Award
Undergraduate, first year
Value: CAD 10,000 or 15,000 a year, renewable for 4 years
International fee-paying students entering the Bachelor of Health Sciences (not Nursing). Considered automatically.
Official pagePrincipal's Scholarship
Undergraduate, first year
Value: CAD 7,000 for one year
Students in the top 3% of the competitive admission average in each first-entry programme. Considered automatically.
Official page
About queen-s-university
Queen's University was founded in 1841 by Royal Charter and is one of Canada's oldest degree-granting universities. It is a mid-sized research university known for its Smith School of Business, Smith Engineering, health sciences and a strong residential campus life. Its 2027 International Viewbook says 95% of graduates are employed six months after graduation.
India is the second-largest source of international undergraduates at Queen's, after China. Indian students mostly choose Computing, Smith Engineering, Smith Commerce and Health Sciences at undergraduate level, and Smith's one-year business master's degrees in analytics, artificial intelligence, finance and international business.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Bachelor of Commerce (Smith School of Business) at queen-s-university?
The tuition for international students is C$60,839 a year (about ₹40.8 lakh). 2026-27 international tuition for Years 1–2 (33 units, $60,839.46); Years 3–4 are $55,308.60. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Bachelor of Commerce (Smith School of Business)?
The course takes 4 years.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 4.5 (no skill below 4.0), PTE 60 or Duolingo 120. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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