For all programs PSE is recommend. Commerce Programs PSE is required.
Link for criteria and template for PSE https://www.queensu.ca/admission/sites/default/files/assets/PSE-General%202018_200char.pdf
The PSE is to tell more about yourself and what you do outside of the classroom. If your marks are below critical range, the PSE will be considered in support of your application.
Commerce- Information below about the personal essay and personal statement of experience. Both are required documents. Recommend date to submit will be updated but usually in February.
https://www.queensu.ca/admission/commerce-psese-information
Concurrent Education- Consider the following when filling out your PSE
Personal qualities and experiences are vitally important to the successful educator. The Faculty of Education encourages Concurrent Education applicants to focus their PSE on what would make you a good teacher.
When listing an extracurricular activity or employment opportunity, describe the impact of this experience and the greatest learning outcome for you from the perspective of how that would make you a good teacher.
The readers of your PSE will be looking for you to explain how your experiences that will help you as a future educator.
More information linked below
https://www.queensu.ca/admission/about-applying/pse
The following programs require audition or portfolio link below for more details.
Music-Music Auditions https://sdm.queensu.ca/
Arts- Fine Art Portfolio https://www.queensu.ca/bfa/admissions
Nursing- Advance Standing Track Nursing