If a university does not give me an offer due to my percentage but I apply based on my certifications, am I okay with not getting the offer?

No, certifications and work experience can strengthen your application, but they usually do not fully compensate for a low academic percentage if you do not meet a university’s minimum GPA requirement.

Most Canadian universities have strict minimum academic cutoffs, and falling below these can lead to automatic rejection, regardless of your certifications. Some institutions may consider alternative pathways or holistic admissions, but these are limited and not guaranteed.

If you do not receive an offer due to your percentage, certifications alone are unlikely to change the decision.