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Overview

Acadia University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada. Established in 1838, Acadia University (AU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Department of Advanced Education. AU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 188-year-old Canadian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 60-69%. This makes it a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Acadia University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Acadia University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Acadia University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Acadia University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym AU
Founded 1838
Motto In pulvere vinces
In dust, you conquer
Colours Garnet and blue
Mascot

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Location

Address 15 University Avenue
Wolfville
B4P 2R6 Nova Scotia
Canada
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Acadia University Phone Number (902) 542 1016
Acadia University Fax Number (902) 585 1092
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Acadia University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Advanced Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Acadia University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Acadia University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Acadia University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Acadia University's academic range and degree level offering.



Acadia University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

Acadia University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Acadia University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Acadia University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Acadia University.



Acadia University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro)
International
students		 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Acadia University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Acadia University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Acadia University Admission Info


Acadia University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Acadia University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Acadia University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Acadia University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Acadia University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Acadia University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Acadia University's Admission Office Admission Office

15 University Ave, PO Box 40
Wolfville B4P 2R6
(902) 585 1016


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Size and Profile

Acadia University Size and Profile


Acadia University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Acadia University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Acadia University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Acadia University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Acadia University's Control Type Control Type

Acadia University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Acadia University's Entity Type Entity Type

Acadia University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Acadia University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Acadia University's main campus is located in a rural setting, meaning it is situated in a countryside or less densely populated area, away from major cities.


Acadia University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Acadia University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Acadia University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Acadia University is None Religious Affiliation

None. formerly Baptist



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Facilities and Services

Acadia University Facilities


Acadia University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Acadia University's Library


Acadia University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Acadia University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Acadia University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Acadia University Services


Acadia University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Acadia University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Acadia University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Acadia University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Acadia University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Acadia University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Acadia University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Faculty of Arts
  • Faculty of Pure and Applied Science
  • Faculty of Professional Studies and Theology

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Memberships and Affiliations

Acadia University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Acadia University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities Canada (UC)
  • Maple League of Universities (MLU)
  • Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID)
  • Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE)
  • Canadian University Press (CUP)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acadia University public or private?

Acadia University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Acadia University profit or non-profit?

Acadia University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Acadia University in terms of enrollment?

Acadia University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Acadia University in terms of academic staff?

Acadia University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Acadia University a coeducational institution?

Acadia University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Acadia University use?

Acadia University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Acadia University affiliated with?

None. formerly Baptist

Does Acadia University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Acadia University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Acadia University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Acadia University AU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro). International students: 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Acadia University AU located?

Acadia University is located in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada. Address: 15 University Avenue.

Is Acadia University AU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Acadia University is accredited by Department of Advanced Education (since ).

Does Acadia University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Acadia University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Acadia University have a university library?

Yes

Does Acadia University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Acadia University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Acadia University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Acadia University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Acadia University offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Acadia University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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