Application and Registration

New students (not currently enrolled at Acadia University):

Apply to Acadia University using the undergraduate application for online courses
- Select "Independent" as your program
- Indicate in the Notes section which online course(s) you are interested in
Provide appropriate transcripts
We will confirm your acceptance within 3-4 business days and provide information on registering for your courses

Students applying for Graduate Education online courses as Independent students should visit the Master of Education website for courses and application information.

Acadia University students (currently enrolled, or have taken a course within the past 12 months):

Register via Acadia Central by selecting courses from the "Distance/Online" term
Pay tuition to complete your registration

Your Responsibilities

It is your responsibility to be familiar with the academic calendar, and to pay the appropriate fees.

Fees for Online Courses

Admission Fees
Undergraduate	$40
Bachelor of Education	$35
Graduate	$50

Tuition Fees (effective September 2020)
Undergraduate, 3-credit-hour course, Canadian*	$1,232
Undergraduate, 3-credit-hour course, International*	$2,221
Graduate, 3-credit-hour course, Canadian	$1,167
Graduate, 3-credit-hour course, International	$2,402
Pre-University (Chem 0110, Math 0110, and Math 0120), Canadian	$525
Pre-University (Chem 0110, Math 0110, and Math 0120), International	$1050

Course extension (up to 6 months)	$150
Withdrawal Fees	Learn more
Service Fees (NSF, Letter of Permission, Transcripts, etc.)	Acadia University service fees apply

* With written permission of your Department Head / Director and the Director of Open Acadia, students may request registration in an undergraduate online course as part of their full-time tuition fee for the upcoming 2020-21 academic year. This must be completed on or before the last day to add/change each term (September 30, 2020 for Fall; January 27, 2021 for Winter). Registrations processed after these dates will be subject to per-course tuition fee charges. This is only for full-time students and will not be considered for overload situations. Requests for electives are not likely to be approved (unless there is a compelling case made by the Department Head / Director). Permission will only be given in cases where no viable regular term option is available.

Payment Options

Online		Online banking Wire transfer Additional payment options
By Mail or In Person	Registrar's Office University Hall 15 University Ave Acadia University Wolfville, NS B4P2R6	Debit Cash Cheque Money order Additional payment options

For more information, please visit the Office of Student Accounts.

Canada Student Loan

You must complete your open-entry online courses by September 1 if you are returning to full-time studies, or the amount of your loan for fall-winter may be affected. For more information about Canada Student Loans, please visit our Government Loans Financial Aid Page.

Income Tax Exemption

The Tuition and Education Credit Certificate, Income Tax T-2202A form, is available from Acadia Central. Login to your account and then select the Tax Form (T2202A) option from My Account on the main menu. The Education Tax Credit applies only to courses completed within a four month term. Open entry online courses do not qualify unless completed within the four month fall, winter or intersession terms.

If the credit card is not in your name, written permission from the card owner is required. You are responsible for any fees associated with an NSF cheque or a declined credit card.

If you are paying by student loan, the loan application must accompany your registration form. Your registration cannot be processed without this application unless arrangements have been made with Acadia's Student Accounts Office. This can be done by calling 902-585-1297.

Scholarships and Bursaries

For information on scholarships, please visit Acadia's Scholarships and Financial Assistance page.