Acadia University | Ranking & Review (2023)

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University Overview

Founded in 1838, Acadia University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Wolfville (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Nova Scotia. Officially recognized by the Department of Labour and Advanced Education of Nova Scotia, Acadia University (AU) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Canadian higher education institution. Acadia University (AU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 184 years old Canadian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Canadian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. AU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

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University Identity

NameAcadia University
AcronymAU
Founded1838
MottoIn pulvere vinces
In dust, you conquer
ColoursGarnet and blue
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University Location

Address15 University Avenue
Wolfville
B4P 2R6 Nova Scotia
Canada
Tel +1 (902) 542 1016
Fax +1 (902) 585 1092

Study Areas and Degree Levels

uniRank Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix
UndergraduatePostgraduate
PreBach degrees Bachelor degreesMaster degreesDoctoral degrees




Engineering

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Pre-Bachelor degrees

It includes undergraduate certificates, diplomas, foundation or associate degrees that usually take less than 2 years to complete

Master degrees

It includes postgraduate master degrees that usually take between 1 to 3 years to complete

Doctoral degree

It includes postgraduate doctorate degrees that usually take over 4 years to complete

Arts & Humanities

This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:

  • Applied Arts
  • Classics
  • Design
  • Education
  • Fine Arts
  • History
  • Literature
  • Museum Studies
  • Performing Arts
  • Philosophy
  • Religion and Theology
  • Visual Arts
  • Other Arts & Humanities Studies

Business & Social Sciences

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This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:

  • Accounting / Finance
  • Anthropology / Archaeology
  • Business / Commerce / Management
  • Communication and Media Studies
  • Development Studies
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • Law
  • Library and Information Science
  • Physical Education / Sport Science
  • Political and International Studies
  • Social Policy / Public Administration
  • Social Work
  • Sociology / Psychology
  • Tourism / Hospitality
  • Other Business & Social Science Studies

Language & Cultural

This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:

  • Aboriginal / Indigenous People Studies
  • African Studies
  • American & Caribbean Studies
  • Ancient and Modern Languages
  • Asian Studies
  • English Studies
  • European Studies
  • French Studies
  • Germanic Studies
  • Indian / South Asian Studies
  • Italian Studies
  • Middle Eastern Studies
  • Portuguese Studies
  • Russian / Eastern European Studies
  • Spanish Studies
  • Other Language & Cultural Studies

Medicine & Health

This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:

  • Anaesthesia
  • Anatomy
  • Biomedical Science
  • Dentistry
  • Dermatology
  • Medicine / Surgery
  • Natural / Alternative Medicine
  • Nursing
  • Obstetrics / Gynaecology
  • Optometry / Ophthalmology
  • Orthopaedics
  • Otorhinolaryngology
  • Pediatrics
  • Pathology
  • Podiatry
  • Psychiatry
  • Radiography
  • Speech / Rehabilitation / Physiotherapy
  • Other Medical & Health Studies

This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:

  • Aeronautical Engineering
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Architectural Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil and Environmental Engineering
  • Computer and IT Engineering
  • Electronic and Electrical Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Geological Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering
  • Mining and Metallurgical Engineering
  • Other Engineering Studies

Science & Technology

This University offers courses in at least one of the following subjects:

  • Agriculture / Forestry / Botany
  • Aquaculture / Marine Science
  • Architecture
  • Aviation
  • Biology / Biochemistry / Microbiology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer / Information Technology
  • Energy / Environmental Studies
  • Food Science
  • Geology
  • Mathematics / Statistics
  • Multimedia
  • Neuroscience
  • Pharmacy / Pharmacology
  • Physics
  • Textiles and Fibre Science
  • Zoology / Veterinary Science
  • Other Science & Technology Studies

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Important: please contact or visit the official website of Acadia University for detailed information on areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above uniRank Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date or complete.

Yearly Tuition Range

uniRank Tuition Range Matrix
UndergraduatePostgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,500 US$
(3,700-5,500 Euro)
7,500-10,000 US$
(5,500-7,400 Euro)
International
students
12,500-15,000 US$
(9,200-11,000 Euro)
17,500-20,000 US$
(12,900-14,700 Euro)

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Important: the above uniRank Tuition Range Matrix does not include room, board or other external costs; tuition may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact the appropriate Acadia University's office for detailed information on yearly tuitions which apply to your specific situation and study interest; the above uniRank Tuition Range Matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date or complete.

University Admissions

Gender Men and Women (coed)
International Students Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission
Selection Type Yes, based on students' past academic record and grades
Admission Rate 60-70%
Admission Office15 University Ave, PO Box 40
Wolfville B4P 2R6
(902) 585 1016

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Important: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact the Acadia University's Admission Office for detailed information on a specific admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above University admission information is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Student Enrollment 3,000-3,999
Academic Staff 200-299
Control Type Public
Entity Type Non-Profit
Academic Calendar Semesters
Campus Setting Rural
Religious AffiliationNone

Facilities and Services

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Housing Not reported
Sport Facilities Yes
Financial Aids Not reported
Study Abroad Yes
Distance Learning Yes
Academic CounselingNot reported
Career ServicesNot reported
Institutional HospitalNot reported

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Important: please contact or visit the official website of Acadia University for detailed information on facilities and services provided, including the type of scholarships and other financial aids offered to local or international students; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Accreditations

Institutional Accreditation

Department of Labour and Advanced Education of Nova Scotia


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially accredit, charter, license or, more generally, recognize Acadia University as a whole (Institutional Accreditation or Recognition) or its specific programs/courses (Programmatic Accreditation). Memberships and affiliations to organizations which do not imply any formal, extensive and/or legal process of accreditation or recognition are included in the specific Memberships and Affiliations section below. Please report errors and additions taking into consideration the above criteria.

Memberships and Affiliations

  • 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)

Academic Structure


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Social Media

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LinkedIn

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Online Courses

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Open Education Global

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FAQs

What is Acadia University known for? ›

Acadia holds more conference and national championships than any other university in Atlantic Canada and has the highest percentage of Academic All-Canadians for primarily undergraduate universities in the country.

What is the best university in Canada 2022? ›

Top 5 universities in Canada
  1. University of Toronto.
  2. University of British Columbia. ...
  3. McGill University. ...
  4. McMaster University. McMaster University is located in Hamilton, Ontario. ...
  5. University of Montreal. The University of Montreal's main teaching language is French. ...

Is Acadia University good for international students? ›

Our small size and welcoming community make us a special destination for international students from over 50 countries. At Acadia, you'll enjoy small class sizes, opportunities to participate in research, a top-rated Co-operative Education program, and individual attention from your professors.

Is Acadia University hard to get into? ›

Student Diversity & Preferred Profile

With an acceptance rate of 65%, Acadia is considered one of the best universities in Canada and is recognized for its quality overall. The competition for admission is moderate.

What is the number 1 university in the world? ›

RankUniversityCountry
RankUniversityCountry
1California Institute of Technology (Caltech)USA
2Harvard UniversityUSA
3Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)USA
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What's the largest university in Canada? ›

The largest university in terms of enrolment is the University of Toronto, which has 84,000 students across campuses in three locations. York University in Toronto has over 50,000 students, the second largest university in terms of enrolment.

What is the Harvard of Canada? ›

Ans. McGill University is Canada's second finest university, trailing only Toronto. This reflects in McGill University's status as Canada's Harvard and Toronto University's status as the country's Oxford.

What is the top 10 college in Canada? ›

  • University of Toronto Toronto, Ontario. ...
  • The University of British Columbia Vancouver, British Columbia. ...
  • University of Alberta Edmonton, Alberta. ...
  • Conestoga College Kitchener, Ontario. ...
  • McGill University Montreal, Quebec. ...
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland St. ...
  • York University Toronto, Ontario. ...
  • Humber College Toronto, Ontario.

Which is the No 1 college in Canada? ›

1. University of Toronto. If you are looking for the finest college in Canada, the University of Toronto is the most suitable option. The university offers a wide range of programmes.

Is Acadia accredited? ›

Overview. Acadia Divinity College is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada and is approved to offer the following degrees: Master of Divinity, Master of Arts (Theology), and Doctor of Ministry degrees.

Why is Acadia College in Canada? ›

Acadia College is an upcoming leader in education and career development. We are a young but ambitious College dedicated to providing both local and international students with the highest quality education possible. Acadia offers programs in Aviation, Business, IT and language.

What is Acadia acceptance rate? ›

Acadia University's acceptance rate is 65%.

What rank is Acadia University? ›

Acadia University Ranking 2020-21 - Center for World University Rankings (CWUR)
Institution NameAcadia University
LocationCanada
World Rank1941
National Rank43
Quality of Education Rank185
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Who owns Acadia? ›

In 1966, the Baptist denomination relinquished direct control over the university. The denomination maintains nine seats on the university's Board of Governors. Acadia is a laureate of Washington's Smithsonian Institution and a part of the permanent research collection of the National Museum of American History.

How hard is it to get into University of New Brunswick? ›

University of New Brunswick Admissions

University of New Brunswick has an acceptance rate of 79%. The application deadline is March 31 and the application fee at University of New Brunswick is $65.

What is the hardest University to get into? ›

1. Harvard University — 3.19% With a record-low admission rate of just 3.19% for the class of 2026, Harvard currently ranks as the most difficult school to get into. This rate reflects admission into Harvard College, the Ivy League university's undergraduate school.

What is the richest University in America? ›

Topping the list at about $53 billion, Harvard has the largest endowment among National Universities at the end of fiscal year 2021, according to data collected by U.S. News in an annual survey.

Who is the best student in the world? ›

Einstein, Darwin, Shakespeare, or Botticelli: We profiled 10 of the most brilliant students of all time and looked at where they studied. Imagine the world without Einstein, Darwin, Shakespeare, or Botticelli.

Which is the cheapest university in Canada for international student? ›

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland. Tuition fees: 2,150 – 11,460 CAD/year. ...
  • University of Regina. Tuition fees: 1,715 – 20,050 CAD/year. ...
  • Royal Roads University. Tuition fees: 3,750 – 27,600 CAD/year. ...
  • University of Saskatchewan. Tuition fees: 4,110 – 24,000 CAD/year. ...
  • Tuition fees: 1,625 – 17,250 CAD/year.
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Which university has the lowest tuition fee in Canada? ›

If you're looking for the most affordable options Canada has to offer, look no further.
  • University of the People.
  • Brandon University.
  • Université de Saint-Boniface.
  • University of Guelph.
  • Canadian Mennonite University.
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland.
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland.

What are the three largest universities in Canada? ›

University of Toronto

University of Ottawa – ranked joint 279. Dalhousie University – ranked joint 291.

Is Acadia University religious? ›

Acadia University, established at Wolfville, Nova Scotia in 1838 has a strong Baptist religious affiliation.

What is the acceptance rate for Acadia University? ›

Acadia University's acceptance rate is 65%.

What is StFX acceptance rate? ›

Matthew Tran - May 12th, 2022. St. Francis Xavier is a moderately selective university, with an acceptance rate of just over 75%. Located in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, StFX is home to around 4,000 students from all across Canada and around the world.

How hard is it to get into Bishop's university? ›

The Bishop's university acceptance rate is 70-75%. The institution is known for its plethora of academic programs in various faculties.

Is Acadia University accreditation? ›

Overview. Acadia Divinity College is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of The Association of Theological Schools in the United States and Canada and is approved to offer the following degrees: Master of Divinity, Master of Arts (Theology), and Doctor of Ministry degrees.

How many students go to Acadia? ›

How many students does Acadia University have? ›

Acadia is a university like nowhere else. With more than 4,300 full- and part-time undergraduate and 500 full- and part-time graduate students, Acadia's balance of academic, emotional, spiritual and athletic education educates the whole person – inside and outside the classroom.

What grades do you need to get into Acadia? ›

Specific program admission guidelines:

A minimum grade of 60% is required in both.

What does college undergraduate mean? ›

An undergraduate degree marks the first step on your higher education path. It describes two kinds of degrees: associate and bachelor's degrees. By earning an undergraduate degree, you can better prepare yourself for a career or position yourself to attend graduate school.

What is university of Toronto acceptance rate? ›

University of Toronto admission statistics

The school has an acceptance rate of 43%, and the average GPA of accepted students sits around 3.6. SAT and ACT scores of accepted students who submitted standardized test scores is also quite high, sitting at around 1330 for SATs and 29 for ACTs.

Is St FX a good university? ›

Francis Xavier University (StFX) is ranked 801 in World University Rankings by Times Higher Education.

Is StFX a good university? ›

One of Canada? s oldest and most prestigious universities, St. Francis Xavier is consistently ranked the best undergraduate university in Canada.

What courses does StFX offer? ›

StFX offers the following Graduate programs:
  • Master of Science (Thesis-based) in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science and Earth Science.
  • Master of Applied Computer Science (Course-based)
  • Master of Arts in Celtic Studies (Thesis-based)
  • Master of Education.
  • Master of Adult Education.
  • PhD in Educational Studies.

Is bishops a good university? ›

Maclean's, Globe & Mail, Huffington Post, the National Survey for Student Engagement (NSSE) and others, all rank Bishop's University as providing one of the best overall student experiences in Canada and having some of the most satisfied students in North America.

What are the requirements to be a bishop? ›

Step 2: Become a Bishop
  • Be least 35 years old.
  • Have been priest for at least five years.
  • Have a doctorate in theology (or equivalent)
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Is Bishops a French university? ›

Bishop's University (French: Université Bishop's) is a small English-language liberal arts university in Lennoxville, a borough of Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada.

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