Acadia University: Rankings, Courses & Admissions

Education and USPs of Acadia University

• The university offers a liberal and welcoming environment for students. 
• It promotes a scholarly community based on research and critical thinking that spurs higher global engagement and leadership. 
• The institution offers various co-op placements and study abroad options for students, along with community volunteering work and close engagement and collaborations with faculty. 
• There are four faculties, namely Pure and Applied Sciences, Arts, Professional Studies, and Theology, with 200+ degree combinations for undergraduate and graduate courses. 
• Popular majors include kinesiology, biology, English, marketing, environmental studies, and more. 
• The average class size is 28, while the institution has awarded $5 million in scholarships to date. 
• It spreads over a 250-acre campus. 
• 80% of the programs at the university are co-op courses. 
• The student-to-faculty ratio is 14:1. 
• There are more than 70 organizations and clubs for students. 

Acadia University’s acceptance rate is 65%. There is a dedicated Co-Op program available for 80% of various degree courses. It offers professional salaries to students, helping them cover their education costs. The three co-op work durations will equate to one year of earnings. The co-op offers students excellent opportunities for gaining work experience while building a rewarding future career ahead. The undergraduate and graduate students are paid $12.95 and $15 per hour. 

Famous Alumni of Acadia University

The list of famous alumni at the institution includes the following names: 

• Joanne M. Kelly, actress. 
• Edward Charles Kennedy Stewart, politician, and academician. 
• Peter Gordon MacKay, politician, and lawyer. 
• David H. Levy, science writer, astronomer, and discoverer of Comet-Shoemaker-Levy 9 in 1993. 
• Alexandra Fuller, author. 
• Roger F. Tomlinson, geographer and the father of GIS. 
• Jacob Gould Schurman, educator and diplomat. 
• William Andrew White II, first black officer, and chaplain in the British Army. 
• Lorie Kane, professional golfer.

Address

15 University Ave, Wolfville, NS B4P 2R6, Canada. 

Public/Private Status

Acadia University is a public institution. 

Acadia University Rankings

The Center for World University Rankings (CWUR) has ranked Acadia University 1941 as its World Rank and 43 as its National Rank.

Top Offered Courses at Acadia University 

Some of the top courses include the following: 

• Applied Science 
• BBA
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Computer Science
• Classical Studies
• Economics
• Education 
• English 
• Engineering 
• History
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Kinesiology 
• Philosophy 
• Applied Geomatics
• Community Development 
• Environmental Science 
• Theology 

The Acadia University’s fees are $18,973.50 for international undergraduate students (full-time with nine or higher credit hours), while they are $19,158 for international postgraduate students for one year. It works out to INR 14.13-14.37 lakh on average. 

Required Exams for Acadia University

The list of Acadia University’s requirements includes several standardized examinations. They are as follows: 

Undergraduate Applicants

• IELTS- 6.5.
• TOEFL iBT- 90. 
• PELM (Proof of English language Mastery Online)- 65. 
• CAEL- 70. 
• PTE Academic- 61. 
• Cambridge B2 First Exam- 180. 

Postgraduate Applicants

• TOEFL iBT- 93. 
• IELTS- 6.5. 
• CAEL- 70. 
• PTE Academic- 61. 

These are the minimum recommended scores for Acadia University admissions. 

Admission Requirements for Acadia University

• Grade 12, English, and four Grade 12 courses for general admissions. 
• A minimum average of 70% for all programs. 
• Indians require HSC (higher secondary certificate) with a minimum overall percentage of 60%. 
• English language proficiency test scores. 
• Those not fulfilling the language criteria may complete the EAP program at Acadia University. 
• Master’s applicants should have a four-year bachelor’s or honors degree. 
• Those without bachelor’s degrees in their chosen fields may have to take required undergraduate courses to meet equivalent Acadia University standards. 
• A minimum average of B- with 70% or 60 credit hours of study at university inclusive of coursework. 
• Indian candidates should get a minimum of second division (50% or B) for admission. 

Available Scholarships at Acadia University

• Entrance Scholarships- These are automatically given to eligible students applying for admission. These are given to secondary-level, high school, or transfer students getting at least 80% in their required courses. The average is calculated by adding the final Grade 11 and first semester (Grade 12) course results. Transfer students will need a 3.5 GPA or 80% marks. 
• Renewable High-Value Scholarships- Eligible students may get $40,000 (INR 30 lakh) over four years as part of the Chancellor’s Scholarship. They may also get $32,000 (INR 24 lakh) over four years under the Board of Governor’s Scholarship. Other scholarships include the International Baccalaureate Scholarship of $24,000 (INR 18 lakh) for four years and the President’s Scholarship of $28,000 (INR 21 lakh) for four years. 

About Placements at Acadia University

The Co-op program at Acadia University comes with national accreditation and enables attractive remuneration for students along with a chance to build a solid foundation for their future. They gain invaluable experience while building diverse skill sets throughout their course duration. They also develop their network and industry contacts while exploring various potential jobs. Employers throughout Canada recruit co-op students from the institution for multiple projects and even during peak seasons. 

Many co-op students get full-time job offers after graduating as well. Additionally, there are career planning and assessment services offered by Acadia University. Students may opt for Career Counseling services that function through two modules: The Strong Interest Inventory and the Myers Briggs Personality Indicator. 

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