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IMPORTANT NOTE: ADMISSIONS APPLICATION CLOSED, REOPENING OCT. 1

Our admissions application is currently undergoing system maintenance. Applications for Jan. 2025 and the 2025-26 academic year will open on Oct. 1.

With one application for admission and scholarships, applying to Mount Allison is easy!

The following steps to apply are for new students applying to an undergraduate degree at Mount Allison.

This includes Canadian and international high school students, mature students, and transfer students — as well as students applying from an established pathway program with Mount Allison.

Separate applications are available for exchange students, visiting students, returning students, and graduate students.

Not sure what type of student you are?

High school student
Apply as a high school student if you're still in high school OR if you've earned a high school diploma but haven't completed any credits at a college or university and are under the age of 22.

Transfer student
Apply as a transfer student if you've received a high school diploma and completed coursework at a college or university.

Mature student
Apply as a mature student if you're 22 or older, have received a high school diploma, and haven't completed any credits at a college or university.

Exchange student
Apply as an exchange student if you're currently attending one of Mount Allison's international partner institutions and wish to take part in an exchange with Mount Allison.

Visiting student
Apply as a visiting student if you're pursuing post-secondary studies at another recognized university or college, and want to complete coursework at Mount Allison. Typically, visiting students do not intend to obtain a degree from Mount Allison, but want to transfer credits to their home institution.

Former student
Apply for re-admission if you've previously attended at least one semester at Mount Allison and have been absent for a year or more OR if you've already graduated. If you've been absent for less than a year, you don't have to re-apply.

Graduate student
Apply as a graduate student if you have an undergraduate degree and you're seeking a Master of Science degree at Mount Allison.


Apply in three easy steps!

Our admissions team will be there for you every step of the way — starting with your initial contact, right up to your arrival on campus.

Submit your application

ADMISSIONS APPLICATION CLOSED, REOPENING OCT. 1

Our admissions application is currently undergoing system maintenance. Applications for Jan. 2025 and the 2025-26 academic year will open on Oct. 1.

If you've already applied, you can still

 
Indigenous students

Indigenous students have the option to self-identify on their application under 'Indigenous Peoples of Canada Self-Identification'. This is optional.

Our Indigenous Affairs Coordinator will reach out to students to offer Indigenous support services on campus.

This information will not influence admission decisions.

All Indigenous students can access Indigenous support programs and services, even if they do not self-identify on their application.

Students with disabilities

Students with disabilities have the option to self-identify on their application. This is optional.

Our Disability Services Advisor will reach out to students to offer accessibility services.

This information will not influence admission decisions.

All students with documented disabilities can register for accessibility services, even if they do not self-identify on their application.

First-generation students

First-generation students — the first students in their families to attend university — have the option to self-identify on their application. This is optional.

First-generation students will be invited to access first-generation services and programs.

This information will not influence admission decisions.

All first-generation students can access services and programs, even if they do not self-identify on their application.

Submit your supporting documents

High school students

If you're in high school, transcripts are needed to determine if you've met our admission requirements. Submit the following through your MtA application account, depending on when you apply:

Early admission (Oct.-Jan.)

  • Final Grade 11 transcript
  • Grade 12 course list
  • Mid-year Grade 12 transcript required when available

General admission (Feb.-Aug.)

  • Mid-year Grade 12 transcript
  • Final high school transcript if available

Supporting documents for scholarships: when you apply, submit supporting documents for scholarship consideration (if applicable).

Final official transcript: once you've completed your academic year, official transcripts must be sent directly to Mount Allison from your high school by mail, fax, or e-mail.

Transfer students

You're a transfer student if you've received a high school diploma, and completed any coursework at a college or university.

  • Your most up-to-date post-secondary transcripts from all institutions attended and final high school transcripts
  • A letter of intent outlining academic/professional goals and addressing any academic discrepancies (if applicable)

Transfer credits

You can only apply for transfer credits once you've been accepted to Mount Allison and you've accepted your offer of admission by paying your registration deposit.

Learn more about transfer credits.

Mature students

You're a mature student if you're 22 or older, have received a high school diploma, and haven't completed any credits at a college or university.

In addition to transcripts, you must submit:

  • a letter of intent that outlines your personal and career goals and explains why you want to attend Mount Allison
  • an updated resume noting any relevant educational and professional experience
International students

You're an international student if you're not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.

In addition to transcripts, you must also submit:

English language proficiency

If English is not your first language, you may be asked to provide proof of English proficiency.

To submit your transcripts and other documentation, upload all your documents in your .

Check the 'supplemental items' section in our MtA application account to see what other documents may be required.


Additional applications and documentation by program:

Bachelor of Music (BMus)

For students applying to the Bachelor of Music (BMus) only.

In addition to the general University admission application, you must also:

  • submit a Music application
  • audition
  • take a music entrance assessment
  • submit a letter of reference

Find out more about applying to the Bachelor of Music.

Feb. 10 — Deadline to submit your Music application, entrance assessment, and letter of reference

Fine Arts (BFA or BA Fine Arts)

For students applying to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Fine Arts.

In addition to the general University admission application, you must also submit:

  • a Fine Arts application
  • a portfolio

Find out more about applying to Fine Arts.

Feb. 15 — Deadline for Fine Arts application and portfolio

Aviation

Please indicate 'aviation' as your intended major when applying to:

  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Aviation
  • Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) — Aviation
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA) — Aviation

Before you can officially be admitted into the aviation program, you must complete your first year at Mount Allison.

To be admitted into the aviation program, you must:

  • Have second-year standing (have earned a min. 24 credits)
  • Obtain a Transport Canada Category 1 medical certificate
  • Pass a formal English language proficiency test from MFC Training

Once admitted into the aviation program, your flight training can begin.

Accept your offer

Once you've applied:

We will keep you in the loop every step of the way! You will receive an e-mail when:

  • your application has been submitted
  • your supporting documents are received
  • your application is complete and being reviewed

If you receive an offer of admission, you will be notified of the decision by e-mail and letter.

Otherwise, we will send you a letter in the mail.

Please note: applications received after March 1 (our scholarships and bursaries deadline) may experience a delay in an admission decision. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Once you're accepted:

Congratulations! Confirm your intent to attend Mount Allison and accept any awarded scholarships by paying your registration deposit (non-refundable) by May 1.

  • $100 for Canadian citizens and permanent residents
  • International Students: Once you receive an unconditional offer of admission, you will be notified via email with further instructions on paying your registration deposit to confirm your intent to attend Mount Allison. 

Pay your registration deposit

Once your deposit is received and processed, your deposit confirmation will be e-mailed to your @mta.ca e-mail account.

For international students

You are required to complete the Immigration, Refugee, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) study permit application and be approved in order to study in Canada.

We strongly encourage you to begin the application process as soon as possible to ensure you are able to join us in time for your intended entry term.

International students need to provide a provincial attestation letter (PAL) from the province or territory where they plan to study before they apply for a study permit. We will be reviewing all students who have received an unconditional offer of admission for PAL eligibility, and eligible applicants will receive an email inviting them to complete the next steps in the PAL process. 

In order to receive your Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) and Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for your study permit application, you must:

  • have an unconditional offer of admission
  • receive an invitation email from Mount Allison outlining further steps to accept your offer of admission and complete the PAL process.

Please check if you require a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) for your study permit application.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact international@mta.ca.


What's next?

Once you're admitted to Mount Allison, follow our helpful guide for the steps you'll need to take on your way to arriving to Mount Allison!

Admitted students