Partner university · Wolfville, Canada

Acadia University

A small liberal arts university in Nova Scotia with strong undergraduate teaching and small class sizes. Wolfville, Canada. Direct entry through GESCO.

From CAD 25,173Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1838University
3,574Students

About the university

Why students choose Acadia University

A small liberal arts university in Nova Scotia with strong undergraduate teaching and small class sizes.

We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.

Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.

Ways inDirect entry

Photos: Acadia University, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.

Entry requirements

Applying from Jordan

Source: www2.acadiau.ca

Jordanian Tawjihi

Acadia's admissions guideline for students from Jordan is the Tawjihi with a minimum of 70%.

Master's entry (Jordan)

For graduate programs, Acadia's guideline for Jordanian degree holders is 80% (B or 3.0/4.0) for admission, with 84% needed for internal scholarship consideration.

IB Diploma

IB applicants need the full Diploma including IB English with an overall score of 24 or better.

Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.

Fees and scholarships

What Acadia University costs in 2026-2027

Undergraduate range covers standard programs and the Bachelor of Education; graduate range covers two-year (per year) and one-year master's programs.

International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at www2.acadiau.ca. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.

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Programmes

Popular courses at Acadia University

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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.

How it works

Your application to Acadia University, step by step

  1. 1

    Free consultation

    We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Acadia University is realistic.

  2. 2

    Choose your course and route

    We match you to the right course and intake.

  3. 3

    Application and offer

    We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.

  4. 4

    Scholarship check

    We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.

  5. 5

    Student visa

    Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.

  6. 6

    Arrival

    Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.

Questions

Studying at Acadia University: common questions

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How much does Acadia University cost for international students?

International undergraduate fees for 2026-2027 start from CAD 25,173 a year and go up to CAD 26,190, depending on the course. Undergraduate range covers standard programs and the Bachelor of Education; graduate range covers two-year (per year) and one-year master's programs.

Does Acadia University offer scholarships to international students?

Yes. Entrance Scholarships (CAD 500 to 2,500); Scholar-bursaries and renewable high-value scholarships (Up to CAD 80,000 over 4 years). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.

Is there a foundation route into Acadia University?

GESCO applies to Acadia University by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.

Where is Acadia University?

Acadia University is in Wolfville, Canada. It was founded in 1838.

Does GESCO charge me to apply to Acadia University?

The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Acadia University directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.

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Interested in Acadia University?

Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.

  • Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
  • A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
  • No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so

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