Canadian University College admits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, handicap or national origin. Canadian University College is sponsored by the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church.  Although a significant number of our students come from an SDA background, all students who are interested in living and studying in a Christian context are welcome to apply.

Follow the links below to find the requirements for admission.

For regular admission, here are the basics of what you need to provide:

(Refer to the online Academic Calendar for further detail.)

• Your high school diploma must include a minimum of four grade twelve subjects, with final scores of 60% or higher.

• Depending on the degree or diploma program for which you are applying, the four required subjects are defined as follows: (See Grade 12 Provincial Comparison Chart for details of equivalent courses.)
   

  Program	Required High School Prerequisites
  Four-Year Degrees
  Adventure Based Counseling, BA	English 30, Three other 30-level courses
  Bachelor of Business Administration, BBA	English 30, Pure Math 30 Two other 30-level courses
  Bachelor of Education, BEd	English 30, Pure or Applied Math 30, Two other 30-level courses Students who are entering minors or specializations in Biology, Chemistry, or Mathematics are recommended to complete Pure Math 30, Biology 30, and Chemistry 30, in addition to English 30.
  Behavioral Science, BA	English 30, Pure Math 30 Two other 30-level courses
  English, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  Music, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  Religious Studies, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  Biology, BSc	English 30, Pure Math 30, Biology 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30
  Psychology, BSc	English 30, Pure Math 30, One 30-level laboratory science, and one other 30-level course (laboratory science preferred)
  Three-Year Degrees
  Biology, BSc	English 30, Pure Math 30, Biology 30, and Chemistry 30
  Business Administration, BA	English 30, Pure Math 30 Two other 30-level courses
  English, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  General Studies, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  General Studies, BSc	English 30, Pure Math 30, One 30-level laboratory science, and one other 30-level course (laboratory science preferred)
  History, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  International Health and Wilderness Studies, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  Music, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  Outdoor Adventure Business Studies, BA	English 30, Pure Math 30 Two other 30-level courses
  Outward Pursuits, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  Psychology, BSc	English 30, Pure Math 30, One 30-level laboratory science, and one other 30-level course (laboratory science preferred)
  Religious Studies, BA	English 30 Three other 30-level courses
  Wellness Management, BSc	English 30, Pure Math 30, One 30-level laboratory science, and one other 30-level course (laboratory science preferred)
  Diploma (Two-Year)
  Adventure Based Counseling	English 30 Three other 30-level courses

Alternately, you may qualify for regular admission as a transfer student, by presenting a transcript from another postsecondary school with a minimum of nine credits and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0, or equivalent.

What happens if I don’t meet these requirements?

If you do not meet the above requirements for regular admission, you may still qualify for probationary admission, home school/unaccredited high school admission, or special admission.  (Please contact the Admissions Office to discuss your options.)

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PROBATIONARY ADMISSION

Under probationary admission you may present a high school diploma with fewer than four grade 12 subjects, or a GED test with an average score of 50 on all five sections and no individual score below 45.  Under probationary admission you will be required to complete the course UNIV 100, Becoming a Master Student, in your first term of study and may also be required to complete specific academic upgrading courses in your first year. 

HOME SCHOOL/ UNACCREDITED HIGH SCHOOL ADMISSION

Applicants who have completed high school in a home school setting or through an unaccredited secondary school may be offered provisional admission. Details of a completed high school program must be submitted. In addition, one of the following must be provided and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis:

1.      Official transcript of diploma examination scores for prerequisite courses with scores of 60% or higher or

2.      GED certificate with an average score of 50 on the five sections, with no individual score below 45 (minimum age requirements for testing differ from one location to another) or

3.      ACT official score report with a composite score above the 50 percentile mark or

4.      SAT official score report with a minimum 50 percentile ranking in each of the reading, writing, and math sections.

SPECIAL ADMISSION

Under special admission, you may fall into one of three categories as an unclassified student:

1.   You do not meet the academic requirements for regular or probationary admission, but you have received approval from CUC’s Academic VP or Registrar to enrol in one or more courses without pursuing an academic program.

2.   You are only one to two classes short of completing your high school diploma, and your principal has given written permission for you to enrol in college courses.

3.   You meet the academic requirements for admission, but have chosen to enrol in one or more courses without pursuing an academic program. 

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For regular admission, here are the basics of what you need to provide:
(Refer to the online Academic Calendar for further detail.)

• Your high school transcript must indicate that graduation requirements have been met with a minimum GPA of 2.0 or equivalent.
   
• The following semester credits (or equivalent) should be recorded on your high school transcript: (Please note that there is some flexibility depending on the degree or diploma program for which you are applying; please contact the Admissions Office to discuss your options.)

English: 40 semester credits
History: 20 semester credits
Social Studies: 10 semester credits
Algebra I: 10 semester credits
Geometry: 10 semester credits
Mathematics: 20 semester credits
Science: 10 semester credits
Lab Science: 20 semester credits

• An official score report must be provided for either the ACT with a minimum composite score of 21 or the SAT with a minimum V+M score of 990.

Alternately, you may qualify for regular admission as a transfer student, by presenting a transcript from another postsecondary school with a minimum of nine credits and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0, or equivalent.

What happens if I don’t meet these requirements?

If you do not meet the above requirements for regular admission, you may still qualify for probationary admission or special admission. (Please contact the Admissions Office to discuss your options.)

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PROBATIONARY ADMISSION
You may qualify for probationary admission under the following conditions:

• Your high school transcript must indicate that graduation requirements have been met with a minimum GPA of 2.0 or equivalent.
• The following semester credits (or equivalent) should be recorded on your high school transcript:

English: 40 semester credits
History: 20 semester credits
Algebra: I 10 semester credits
Geometry: 10 semester credits
Science: 10 semester credits
Lab Science: 10 semester credits

• An official score report must be provided for either the ACT with a minimum composite score of 19 or the SAT with a minimum V+M score of 900

Alternately, you may present a GED test score with an average of 50 on all five sections and no individual score below 45.

Under probationary admission you will be required to complete the course UNIV 100, Becoming a Master Student, in your first term of study and may also be required to complete specific academic upgrading courses in your first year.

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Academic Requirements: I am from outside North America

If you have completed high school outside of Canada or the US, Canadian University College cannot assess your transcripts without an evaluation from IQAS, the International Qualification Assessment Service of the Government of Alberta, Canada. When you mail your international transcripts to IQAS, they will provide a report to Canadian University College that explains the equivalent level of education you would have received had you studied in Alberta, Canada. The admissions committee will then make a decision on your application on the basis of the IQAS report.

The IQAS report that is required for assessing secondary (high school) transcripts is called an Assessment for Educational Institution.

The IQAS report that is required if you have taken any post-secondary schooling outside of Canada or the US, and wish to receive transfer credit to Canadian University College, is called a Description of Course Work.

The application form and fee schedule for these assessments are provided in the admissions package that Canadian University College mails to international applicants. Alternately, you can obtain more information about IQAS, and download the application forms for this service by visiting the IQAS website at www.learning.gov.ab.ca/iqas/iqas.asp).

Please note that you may not need to apply for an IQAS evaluation if one of the following situations applies to you:

• You have completed your secondary education at a school accredited through a North American institution. If this situation applies to you, please refer to the Academic Requirements for US Applicants
• You have taken a standardized North American test such as the GED, SAT or ACT, and meet the requirements for Admission by Examination.
• You have taken postsecondary courses from a Seventh-day Adventist college or university accredited through the Adventist Accrediting Association. If this situation applies to you, you may qualify for regular admission as a transfer student, by presenting a postsecondary transcript with a minimum of nine credits and a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0, or equivalent.

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Academic Requirements: Admission by Examination

Please see the Academic Calendar for Admission by Exam requirements.
 

Language Requirements

Please see the Academic Calendar for English Language Proficiency requirements.
 

What will it cost?

We would like to offer you an education for free.  However, the is not possible.  Please see the Student Finance page for more detailed information regarding student loans and scholarships.

Please download financial application forms and information here.

Canadian Applicants	US, Australian & Bermudian Applicants	International Applicants

Where can I live?

CUC’s dormitory, Lakeview Hall, offers a comfortable, homey and spacious atmosphere with a fantastic view of Lake Barnett. As well, married and mature student housing options are available through the University College with convenient access to campus facilities.

To qualify for residing outside the dormitory, students under the age of 23 must meet certain criteria and obtain the approval of the Student Services Department. (Refer to the online Academic Calendar for further detail.)

For more information on housing, please contact admissions.  You may also contact Off-Campus housing for more information regarding non-dorm accommodation.

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How do I apply?

Step 1

Complete an "Application for Academic Admission".

Mail application to the Office of Admissions, or fax to 403-782-2455.

Step 2

Contact previously attended school(s)* to request that your official academic transcripts be forwarded to:

Office of Admissions
5415 College Avenue
Lacombe, AB
T4L 2E5 CANADA

Step 3

Arrange to have 2 individuals who know you well, but are not directly related to you, fill out and mail or fax in a personal recommendation on your behalf. Download form here.

Step 4

Provide proof of citizenship (copy of birth certificate, permenent resident card, citizenship card, or passport).

Step 5

Complete financial arrangements. [Canadian] [US, Australian & Bermudian] [International]

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Can I transfer credits in?

Please see the Academic Calendar for information regarding transferring of credits.
 

How do I obtain a Study Permit (visa)?

Any student from outside Canada must apply for a Study Permit through Citizenship and Immigration Canada for their anticipated period of study within Canada. Detailed information can be found on the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website: www.cic.gc.ca.

An official acceptance letter is an important document you will need for acquiring this Study Permit. Canadian University College issues this to you after you have fulfilled requirements for both Academic and Financial admission.

International students from outside the US must complete the Study Permit application process at their nearest Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) office (embassy/consulate). However US students are not required to complete the process until entering Canada. Although they can complete the process ahead of time at their nearest CIC office, most US students apply for their Study Permit at the port of entry, if they are entering Canada by air, or at the border, if they are driving.

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CHECKLIST FOR APPLYING FOR A STUDY PERMIT:

1. Your official acceptance letter from Canadian University College (sealed)
2. A completed “Application for a Study Permit” form (available to download from www.cic.gc.ca)
3. Personal identification:
   Birth certificate
   Passport (if available)
   Photo driver’s license (or other photo ID, if unavailable)
   Any other forms of ID
4. Personal and family financial information:
   Current bank statements both personal and parental
   Savings account passbooks
   Any receipts from Canadian University College for deposits made
5. The fee for a Study Permit document: $125 Canadian Dollars

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Can I come for a visit?

Yes! Come and discover Canadian University College! Marketing and Enrolment Services is pleased to host prospective students to CUC. You may attend a scheduled College Days weekend in the fall or spring. If that’s not convenient, you may choose to arrange a visit at another time.

College Days Weekends

College Days weekends are designed primarily for high school and college-aged students considering CUC as an option for their educational future. If you fit this description and have never attended a CUC College Days event, we’d like you to come and explore what we’re all about.

When to Come
Three weekends have been designated for College Days, two in the fall and one during the spring. Contact us for dates.

Whichever weekend you choose, arrange your travel so you arrive on campus by Thursday afternoon and depart by Sunday evening.

Our closest international airports are Edmonton (1 hour away) and Calgary (1.5 hours away). We’ll be happy to work through the travel details with you.

What to look forward to
Academic advising, campus tour, career testing, Church and Vespers services, class visitations, giveaways, scholarships, a visit to the world’s largest shopping centre – West Edmonton Mall, and various campus activities as scheduled.

What it will cost
Total cost per person is $150. That will cover your travel, food, lodging and entertainment for the weekend. We will refund you $100 upon enrolment and completion of one school term at CUC.

How to arrange your visit
Each participant must submit a College Days application form. Click on the forms to download. You may mail or fax the forms to Marketing and Enrolment Services.

5415 College Avenue
Lacombe, AB
Canada T4L 2E5
Fax: 403.782.2455

All visits and travel arrangements must be authorized by Marketing and Enrolment Services three weeks prior to arrival.

Call or email us for more information:

Toll free: 1.800.661.8129 x1
Local: 403.782.3381 x4007
Email: visit@cauc.ca

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Visits outside of college days

If you are not able to attend a scheduled College Days weekend, come when it’s convenient for you. However, you will be responsible for your own travel costs.

Upon arrival and subject to availability, we will provide you with the following for up to three full days:

• A dorm room for you and your parent(s) or guardian(s) 

• Campus tour

• Meals at the cafeteria

• Meetings with representatives from various departments (i.e. academic departments, admissions, student finance)

For maximum availability of staff to meet your needs, it is best to arrange your visit so you are on campus at least one regular weekday (Monday-Thursday) or Friday morning.

All visits and travel arrangements must be authorized by Marketing and Enrolment Services three weeks prior to arrival.

Each prospective student visiting will be required to submit one recommendation form. Click on the form to download.

You may mail or fax the campus visit forms to Marketing and Enrolment Services.

5415 College Avenue
Lacombe, AB
Canada T4L 2E5
Fax: 403.782.2455

Call or email us for more information:
Toll free: 1.800.661.8129 x1
Local: 403.782.3381 x4007
Email: visit@cauc.ca

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