Does Acadia University have an acceptance rate?

Acadia does not publish an overall acceptance rate - admission is decided per program, each with its own admission average. Overall averages around the mid-80s are competitive for most programs, with top programs requiring higher.

Acadia University

Q: What average do you need to get into Acadia?

Admission is program-by-program. Competitive programs like Political Science require mid-to-high 80s, while more accessible programs admit around mid 70s. A mid-80s overall average is competitive for most Acadia programs.

Nova Scotia's liberal arts gem - small classes, Annapolis Valley beauty, and a genuine community.

Acadia University in Wolfville is one of Canada's most respected primarily undergraduate universities. Nestled in Nova Scotia's Annapolis Valley wine country, Acadia is known for small class sizes, strong school spirit, and academic programs that emphasise close student-faculty relationships. The JDUC residence and campus community are notably strong.

What average do you need to get into Acadia?

There is no single Acadia acceptance rate - admission is program-by-program. Top competitive programs like Political Science require mid-to-high 80s, while programs at the more accessible end admit students with averages around mid 70s. A competitive overall average for most Acadia programs is roughly the mid-80s and up. Check the per-program admission averages below to find your target.

Key Facts

Location: Wolfville, NS
Founded: 1838
Students: 3,800
Maclean's ranking: #4
QS World ranking: #1001
Approximate domestic tuition: $9500/year
Co-op available: Yes

Top Strengths

Sciences
Business (Jodrey)
Education
Arts
Computer Science
Psychology
Kinesiology

Admission Averages by Program

Real admission average ranges for Acadia programs, from most accessible to most competitive:

Computer Science — admission average: high 80s (Small but strong program with co-op options.)
Business Administration — admission average: high 80s (Jodrey School has strong Nova Scotia business community connections.)
Biology — admission average: high 80s (Strong research, particularly in marine and ecology streams.)
Chemistry — admission average: high 80s (Good research, pre-professional pathway.)
Psychology — admission average: high 80s (Strong program with excellent student-faculty ratio.)
Kinesiology — admission average: high 80s (Strong sports science and health pathway.)
Education (BEd) — admission average: mid 70s (Strong NS teacher certification, respected program.)
Environmental & Sustainability Studies — admission average: high 80s (Strong program in a beautiful natural setting.)
Political Science — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Good pre-law pathway.)
Music — admission average: Audition-based (Small, strong music program.)

Things to Know

Acadia is one of the most community-oriented universities in Canada - the small size creates genuine belonging.
Wolfville and the Annapolis Valley are extraordinarily beautiful - wine country, orchards, and coastline.
Small class sizes mean real relationships with professors from first year.
Acadia's co-op program is growing and has good Atlantic Canada industry connections.

Notable Alumni

Robert Stanfield
Willard Estey
Karen Perly

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