Does Mount Allison University have an acceptance rate?

Mt. Allison 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.

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Q: What average do you need to get into Mt. Allison?

Admission is program-by-program. Competitive programs like Fine Arts (BFA) require mid-to-high 80s + portfolio, while more accessible programs admit around high 80s. A mid-80s overall average is competitive for most Mt. Allison programs.

Canada's best primarily-undergrad university - repeatedly ranked number one by Maclean's for small universities.

Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick has been ranked Canada's best primarily undergraduate university by Maclean's more times than any other institution. This small liberal arts university is known for its emphasis on student experience, small class sizes, and exceptionally high graduate school acceptance rates. It produces a disproportionate number of Rhodes Scholars relative to its size.

What average do you need to get into Mt. Allison?

There is no single Mt. Allison acceptance rate - admission is program-by-program. Top competitive programs like Fine Arts (BFA) require mid-to-high 80s + portfolio, while programs at the more accessible end admit students with averages around high 80s. A competitive overall average for most Mt. Allison programs is roughly the mid-80s and up. Check the per-program admission averages below to find your target.

Key Facts

Location: Sackville, NB
Founded: 1839
Students: 2,500
Maclean's ranking: #1
QS World ranking: #1001
Approximate domestic tuition: $10000/year
Co-op available: No

Top Strengths

Sciences
Arts & Humanities
Commerce
Music
Fine Arts
Environmental Studies

Admission Averages by Program

Real admission average ranges for Mt. Allison programs, from most accessible to most competitive:

Sciences (BSc) — admission average: high 80s (Exceptional research opportunities for undergrads - small classes mean real lab access.)
Chemistry — admission average: high 80s (Strong research, pre-professional pathway.)
Biology — admission average: high 80s (Strong ecology and research focus.)
Commerce (BComm) — admission average: high 80s (Small, strong business program with excellent alumni mentorship.)
Arts (BA) — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Liberal arts core, strong for law school and grad school.)
Fine Arts (BFA) — admission average: mid-to-high 80s + portfolio (One of Canada's respected small fine arts programs.)
Music — admission average: Audition-based (Strong small music program.)
Environmental Studies — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Strong interdisciplinary sustainability program.)
Psychology — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Small program with exceptional student-faculty access.)
Political Science — admission average: mid-to-high 80s (Strong pre-law and public policy pathway.)

Things to Know

Mount Allison produces more Rhodes Scholars per capita than almost any university in Canada - genuine academic prestige.
The tiny size (2,500 students) creates an extraordinary sense of community - you will know everyone.
Sackville is a very small town - the campus is essentially the town. Some love this; others don't.
Graduate school acceptance rates from Mt. Allison are disproportionately high - excellent preparation.

Notable Alumni

R.B. Bennett (PM of Canada)
Alex Colville
Norma Rashid

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