Admissions Checklist

Please note that applicants to Nursing have additional requirements and deadlines that can be found here.

The supplemental application for Applied Forensic Psychology can be found here.

Upon application, submit your transcripts

If you are a domestic applicant to an undergraduate program, we may be able to assess your application using unofficial transcripts (PDF format is preferred). We will reach out if official transcripts are needed. Click to send a high school transcript

NOTES:

• Students from High Schools in Nova Scotia: provide your Nova Scotia Provincial Student Number (PSN) at the time of application for StFX to access your transcript through My Transcripts. This process depends on your transcript being readily available in their portal. 
• Other Canadian, International High School, and Mature Applicants: you will need to request your transcript(s) be submitted to StFX officially by your secondary school by email (PDF format) to admissions@stfx.ca or by mail to them to us at the following address: Registrar’s Office – Admissions, 2329 Notre Dame Avenue, Antigonish, Nova Scotia B2G 2W5) 

Please note: whenever possible, any document (transcript, course list, etc.) you submit should be in PDF format and named as follows:
“Last name, First Name – Student ID Number”

• Please note that students who are currently in grade 12 applying for early admission must have the program requirements in grade 11, and be registered in the program prerequisites in grade 12 to be eligible for an early offer. Otherwise, offers will be made after receipt of the final first-term grade 12 transcript.
• If your transcript does not show courses currently in progress, please ensure you email your course list for the full academic year in progress to admissions@stfx.ca. Click on the following link to attach and send a course list: Click to send a list of in-progress courses
  • If possible, please use PDF file format and naming convention as above adding "CL" to the beginning: “CL - Last name, First Name – Student ID Number”
• If you are a Mature Student, StFX will require any completed secondary transcripts to review for pre-requisites for the desired program that you have applied to. StFX Admissions can support this by providing suggestions to obtain program prerequisites. Please email admissions@stfx.ca.

Here are other times we may require your transcript:

• If an applicant does not receive an offer of admission upon application, when an updated transcript is available (after the first semester of Grade 12 is complete) please have the updated transcript sent to the admissions office.
• If applicants wish to be considered for Major Scholarships, we will require your first-semester final transcript by March 1, 2025.
• If you have applied to the 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, please continue to send us updated transcripts with final marks only (no interim reports) when they become available until you receive a decision on your application. Common examples would be after the first semester of Grade 12 (or the most recent grades available if upgrading) up to March 5, 2025.

StFX requires all students accepted to StFX to send their final transcript when available.

• This is usually available at the end of June
  • StFX Admissions will review this transcript to ensure applicants have met the conditions of admission (outlined in the acceptance letter).
  • If applicants have not met the conditions of their offer, applicants are expected to complete upgrading. StFX Admissions can support you with options. Please contact admissions@stfx.ca.
• The deadline to receive the final transcript is August 15, 2025, and this transcript is required to receive StFX scholarships.
• If you are upgrading over the summer months, you need to advise StFX when the final transcript will be available. Deadline August 15, 2025.

Transferring to StFX

Students who are transferring to StFX from a college or university: please note that applicants to Nursing have additional requirements and deadlines that can be found here.

The supplemental application for Applied Forensic Psychology can be found here.

The supplemental application for Accelerated Nursing can be found here (January 2025).

Next steps:

• Read through the terms and conditions below.
• Confirm your seat in the program by paying the required confirmation deposit (domestic or international). This fee will be credited to your account as part of your tuition payment. Enrollment in several programs at the University is limited so you are urged to reply promptly. 
• Submit your Residence application, if you haven’t already.

Conditions of acceptance

• Complete your current course in progress successfully (if applicable) and submit all official transcripts. If you are a domestic applicant to an undergraduate program, we may be able to assess your application using unofficial transcripts (PDF format is preferred). We will reach out if official transcripts are needed. Click the link to attach the applicable transcript:
  • Click to send a high school transcript
  • Click to send an unofficial post-secondary transcript
• Students accepted before May 15: please confirm by May 15. 
• Students accepted after May 15: please confirm within 30 days of the date on the acceptance letter.
• Confirm your seat in the program by paying the $100 confirmation deposit (international fee is $2500). This fee will be credited to your account as part of your tuition payment. Enrollment in several programs at the University is limited so you are urged to reply promptly. 

Non degree students

This information applies to students who are taking credit courses at StFX but are not enrolled in an academic degree program.

Important information

As a non-degree student, a maximum registration of 6 credits will be allowed for spring intersession or summer school. Should you wish to increase this number of credits or become a degree-seeking student at StFX, you will be required to go through the Application to Change Programs process at the discretion of the Dean's office. Forms to request a course overload can be found on mesAMIS.

Returning to StFX after an absence

Students who have attended StFX previously and are returning to continue their studies (Re-Entry)

Next Steps:

• Read through the terms and conditions below
• Confirm your seat in the program by paying the $100 confirmation deposit (international fee is $2500). This fee will be credited to your account as part of your tuition payment. Enrollment in several programs at the University is limited so you are urged to reply promptly. 
• Submit your Residence application, if you haven’t already
• If you have been admitted on Academic Probation, see Re-Entry on Academic Probation (below)

Conditions of Acceptance

• Students accepted before May 15: please confirm by May 15. 
• Students accepted after May 15: please confirm within 30 days of the date on the acceptance letter.
• Please return the enclosed confirmation of attendance form and confirmation fee of $100 (international fee is $2500). This fee will be credited to your account as part of your tuition payment. Enrollment in several programs at the University is limited so you are urged to reply promptly.
• You must receive academic advising prior to registration. Our academic advisors can be reached by emailing @email.  

Additional Information

• Re-Entry on Academic Probation
  • If you have been admitted on Academic Probation please read the conditions below:
    • You must achieve a minimum average of 55 in April and earn credit for at least 60 percent of the courses in which you are registered to be eligible for further studies. You must also enrol in the APEX program.  The form can be found online.  You must return the bottom portion of the flyer to the Writing Centre prior to registration.
    • As a condition of your acceptance, you must receive academic advising prior to registration. Our academic advisors can be reached at @email.
• Re-Entry students and program choice.
  • If you have applied to return to StFX in the same program, students will be moved to a non-degree entry. You are asked to meet with Academic Advising and map out academic plans.
  • If you have applied to return to StFX to a different program, students will be admitted so long as they have completed (or are in progress) with necessary pre-requisite courses.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned. See our Application Guide to navigate the application process and for other pertinent information about timelines.

1.  Application for the Bachelor of Education completed online and application fee payment made.

2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.

3. ONE official copy of your transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until all transcripts are received.

Please note that any document (transcript, course list, etc.) you submit must be in PDF format and named as follows:

“Last name, First Name – Student ID Number”

4. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

5. The official transcripts and evidence of language proficiency (if needed), are to be sent to StFX at admissions@stfx.ca. Each attachment should be saved in PDF format and attached in one email.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the Distance Nursing Department. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application - completed online and non-refundable application fee paid.
2. RN Competency Assessment Form from CNO - must include all pages and be attached in PDF form.
3. Supplemental Application - Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Accounting Studies completed online and application fee payment made.
2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.
3. Submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office by mail or an official school email to admissions@stfx.ca. Any transcript submitted directly by the student must be received in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until official transcripts are received.
4. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

5. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office by May 30, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Actuarial Science or Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Actuarial Science completed online and application fee payment made.
2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.
3. Submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office by mail or an official school email to admissions@stfx.ca. Any transcript submitted directly by the student must be received in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until official transcripts are received.
4. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

5. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office by May 30, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Artificial Intelligence completed online and application fee payment made.
2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.
3. Submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office by mail or an official school email to admissions@stfx.ca. Any transcript submitted directly by the student must be received in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until official transcripts are received.
4. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

5. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office by May 30, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Business Studies completed online and application fee payment made.
2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.
3. Submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office by mail or an official school email to admissions@stfx.ca. Any transcript submitted directly by the student must be received in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until official transcripts are received.
4. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

5. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office by May 30, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Data Science completed online and application fee payment made.
2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.
3. Submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office by mail or an official school email to admissions@stfx.ca. Any transcript submitted directly by the student must be received in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until official transcripts are received.
4. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

5. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office by May 30, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Digital Marketing completed online and application fee payment made.
2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.
3. Submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office by mail or an official school email to admissions@stfx.ca. Any transcript submitted directly by the student must be received in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until official transcripts are received.
4. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.
   
   RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS 
5. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office by May 30, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for the Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Enterprise Information Technology Management completed online and application fee payment made.
2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.
3. Submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office by mail or an official school email to admissions@stfx.ca. Any transcript submitted directly by the student must be received in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until official transcripts are received.
4. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English. 
   
   RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS
5. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office by May 30, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for the Master of Applied Computer Science completed online and application fee payment made.

2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.

3. Complete Statement of Intent.

4. On your supplemental application, you will need to provide two named references complete with their email addresses.  A reference form is sent to them automatically for completion.

Please ask references to submit their reference form using the following naming convention, in PDF format (where last name and first name are yours - if you go by one name only, please supply that name):

“Ref For - Last name, First Name ”

5. Submit an official transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Transcripts must be sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office by mail or an official school email to admissions@stfx.ca. Any transcript submitted directly by the student must be received in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Your application will not be reviewed until official transcripts are received.

6. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English. 

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

7. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office by May 1, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

8. The official transcripts and evidence of language proficiency (if needed), are to be sent to StFX at admissions@stfx.ca. Each attachment should be saved in PDF format and attached in one email.

For questions regarding program details, please email @email.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Secure a supervisor.

2. Application for Graduate Studies completed online and application fee payment made.

3. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.

4. Complete Statement of Intent.

5. On your supplemental application, you will need to provide two named references complete with their email addresses.  A reference form is sent to them automatically for completion.

Please ask references to submit their reference form using the following naming convention, in PDF format (where last name and first name are yours - if you go by one name only, please supply that name):

“Ref For - Last name, First Name ”

6. One official copy of your transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. 

7. On your supplemental application, you will need to upload your Resume/CV.

8. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

9. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

10. The official transcripts and evidence of language proficiency (if needed), are to be sent to StFX at admissions@stfx.ca. Each attachment should be saved in PDF format and attached in one email.

For questions regarding program details, please email @email.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for Graduate Studies completed online and application fee payment made.

2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.

3. Complete Statement of Intent.

4. On your supplemental application, you will need to provide two named references complete with their email addresses.  A reference form is sent to them automatically for completion.

Please, ask references to submit their reference form using the following naming convention, in PDF format (where last name and first name are yours - if you go by one name only, please supply that name):

“Ref For - Last name, First Name ”

5. One official copy of your transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Transcripts in French do not require translation.

6. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

7. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

8. The official transcripts and evidence of language proficiency (if needed), are to be sent to StFX at admissions@stfx.ca. Each attachment should be saved in PDF format and attached in one email.

For questions regarding program details, please email @email.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Application for Graduate Studies completed online and application fee payment made.

2. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.

3. Complete Statement of Intent.

4. On your supplemental application, you will need to provide two named references complete with their email addresses.  A reference form is sent to them automatically for completion.

Please, ask references to submit their reference form using the following naming convention, in PDF format (where last name and first name are yours - if you go by one name only, please supply that name):

“Ref For - Last name, First Name ”

5. One official copy of your transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. Transcripts in French do not require translation.

6. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

7. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

8. The official transcripts and evidence of language proficiency (if needed), are to be sent to StFX at admissions@stfx.ca. Each attachment should be saved in PDF format and attached in one email.

For questions regarding program details, please email @email.

In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure all items below have been completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

1. Secure a supervisor.

2. Application for Graduate Studies completed online and application fee payment made.

3. Complete the supplemental application. Be sure you receive your student ID number before beginning the application.

4. Complete Statement of Intent.

5. On your supplemental application, you will need to provide two named references complete with their email addresses.  A reference form is sent to them automatically for completion.

Please, ask references to submit their reference form using the following naming convention, in PDF format (where last name and first name are yours - if you go by one name only, please supply that name):

“Ref For - Last name, First Name ”

6. One official copy of your transcript from each post-secondary institution attended. Graduates of StFX do not need to provide a copy of their transcript from StFX. Transcripts in a language other than English should be provided in their original language, along with a certified translation into English. 

7. On your supplemental application, you will need to upload your Resume/CV.

8. Evidence of English proficiency if your first language is not English.

RECOGNIZED ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TESTS

9. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documents submitted as part of the admissions process become the property of the University and cannot be returned.

10. The official transcripts and evidence of language proficiency (if needed), are to be sent to StFX at admissions@stfx.ca. Each attachment should be saved in PDF format and attached in one email.

For questions regarding program details, please email @email.