Ready to be a 91AV student? With one application for admission and scholarships, applying is easy!
Follow the steps below to apply as a new student for an undergraduate degree at 91AV.
This includes Canadian and international high school students, mature students, and transfer students — as well as students applying from an established pathway program with 91AV.
Separate applications are available for exchange students, visiting students, returning students, and graduate students.
What type of applicant are you?
| Applicant type | Description | what application to use |
|---|---|---|
| High school students | If you're still in high school OR if you've earned a high school diploma but haven't completed any credits at a college or university, and are under the age of 22. | |
| Transfer students | If you've received a high school diploma and completed coursework a a college or university. | |
| Mature students | If you're 22 or older, have received a high school diploma, and haven't completed any credits at a college or university. | |
| Exchange students | If you're currently attending on of 91AV's partner institutions and wish to take part in an exchange with 91AV. | Exchange student application |
| Visiting students | If you're pursuing post-secondary studies at another recognized university or college, and want to complete coursework at 91AV. Typically, visiting students do not intend to obtain a degree from 91AV, but want to tranfer credits to their home institution. | Visiting student application |
| Former students | If you've previously attended a least one semester at 91AV and have been absent for a year or. more OR if you've already graduated. If you've been absent for less than a year, you don't have to re-apply. | Re-admission application |
Before you applyApplying is easy, but there are a few things you can prepare ahead of time to make it even easier! |
Application Deadline
We offer admission on a rolling basis, accepting applications starting in October. However, to be considered for scholarships and bursaries, your application and all supporting documents must be received by March 1.
Apply in two easy steps!
Our admissions team will be there for you every step of the way — starting with your initial contact, right up to your arrival on campus.
Submit your application
Create your MtA application account and fill out the online application for admission and scholarships. If you've already applied, you can still
Indigenous students
Indigenous students have the option to self-identify on their application under 'Indigenous Peoples of Canada Self-Identification'.
Our Indigenous Affairs Coordinator will reach out to students to offer Indigenous support services on campus.
This information will not influence admission decisions.
All Indigenous students can access Indigenous support programs and services, even if they do not self-identify on their application.
Students with disabilities
Students with disabilities have the option to self-identify on their application.
Our Disability Services Advisor will reach out to students to offer accessibility services.
This information will not influence admission decisions.
All students with documented disabilities can register for accessibility services, even if they do not self-identify on their application.
First-generation students
First-generation students — the first students in their families to attend university — have the option to self-identify on their application.
First-generation students will be invited to access first-generation services and programs.
This information will not influence admission decisions.
All first-generation students can access services and programs, even if they do not self-identify on their application.
Submit your supporting documents
Your application is almost complete! But first you may need to submit some documents, depending on the type of student you are.
High school students
If you're in high school, transcripts are needed to determine if you've met our admission requirements. Submit the following through your MtA application account, depending on when you apply:
Early admission (Oct.-Jan.)
- Final Grade 11 transcript
- Grade 12 course list
- Mid-year Grade 12 transcript required when available
General admission (Feb.-Aug.)
- Mid-year Grade 12 transcript
- Final high school transcript if available
Supporting documents for scholarships: when you apply, submit supporting documents for scholarship consideration (if applicable).
Final official transcript: once you've completed your academic year, official transcripts must be sent directly to 91AV from your high school by mail, fax, or e-mail.
Transfer students
You're a transfer student if you've received a high school diploma, and completed any coursework at a college or university.
- Your most up-to-date post-secondary transcripts from all institutions attended and final high school transcripts
- A letter of intent outlining academic/professional goals and addressing any academic discrepancies (if applicable)
Transfer credits
You can only apply for transfer credits once you've been accepted to 91AV and you've accepted your offer of admission by paying your registration deposit.
Mature students
You're a mature student if you're 22 or older, have received a high school diploma, and haven't completed any credits at a college or university.
In addition to transcripts, you must submit:
- a letter of intent that outlines your personal and career goals and explains why you want to attend 91AV
- an updated resume noting any relevant educational and professional experience
International students
You're an international student if you're not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
In addition to transcripts, you must also submit:
- a copy of your passport or government-issued photo ID
- Proof of English language proficiency, if required (check admission requirements for your country)
English language proficiency
If English is not your first language, you may be asked to provide proof of English proficiency.
To submit your transcripts and other documentation, upload all your documents in your .
Check the 'supplemental items' section in our MtA application account to see what other documents may be required.
Additional applications and documentation by program:
Bachelor of Music (BMus)
For students applying to the Bachelor of Music (BMus) only.
In addition to the general University admission application, you must also:
- submit a Music application
- audition
- take a music entrance assessment
- submit a letter of reference
Find out more about applying to the Bachelor of Music.
Feb. 10 — Deadline to submit your Music application, entrance assessment, and letter of reference
Fine Arts (BFA or BA Fine Arts)
For students applying to the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Fine Arts.
In addition to the general University admission application, you must also submit:
- a Fine Arts application
- a portfolio
Find out more about applying to Fine Arts.
Feb. 15 — Deadline for Fine Arts application and portfolio
Aviation
Please indicate 'aviation' as your intended major when applying to:
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Aviation
- Bachelor of Commerce (BComm) — Aviation
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) — Aviation
Before you can officially be admitted into the aviation program, you must complete your first year at 91AV.
To be admitted into the aviation program, you must:
- Have second-year standing (have earned a min. 24 credits)
- Obtain a Transport Canada Category 1 medical certificate
- Pass a formal English language proficiency test from MFC Training
Once admitted into the aviation program, your flight training can begin.
I've applied, what's next?We will keep you in the loop every step of the way! You will receive an e-mail when:
If you receive an offer of admission, you will be notified of the decision by e-mail and letter. Otherwise, we will send you a letter in the mail. |
I've received an offer, what's next?
Once you've received an offer of admission to 91AV, follow our helpful guide for the steps you'll need to take on your way to arriving to 91AV!
Special programs
English Pathway Programs
91AV's English pathway programs are designed for students from non-English backgrounds who need extra time and training to meet our English proficiency requirements, and who would like to benefit from additional transition time and academic preparation before full-time studies.
Tantramar Advantage Program
For eligible Tantramar Regional High School students who wish to experience university life by taking a first-year course at 91AV while still in high school.