How to apply for a bachelor's degree

AUArts accepts students annually for a Fall (September) intake.

Admission is competitive and based on academic standing and the merit of your portfolio. 

Applicants must apply directly to a bachelor's degree, so it is important to know what program best fits your interests.

Applicants with more than one year post-secondary education (24 or more credits), may apply as a transfer student.

Step 1: Review application requirements and deadlines

• Priority admission: October 1 to February 1.
• General admission: October 1 to June 1 (or while seats are available).
• Review academic, portfolio and English language proficiency requirements.

Step 2: Application form and fee

• Apply online at ApplyAlberta.ca and pay a $110 CAD non-refundable application fee.
• Confirmation email will be sent within 2 business days, which includes a SlideRoom portfolio submission link. 

Step 3: Portfolio and documents 

• Portfolio: Upon submitting your application (step 2), you'll receive an email with a link to SlideRoom, where you submit your Portfolio.
• Portfolio submission Fee: $10 US fee required when submitting your Portfolio through SlideRoom.
• Alberta transcripts: AUArts automatically receives transcripts from Alberta schools.
• Transcripts outside Alberta: Must be submitted with your Portfolio through SlideRoom.
• English Language Proficiency (ELP): If your primary language of instruction was not English, you may be required to submit an ELP test (some exemptions apply). 
• Final documents: Must be sent directly from your educational institution to Admissions by August 1.

Priority admission: Complete all steps by the February 1 priority admission deadline to be automatically considered for entrance scholarships.

General admission: Applications completed after February 1 will be considered for general admission while seats are available. These applications are not considered for entrance scholarships. 

English translations: All transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by notarized English translations.

When will I hear if I have been accepted to a bachelor's degree program at AUArts?

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt of a completed application (application, transcripts, English proficiency and portfolio). We will communicate decisions of acceptance or decline as completed applications are reviewed. Entry scholarships will not be assessed until after the February 1 priority admission deadline. 

I attended high school in Alberta. Do I need to submit transcripts?

No. AUArts will automatically receive both in-progress and official transcripts once applicants complete their application through Apply Alberta.

What if I attended high school outside of Alberta?

Official transcripts must be sent to AUArts by your school or Ministry of Education. They can be mailed in a sealed envelope or emailed to admissions@auarts.ca. 

Canadian applicants outside Alberta can refer to Transfer Alberta or their provincial Ministry of Education for assistance.

What if I completed advanced credit coursework in high school or at another post-secondary? Will I receive credit toward my degree? 

Students who have attended a previous accredited post-secondary institution or who have completed advanced high school coursework, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), or dual-credit course credits may request an evaluation of their coursework to be considered for their AUArts degree. 

The advance credit request form must be submitted by May 1 for credit to be applied towards your degree for the Fall term. Late form submissions will be evaluated for the Winter term provided we receive the completed form and supporting documentation by October 1.

I am an international student. How do I submit my transcripts?

Contact your appropriate educational agency or school to request your transcripts be sent to AUArts. If you’re still attending high school, you must submit in-progress transcripts with your portfolio. You must include a translated and notarized copy if your transcripts aren't in English. Learn more about the requirements for international students.

Am I eligible to pursue a BFA, BDes or MFA program on a study permit?

Yes. These programs are designated and eligible to receive foreign nationals on a study permit.

Do you have questions about our programs or application process? Would you like to discuss your portfolio? You can schedule an appointment to meet with one of our Recruitment Officers via MS Teams videoconferencing or over the phone.   

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