Acadia University Entrance Scholar-Bursaries 2026

Acadia University offers scholar-bursaries to incoming undergraduate students based on academic excellence and demonstrated financial need. Awards range from partial tuition support to full tuition coverage plus residence accommodation for top candidates.

Students apply through the Status Portal, and must submit their application by March 1.

Key awards include:

1. Harrison McCain Scholar-Bursary – Valued at $16,000 over 4 years
2. Spicer-Hennessey Scholar-Bursary – Valued at full tuition + complimentary residence room for up to four years (over $40,000+)

Summary

1. Application Deadline: March 1 2026
2. Value: Partial to Full Funding (Tuition + Possible Residence Housing)
3. Study Level: Undergraduate
4. Sponsor: Acadia University
5. Country to Study: Canada

Eligibility Criteria for Acadia University Entrance Scholar-Bursaries 2026

General Entrance Scholar-Bursaries:

1. Minimum 80% average (based on Grade 11 + mid-Year Grade 12 required courses)
2. OR transfer GPA of 3.50 / 80%
3. Proof of financial need (student loan application recommended)

Spicer-Hennessey Scholar-Bursary – Specific Eligibility

Applicants must:

1. Born in Nova Scotia
2. Have financial need
3. Have an Honours graduation from a Nova Scotia high school with an 85%+ average
4. Preferably graduated from South Colchester Academy (Brookfield) or Hants North Rural High (Kennetcook)
5. Be entering the Manning School of Business or specific Science disciplines:
6. Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geology, Mathematics & Statistics, Nutrition & Dietetics, Physics

Benefits of Acadia University Entrance Scholar-Bursaries 2026

Depending on the award category:

1. Up to full tuition coverage
2. Free on-campus residence room (base category)

Renewable for up to 4 years with sustained academic standing and financial need

How to Apply

1. Log in to the Acadia Status Portal
2. Complete the Scholar-Bursary Application Form
3. Submit supporting documentation to demonstrate financial need
4. (For Spicer-Hennessey specifically:) Ensure eligibility as Nova Scotia-born and entering an approved faculty/discipline

For More Information, view the Scholarship webpage

Application Deadline:

March 1 2026

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Acadia University Entrance Scholar-Bursaries 2026