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We’re pleased you want to be part of Providence’s diverse, Christ-centred learning community. Just like the education that awaits you, our admissions process is student-centred, too. At Providence you’ll grow in all areas of your life — academically, personally and spiritually. From movie nights in the ‘Hub’ to cheering on your favourite Pilots team, you’ll form lifelong friendships at Providence while building a strong foundation for a successful, service-filled future.

We’re Here for You

Making the decision to attend university is a big one! We will help you start your university journey. We encourage you to contact your enrollment officer directly if you have any questions or concerns during your application process. We can be reached via email at info@prov.ca, by phone at 204-433-7488 or toll-free at 1-800-668-7768.

Canadian Students

If you’re a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, you’ll find info on admission and your application below. Keep scrolling!

United States Students

If you are an American citizen, click here for more information and details on to how to apply.

International Students

If you are not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, click here to visit the International Students Admissions page.

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Undergrad-Level Requirements

Manitoba High School Students

To be admitted to a three or four year degree program at Providence, you must have a Manitoba senior high school diploma, or equivalent, with 30 credits. Included in the 30 credits should be a minimum of five credits at the grade 12 level, designated A, S or G, with a minimum of three credits in university preparatory courses (A or S), including at least one English. If you have less than five credits, in your first two semesters you’ll be required to complete six credit hours of Humanities, Social Sciences, and/or Biblical and Theological Studies for each grade 12 course credit deficiency (determined by the Admissions Committee). The prerequisite for all other programs is a certificate of graduation from grade 12.

Other Canadian Provinces

You must have a full senior high school graduation certificate of standing with a minimum of five courses equivalent to Manitoba grade 12 courses. Included in the high school certificate should be a minimum of five credits at grade 12 level, with a minimum of three credits in university preparatory courses, including at least one English. If you have less than five credits, in your first two semesters you must complete six credit hours of Humanities, Social Sciences and/or Biblical and Theological Studies for each grade 12 course credit deficiency (determined by the Admissions Committee). Below are the specific course requirements by province:

Province Requirements
SK
Five subjects including English A30 and B30
AB
English 30 and four other 30-level subjects

BC

 
English 12 and three approved courses
ON
Six grade 12 (4U or 4M) courses, including English 4U
QC
First year CEGEP (12 credits) with a GPA of 2.0 or average of 65%
NL
Five 3000-level courses (10 credits), including English 3201
NS
Five academic grade 12 subjects, including English
NB
Five grade 12 courses (including English 122) at 120, 121 or 122 level
PE
English and four academic electives
NU
English 30 and four other 30-level subjects
NT
English 30 and four other 30-level subjects
YT
English 12 and three approved courses

USA Students

To be admitted to a three or four year degree program at Providence, you must have a completed grade 12 high school certificate with at least five university preparatory credits. If you have less than five credits, in your first two semesters you’ll be required to complete six credit hours of Humanities, Social Sciences, and/or Biblical and Theological Studies for each grade 12 course credit deficiency (determined by the Admissions Committee).While you’re not required to provide ACT/SAT you’re welcome to include them. The prerequisite for all other programs is a certificate of graduation from grade 12. Learn More

Home School Students

To be admitted to a three or four year degree program at Providence, you must have a completed grade 12 high school certificate with at least five university preparatory credits. A recognized provincial or state program for home school education is preferred. Evaluation is done on an individual basis. If you lack the academic prerequisites noted above under Manitoba High School Students, you may still apply for admission. All applicants will be placed on probation for their first 30 hours of study. The prerequisites for all other programs is a certificate of graduation from grade 12.

Mature Students

To be admitted to a three or four year degree program at Providence, you must have a completed grade 12 high school certificate with at least five university preparatory credits. Students age 21 or over who lack the academic prerequisites noted above under Manitoba High School Students may apply for admission. You must satisfactorily complete the equivalent of two semesters of full-time study (30 credit hours) at Providence to confirm acceptance in a degree program. You may be required to do specific courses within the first two semesters (determined by the Admissions Committee).

Transfer Students

As a transfer student, you may receive credit for courses taken at other institutions. Full credit may be granted for courses comparable to those offered at Providence if the school is an accredited college or university. Students also must receive a grade of “C” or higher to be eligible to transfer credits. If the school is not accredited, you may, upon successful completion of one year of probationary studies at Providence (achieving a minimum AGPA of 2.00 in your first 30 hours of study) receive transfer credits for your previous studies if you received a grade of “B” or better. The amount of transfer credits you receive will depend upon a review of the course syllabi, faculty credentials, etc. To graduate from Providence, you’ll need to take 30 credit hours or one-third of the program requirements (whichever is less). For degree programs this must include at least one course in each of the following areas:

  • Humanities, Mathematics, Science, or Social Science
  • Biblical Studies or Theology
  • Aviation, Business Administration, Church Ministries, Communications and Media, Intercultural Studies, Music, TESOL, Worship Studies, or Youth Leadership

Please note that the transfer credit Providence grants you may not be accepted by other colleges or universities you may attend in the future, even if those institutions recognize transfer of credit for studies taken at Providence.

Special Students

Students who wish to take courses at Providence but are not ready to complete a full application may submit an application for special student status. Students can take a maximum of 15 credit hours of study after which, a full application to Providence University College is required to take further classes. Students may take any courses for which they meet the prerequisites.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If there are discrepancies between the credit transfer information listed here and in the Academic Calendar, the Academic Calendar is definitive.

Grad-Level Requirements

Academic Prerequisites

In addition to a completed application and references, you’re required to have an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution. You must have attained a minimum GPA of 2.5 (on a 4-point scale) in the last 2 full years of study (60 credit hours). Some programs may specify a higher GPA requirement or additional prerequisites, listed in the degree program descriptions. If you do not have a recognized degree, you may qualify for admission as a Mature (over age 30) student or Non-Accredited Degree student.

Note: Particular prerequisites may be required depending on the program you choose. Please see the degree program descriptions in the Academic Calendar.

 

Financial Aid & Awards

From Academic Entrance Scholarships (AES), bursaries and government assistance, Providence offers ways for you to finance your education.

Apply before December 1st to receive a $150 EARLY BIRD BURSARY that can be applied towards your tuition! You must submit the online application and include your transcript to be eligible.

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Application Checklist

Follow this application checklist to make sure you don’t miss a step.

Complete the online application form, which includes: one reference contact, either your pastor, teacher, guidance counsellor, coach or employer, who has known you for at least three years. Your reference cannot be a relative. The application will ask you some questions so we can get to know you better. Questions about you, your career goal, hobbies/interests, your faith journey, why a Christian university education is important to you.

Once you have been granted admission, you will be able to apply online to live in residence if you choose to do so. Your acceptance email will give you details on how to apply for a spot in residence.

Official high school transcripts (or post-secondary transcripts if you are a transfer student) need to be directly mailed to us or emailed to info@prov.ca. Note: The transcript letter or email must come directly from your high school or post-secondary institution.

Pay a $300 deposit to confirm your admission and access course registration. This deposit is credited towards the first semester’s tuition payment and is refundable up to July 1st.

Pay $150 Residence Damage Deposit (for residence students only).

Mailing address:

Enrollment Office
Providence University College
10 College Crescent
Otterburne, MB R0A 1G0 Canada

Toll Free: 1-800-668-7768
Fax: 204-433-7158
Email: info@prov.ca

Application Policy

In admitting students, Providence does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, nationality or ethnic origin. Personal information in your application packet is used solely to facilitate your application process.

 

About Acceptance

Acceptance

The Admissions Committee will review your application. You may receive the following:

Tentative Acceptance may be granted if you’re a current high school student, pending your completion of high school. Your acceptance may be subject to confirmation after we have received and evaluated your final high school transcript.

Probationary Acceptance may be granted when:

You’re lacking entrance requirements (see requirements on this page);

You graduated from high school with a mark of 67% or lower in high school English. You’ll be required to enroll in Introduction to College in your first semester and English Composition in your second semester;

You graduated from high school with a mark of 68-72% in high school English. You’ll be required to enroll in English Composition in your first semester of studies.

After successfully completing two semesters of study, you will be reassessed for Full Acceptance.

Full Acceptance may be granted if you’re able to meet the entrance requirements (see requirements on this page). You can submit any post-secondary course work for review.

 

Covenants

As a student at Providence, you agree to live according to our Covenant of Community Life.

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Contact our University College Enrollment Team