SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES

We believe that theological education should be accessible to everyone. ADC offers several scholarships and bursaries through a generous endowment fund. Most students at ADC receive financial assistance in the form of scholarships and bursaries.

ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP

To qualify, you must be a new full-time student with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 from your most recently completed university degree, or an 80% average in five grade 12 academic courses if you are a high school graduate. This scholarship is valued at 50% of your tuition per year for the normal duration of your program. Some restrictions apply.

BURSARIES

Once you have been offered admission, you may apply for bursaries through the appropriate form on our website. Bursaries are valued at 25% of tuition regardless of whether you are a full-time or part-time student.

HUESTIS SCHOLARSHIPS

The Huestis Scholarships are among the most prestigious awards offered by Acadia Divinity College. These four scholarships were established through a generous fund set up by David and Faye Huestis of Saint John, New Brunswick to support students studying in a range of ministry fields, including: Worship, Pastoral Counselling and Hospital Chaplaincy, Pastoral Leadership, and Multifaceted Ministry. Each scholarship, dependent on funds, is valued at upwards of $6,000 and is awarded to an outstanding student who has completed 30 credit hours of their theological education at ADC.

ADC DOCTORAL SCHOLARSHIP

Qualifying Doctor of Ministry students will receive a maximum of $3,000 for the four-year program (up to $750 per year) based on their academic record, ministry track record, application letter, and financial need. If you are a student from outside North America, you may also apply for an International Student Scholarship, valued at $1,000 for the duration of the program (up to $250 for each of the four years) and awarded on the same basis.

CORA GRAY & MADELINE SAMPSON BURSARY (AUBA)

This bursary was established by a generous gift from the estate of Rev. MacPherson Eaton. The Bursary is named in recognition of Deacons Cora Gray and Madeline Sampson of Windsor Plains United Baptist Church. If you are a member of an African United Baptist Association (AUBA) church or identify as African Nova Scotian, you may apply for this bursary.