For over 100 years, Mount Royal University has been committed to offering an exceptional undergraduate experience. Our innovative programs taught by passionate professors in small class sizes help students confidently prepare for the future. Whether it’s a dream job or graduate studies, your journey to becoming something more starts here.
MRU’s small class sizes provide a personalized learning environment where you’ll never feel like just a number.
Mount Royal’s campus offers a small town atmosphere paired with big city services and resources so you can enjoy the best of both worlds.
Research opportunities, field schools, honours streams, and innovative labs and simulations help prepare you for your future career or graduate studies.
Be fully immersed in your learning
The Iniskim Centre offers programs and services to increase the engagement and success of Indigenous students, including the Indigenous University Bridging Program, the Indigenous Housing Program and the Medicine Trail Program (Naato’ohsokay).
mru.ca/Iniskim
The Riddell Library and Learning Centre is a transformative space where students can explore new ideas and experiment with immersive tools and technologies. Through innovative programs and teaching, responsive services, inspiring spaces and rich information resources, the Library is a catalyst for research, learning and community building on campus.
mru.ca/RLLC
Find your fit with MRU Recreation! Full and part-time students get access to a fully equipped fitness centre, 40-foot climbing wall, salt-water aquatic pool, squash courts, intramural sports and more. Get in the spirit and cheer on our student athletes at a Cougars basketball, hockey, soccer or volleyball game. Home games are free to attend for MRU students!
mru.ca/Cougars
MRU has an average class size of
32 students
94% of graduating students agree Mount Royal is an inclusive and respectful place
of MRU degree graduates are employed within two years of graduation
* GRADUATE OUTCOMES SURVEY 2020 (2017/18 GRADUATES)
95%
* CUSC 2018 GRADUATING STUDENT SURVEY
Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and we recognize the people of the Treaty 7 region, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Îyârhe Nakoda.
We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is Mohkinstsis, which we now call the City of Calgary. The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.
We honour and respect the diversity of all Indigenous peoples of Canada.
LARGEST CITY IN ALBERTA
More than 1.6 million people call Calgary home
GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED AS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE
Calgary was ranked the seventh most livable city in the world by Economist Intelligence Unit in 2023
CULTURAL DIVERSITY
Calgary has people from over 200 ethnic backgrounds
EXTENSIVE PARKS AND PATHWAYS
Cycle or walk along more than 905 km of pathways and 95 km of trails – the largest bikeway network in North America
SUNNY WEATHER
Canada’s sunniest major city with an average of 333 days of sun each year
Average daytime high
» in July: 24 C
» in January: -3 ̊C
Living in Residence means less time spent commuting and more time enjoying student life. Plus, you have quick access to campus services, including the Library, Recreation and Wellness Services. And forget about cramped dorm rooms — MRU offers one-, two- and four-bedroom townhouse and apartment-style units with plenty of space. Live-in staff also help foster a positive environment for living and learning.
Residence Services guarantees placement for all students enrolled in their first year at Mount Royal. To be eligible for this guarantee, you must apply and pay your security deposit by June 15, 2024.
+ Applications for Residence open Oct. 1, 2023 and are ongoing. Apply online at mru.ca/Residence.
+ View floor plans and tours
Residence includes:
» private, lockable, furnished bedrooms (just bring your own bedding)
» kitchen and furnished living space, including a TV
» bathrooms (shared by no more than two students)
» utilities and internet
» laundry facilities operated by a mobile app
» storage lockers
You deserve a program that aligns with your interests, opens doors and prepares you for the future. Explore your options and find the right fit for you.
mru.ca/Programs
DEGREE (4 YEARS) MAJOR
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Aviation Management (pending approval)
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Child Studies
Bachelor of Communication
Anthropology, English, History, Sociology, Undeclared
Psychology, Policy Studies
Criminal Justice
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS 1
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2 or a language 30: 50%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 60%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 50%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 60%
Accounting, Finance, General Management, Human Resources, International Business, Marketing, Supply Chain Management
Early Learning and Child Care, Child and Youth Care Counsellor
Broadcast Media Studies, Journalism and Digital Media, Public Relations 2N
Bachelor of Communication Information Design 2N
Bachelor of Computer Information Systems
Bachelor of Education Elementary 3,4
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education Athletic Therapy, Physical Literacy
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education
Bachelor of Interior Design 2P, 3
Bachelor of Midwifery 2C, 3, 4
Bachelor of Nursing 2C, 3, 4
Bachelor of Science
Sport and Recreation Management, Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 60%
ELA 30-1: 60%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30: 50%
ELA 30-1: 60%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1: 60%
ELA 30-1: 65%, Math 30-1 or 30-2 or a language 30: 50%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 50%, Biology 30: 50%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 50%
ELA 30-1: 65%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 50%
ELA 30-1: 65%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 65%, Biology 30: 65%, Chemistry 30: 65%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 60%, Biology 30: 60%, Chemistry 30: 60%
Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, General Science, Geology
Bachelor of Science Computer Science, Data Science
Bachelor of Social Work
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1: 60%, Chemistry 30: 60%
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1: 65%
ELA 30-1: 65%, Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30: 60%
Aviation
Social Work
Funeral Service
Massage Therapy
Personal Fitness Trainer
Advanced Studies in Critical Care Nursing
Athletic Therapy
Business Administration
Embalmer
Funeral Director
ALTERNATIVE ENTRANCE
Academic Upgrading
Open Studies
International Pathway
University Entrance Option
Advanced Accounting, Human Resources, Marketing
ELA 30-1: 60%, Math 30-1 or 30-2: 60%
ELA 30-1: 65%, Social Studies 30-1 or Aboriginal Studies 30: 60%
English Language Proficiency
English Language Proficiency
English Language Proficiency
RN degree
Degree in Kinesiology, Physical Education, Human Kinetics or Exercise Science
[AA] Accounting 2121
[AA, HR, M] Degree
English Language Proficiency
English Language Proficiency
English Language Proficiency
English Language Proficiency
Five grade 12 high school subjects
Five grade 12 high school subjects
1 Mount Royal has a general admission policy that applies to most undergraduate (credit) programs. Each program also has specific admission requirements listed here. This information was correct at the time of publication. Please check with Admissions and Recruitment or visit mru.ca/Admission for up-to-date information on the admission requirements and curriculum for the program and semester in which you intend to enrol.
2 Additional non-academic requirements: C — Casper, N — Interview, P — Portfolio
3 Application and document deadline is Feb. 1, 2024.
4 Final average for admission is 2.5 for post-secondary applicants or 70% for high school and mature applicants.
Create an account for all things admission at mru.ca/FSP
Sign up for info sessions, events and one-on-one planning meetings
Check your application and transcript status
Receive you admission decision Keep track of your conditions for final admission (if conditionally admitted) View your deposit deadlines
Take the next steps to begin your MRU experience
mru.ca/Admission
mru.ca/Apply
Apply early!
Applications for MRU’s fall semester open Oct. 1, 2023
Your application allows you to apply two programs at no extra cost
Early admission runs from Oct. 1, 2023 to Feb. 1, 2024. Programs in high demand can fill up fast, so we recommend applying early. Based on space and availability, applications for most programs continue to be accepted beyond this date. Some programs have a Feb. 1 application and document deadline
Estimated student expenses for one academic year (8 months)1
1 Average estimated costs for eight months (one full academic year) based on 2023/24 rates.
2 Estimated costs based on five courses per semester. Additional fees may apply for specific programs.
3 Based on MRU Residence. Application and programming fees not included. Off-campus rental prices in Calgary may vary.
4 MRU dining plans are available. Visit mru.ca/DiningPlans for options and pricing.
Mount Royal offers hundreds of awards based on academic success, your financial situation and extracurricular participation. mru.ca/Awards
+ Contact Registration and Financial Aid to learn more about government funding for education or for assistance filling out your student loan application. mru.ca/FinancingYourEducation
+ Create a budget based on your program of choice and personal expenses using our online budget estimator. mru.ca/BudgetEstimator
MOUNT ROYAL UNIVERSITY
4825 Mount Royal Gate SW
Calgary, Alberta, Canada T3E 6K6 mru.ca
ADMISSIONS AND RECRUITMENT
403.440.5000
1.877.440.5001 (toll-free)
aro@mtroyal.ca
mru.ca/Admission
FINANCIAL AID
403.440.3303
financialaid@mtroyal.ca
STUDENT AWARDS
403.440.6305
awards@mtroyal.ca
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