Find your genius at the University of Prince Edward Island
Life is full of discoveries—you’ve learned so much about yourself and the world around you. Now it’s time to decide your part in it.
At the University of Prince Edward Island, you’ll discover an amazing student experience, and that experience begins right here, right now.
Let us walk you through everything you need to know and everything you can do as a UPEI student— from the application process, to choosing your program of study, to your first day of classes, to the many ways to get involved in student life, to your graduation on Convocation Day.
Our interesting and unique programs are designed to bring out your best, lead you to realize new and hidden talents—and ultimately—be great at what you do.
Find your genius at UPEI!
UPEI facts
17.9
12,039 28,722 full-time students to every full-time faculty member* 57% of UPEI undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students
120 140+
91% of our class of 2020 graduates are employed (2022 survey)
UPEI students participated in co-operative education and work-integrated learning experiences*
UPEI students participated in amazing Study Abroad opportunities around the world!*
101 home countries and regions are represented by our 2,000+ international students (35% of our student population)*
480
first-year students living in UPEI residences, of 800 total students who live on campus (60%)**
individual awards and scholarships were provided to UPEI students totalling over $14 million***
UPEI alumni study, live, and work in 90 countries around the world*
*2022–2023 academic year
**2023–2024 academic year
***includes one-time student impact payments in 2022–2023 academic year
Prince Edward Island is special
Prince Edward Island may be Canada’s smallest province, but there’s so much to see and do as a UPEI student. “The Island” is known around the world for scenic landscapes, sun-swept beaches, and small-town charm. It’s also one of the safest places to live!
PEI is only 224 kilometres from tip to tip, so you’re just minutes away from beautiful beaches and coastlines no matter where you are. We’re right in the middle of Atlantic Canada, and options for flights to and from the Charlottetown Airport increase each year.
Our traditional east coast Canadian culture continues to be enhanced by international students and new PEI residents, making Prince Edward Island a truly amazing and special place to learn and to live.
charlottetown
The Epekwitnewaq Mi’kmaq call Prince Edward Island Epekwitk, which means “resting on the waves.” The University of Prince Edward Island recognizes and acknowledges our location in the ancestral and unceded territory of the Indigenous Mi’kmaq People of PEI.
Education is a key component of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action. UPEI is committed to advancing reconciliation through higher education. As a community, we have started a journey of growth to realize the role we must play in promoting an understanding of Indigenous history and culture and supporting respectful relationships. upei.ca/
Submitted by Emma, Arts student
Submitted by Anjali, Business student
Submitted by Asuilekijesu Onovwede, Nursing student
Welcome to Charlottetown!
Like our Island home, the University of Prince Edward Island offers an amazing student experience at our historic campus in Charlottetown. Safety, inclusiveness, plus the amenities of a larger city—it’s all here!
Charlottetown offers inclusive and welcoming places for our students to call home. The campus is a short walk away from markets and food stores, cafés and restaurants, and banks and ATMs.
Go from lecture to laundromat, library to lunch date in minutes with your transit pass! Ride the bus to Charlottetown’s historic downtown and its shops, pubs, parks, and waterfront. Meet friends at the library or picturesque Victoria Park, visit a gallery, take in a show at the Confederation Centre of the Arts, or sit or stroll along the scenic boardwalk at Charlottetown Harbour.
Looking for a city with everything a student needs? You’ve found it!
Submitted by Madison Collicutt, Science student Victoria Park
Submitted by Craig Marombedza, Science student Confederation Centre of Arts Downtown
UPEI Campus
STORES, GROCERIES, SHOPPING MALL
(3 km / 5 minutes from campus)
WEST TO CONFEDERATION BRIDGE
(40 minutes / 55 km from campus)
UNIVERSITY AVENUE
PEI
NATIONAL PARK (20 minutes / 20 km from campus)
CONFEDERATION TRAIL
273 km of walking and biking trails!
CHARLOTTETOWN FARMER’S MARKET (open Wednesdays and Saturdays)
CAMPUS
STORES, GROCERIES
(1 km / 3 minutes from campus)
TRANSITNORTH-SOUTH LOOP (UPEI stops every15minutes)
PARK
(4 km / 10 minutes from campus)
YYG CHARLOTTETOWN AIRPORT
(10 minutes / 6 km from campus)
HOSPITAL
(4 km / 10 minutes from campus)
VICTORIA ROW, DOWNTOWN CHARLOTTETOWN
(3 km / 8 minutes from campus)
• Entertainment and shopping district
• Coffee shops, pubs, parks
VICTORIA
How much does it cost?
UPEI offers one of the most affordable tuitions in Atlantic Canada! Consider these figures to estimate first-year costs at UPEI.
High school entrance program tuition
Faculties of Arts; Business; Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies; Nursing; Science; and Sustainable Design Engineering
CANADIAN STUDENTS
$717 per three-credit course x 10 courses per year (full-time) = $7,170 per year
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
$717 per three-credit course x 10 courses per year (full-time) + $8,410 international student fee = $15,580 per year
Post-degree program tuition*
Bachelor of Education program
CANADIAN STUDENTS
$717 per three-credit course (12-month program)
Contact the Faculty of Education for a semester-by- semester breakdown.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
$717 per 3-credit course (12-month program) + $12,615 international student fee
Contact the Faculty of Education for a semester-by- semester breakdown.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program
CANADIAN STUDENTS
$15,662 (full-time, per year)
Doctor of Medicine program
PEI RESIDENTS
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
$78,544 (full-time, per year)
$20,511 (full-time, first year of four-year program)
Graduate program tuition varies by program.
Other fees may apply to your program of choice. Visit our tuition and fees selector at upei.ca/fees for detailed information about each program’s tuition and associated costs.
*Tuition fees are posted from the 2024–2025 academic year
Financial support: Scholarships, awards, and bursaries
Your UPEI education is more affordable than many other Canadian universities, especially when you consider the financial support you’ll receive. Upon your acceptance to UPEI, you are immediately eligible for a variety of our scholarships, awards, and bursaries.
The Celebrating Student Achievement award program automatically awards guaranteed entrance scholarships of up to $3,000 to domestic students with an admissions average over 80%.
Admissions Guaranteed
Average Entrance Scholarship
95–100% $3,000
90–94% $2,000
85–89% $1,000
80–84% $500
New domestic students can apply for more than 40 Entrance Award Cycle awards with one simple online application, and new international students may be eligible for our International Entrance Cycle awards. Apply before the March 1 deadline!
upei.ca/entrance-awards
Scholarships and awards for all years, all programs
Academic Excellence Awards reward all current UPEI students’ academic achievements. Based on your previous year’s average, you can qualify for renewable awards of $500 to $3,000 —earn up to $12,000 across your four-year degree program!
Generous donor-supported awards are available to students in all programs at UPEI, with many awards based on financial need. Talk to our Scholarships and Awards Office staff!
PEI students entering their first year at UPEI also qualify for the
• GEORGE COLES BURSARY:
$3,200 per year, for up to four years (full-time students)
• ISLAND ADVANTAGE BURSARY:
$500–$3,000, based on financial need
upei.ca/scholarships
Where will I live?
On campus, with a homestay family, or off campus—all have advantages!
UPEI residence
upei.ca/residence
Living in residence at UPEI means you’re joining a campus community of friends and classmates where everything is happening!
If it’s your first time living away from home, we’ll help with everything you need to build a healthy, productive student life. You’ll have more opportunities to make new friends, and you’ll have direct access to a team of advisors and mentors offering academic and emotional support.
Homestay
upei.ca/homestay
Homestay offers students a cultural and linguistic experience and a comfortable, safe place to live with a PEI family! Learn all about Prince Edward Island and experience Canadian culture.
$1,000 per month
Off-Campus Housing
upei.ca/offcampushousing
UPEI’s Off-Campus Housing Office provides resources to aid students in their housing search outside our residence options.
Rooms with shared bathroom: $500–$850 per month
Rooms with private bathroom: $700–$1,200 per month
Bachelor apartment: $750–$1,000 per month*
One-bedroom apartment: $1,000–$1,300 per month*
Two-bedroom apartment: $1,500–$1,800 per month*
Three- or more bedroom apartment: $2,000–$2,400 per month*
*Median rent ranges without utilities in Charlottetown and surrounding areas, 2023
UPEI residence expenses
Residence fees include heat, lights, electricity, high speed internet, security services, and fully furnished rooms.
BERNARDINE HALL
Double room
$2,834 per semester
Single room
$3,621.28 per semester
(barrier-free onebedroom suites also available)
PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND RESIDENCE
Double apartment
$3,640 per semester
BILL AND DENISE ANDREW HALL
Double and triple suite
$3,813.68 per semester
MEAL PLANS OPTIONS
All you care to eat, 5 days a week: $2,888.08 per semester
All you care to eat, 7 days a week: $2,946.32 per semester
What support services are available to me?
Our personal support programs are led by considerate faculty, helpful staff members, and compassionate students—starting on your first day!
Visit the Student Experience Hub in Dalton Hall for
• personal counselling:
upei.ca/counselling
• peer support:
upei.ca/peersupport
• accessibility and academic accommodation:
upei.ca/accessibility
The W.A. Murphy Student Centre is where you’ll find health resources and clinics.
The UPEI Health and Wellness Centre’s caring health professionals provide safe, inclusive, and confidential health services to students, staff, faculty, and their families.
UPEI’s Adult ADHD Clinic works with individuals to assess and treat undiagnosed attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults.
upei.ca/adhd-clinic
UPEI students can contact Student Affairs with questions about our services. We’re here to support your personal health and well-being!
UPEI students have access to specialized and focused supports and communities to help you focus on your studies.
The Mawi’omi Indigenous Student Centre supports Indigenous students by offering academic advising as well as nurturing the cultural, social, and physical aspects of their journey at UPEI.
upei.ca/mawiomi
upei.ca/svpro studentsupport@upei.ca
The Chaplaincy Centre provides a multidenominational and inclusive location to meet, eat, socialize, pray, and hold religious services.
upei.ca/chaplaincy
The Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office is a safe and confidential space where students, staff, and faculty who have experienced sexual violence anywhere, and at any time, can obtain helpful resources and support.
I am an international student: Why should I choose UPEI?
Many international students attend UPEI each year; in 2023–2024, they represented almost 35 per cent of our total student population! Why should you choose UPEI? We offer a truly Canadian educational experience—and because UPEI is safe, fun, and transformative.
International Student Orientation
upei.ca/niso
Before you arrive at UPEI, you can participate in virtual pre-arrival information sessions for new students. And at the beginning of each semester, you will learn all about our support and assistance programs for new international students at International Student Orientation!
• General international student details: upei.ca/ international
• Immigration information: upei.ca/ immigration
• International Buddy Program: upei.ca/ buddyprogram
• English Language Centre: upei.ca/ elc
• Study & Stay Program: studypei.ca
Submitted by Shreesh Agrawal, Arts student
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
• 12 years of elementary and secondary education
• A senior secondary certificate, higher school certificate, or matriculation as defined by your country
• Demonstrated proficiency in the English language—both written and conversational are required
Review English language requirements at upei.ca/ language-requirements. Applicants may be eligible for conditional admission with enrolment in English Academic Preparation (EAP).
International Student Office
upei.ca/ iso
Talk to us about your application, immigration, language requirements, or life as a UPEI student.
Academic services you can count on!
As a new student, you can visit the fourth floor of Dalton Hall to plan your first-year courses early, and receive registration assistance.
upei.ca/firstyearadvisement
At Student Affairs and the Webster Centre for Academic Success, you’ll find all kinds of academic support services!
upei.ca/student-affairs
• Academic advising: upei.ca/ advising
• Gateway Program: upei.ca/ gateway
• One-on-one mentoring and coaching: upei.ca/ mentoring
• Pathways to Academic Success (PAS): upei.ca/ pas
Looking to improve a written assignment or shine up a term paper? Make an appointment with the UPEI Writing Centre!
upei.ca/writingcentre
Submitted by Tanaka Kativhu, Science student
Take advantage of our subject-based Help Centres in Chemistry, Mathematics and Computational Sciences, and Sustainable Design Engineering.
upei.ca/helpcentres
The Robertson Library has a wealth of knowledge and information to support your learning. It’s a hub of research and study expertise!
upei.ca/library
Interested in research? UPEI’s faculty members and researchers received $14.1 million in 2023, with many projects involving students!
upei.ca/research
Be ready for your career with UPEI’s Experiential Education department and Work-integrated Learning Office!
upei.ca/exed
• Co-operative education: upei.ca/ co-op
• Work-integrated learning: upei.ca/ wil
• Career planning: upei.ca/ careerservices
• Professional mentorship and networking: upei.ca/ upeiconnect
• Catherine Callbeck Centre for Entrepreneurship: upei.ca/ entrepreneurship
How can I get involved and connect with other students?
Your University of Prince Edward Island experience is full of options and possibilities. UPEI is the place for you to grow beyond the classroom and find what makes you exceptional!
New Student Orientation
A week-long welcome to UPEI for new students!
Get involved!
Volunteer your time to help other students or find convenient campus jobs!
• Campus Life Program: upei.ca/ campuslife
• International Buddy Program: upei.ca/ buddyprogram
• Student jobs: upei.ca/ careerservices
The UPEI Student Union (UPEISU) advocates for all UPEI students through its elected executive and student council. The UPEISU also manages many student societies and clubs, student intramural sports, Campus Food Bank, and schedules social events and performances year-round!
Put your writing and photography skills to the test with UPEI’s student newspaper The Cadre and the annual Nexus yearbook.
upeisu.ca
Study abroad
Studying in another country for UPEI credits is one of the most rewarding experiences a student can have! Explore places you’ve always wanted to visit, take unique courses, gain independence, and make new friends from around the world.
Faculty- and program-specific student activities
Train to compete at business case competitions against many of the world’s top students with the McDougall Faculty of Business Case Competition Program, join the Engineering Student Ambassador Program and help your peers succeed, or attend annual student conferences in Nursing, Foods and Nutrition, and many other UPEI programs.
Check with your professors for an endless list of possibilities!
After class
UPEI’s campus has everything you need to relax, meet your friends, or take a study break!
• Wanda Wyatt Dining Hall (and other spots to eat on campus!): upei.ca/ eatoncampus
• Robertson Library: upei.ca/ library
• Panther varsity and club team games, fitness, and personal training options: upei.ca/ ar
• UPEI Residence events: upei.ca/ residence
• The Fox & Crow Campus Pub and Café: facebook.com// UPEISUTheFoxandCrow
UPEI Athletics and Recreation—Go Panthers Go!
Eleven Panther varsity teams play in the regional Atlantic University Sport (AUS) and national U SPORTS competitions. Panther club teams compete against other regional universities and colleges throughout their respective seasons. Our varsity student-athletes are consistently recognized for their academic and community achievements—95 Panthers were named U SPORTS Academic All-Canadians in 2022–2023!
Varsity Sports
Basketball (W, M)
Cross Country (W, M)
Curling (W, M)
Field Hockey (W)
Ice Hockey (W, M)
Rugby (W)
Soccer (W, M)
Track and Field (W, M)
Club Sports
Cheer Team
Co-ed Ultimate Equestrian Lacrosse
Ringette
Rugby (M)
Swimming (W, M)
Let recreation be your relaxation! Physical activity is an important part of your overall wellness. UPEI Athletics and Recreation staff can help you find the perfect outlet for your energy before and after your classes!
upei.ca/ar
Fitness classes, yoga, and other classes:
upei.ca/fitness
Personal training:
upei.ca/personal-training
Intramural sports: recreation.upei.ca
Athletics facilities:
upei.ca/ar/facilities
• UPEI Chi-Wan Young Sports Centre
• UPEI Alumni Canada Games Place
• UPEI Artificial Turf Field
• Bell Aliant Centre (Aquatics Facility and MacLauchlan Arena)
“I was initially worried about balancing academics and athletics, but those worries disappeared very quickly after I started at UPEI! The support and encouragement from my teammates and classmates has really helped me get through so far in my university career. We have an amazing community of students, faculty, staff, coaches, and teammates—without them, I wouldn’t have such a great university experience.”
RIA
Women’s Rugby Panther and Bachelor of Science (Biology) Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia
Read more about Ria’s experience playing in a national championship tournament at upei.ca/ria
What programs does UPEI offer?
Faculty of Arts
An arts degree from UPEI is the perfect start to fulfilling your academic and career aspirations! No matter which program you choose, you will gain the skills you need to succeed in your chosen career. Critical thinking and analysis, clear communications and persuasive argumentation, problem solving and creative conceptualizations—these are but a few competencies you will achieve through your program in the Faculty of Arts.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + one language/ social studies + three courses from any academic area
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
“I have had an amazing experience at UPEI! I’ve spent three of four years living in residence, and the Residence Life Advisors (RLAs) helped me adjust to an entirely new province and the new life I was making for myself in PEI. In my classes, professors and students have always been warm and accepting. Students are willing to help each other out, and my professors care about how I’m doing.”
KEEDA
Bachelor of Arts
Double major in Diversity and Social Justice Studies and Sociology Wetaskiwin, Alberta
Read more about Keeda’s experience at upei.ca/keeda
McDougall Faculty of Business
Practical experience, dynamic and innovative courses, and close relationships with research and industry are the cornerstones of a UPEI business education. We provide our students with the knowledge and skills to excel in an everchanging environment. With fun and meaningful extracurricular opportunities, an active business student society, and ties to community groups and business experts through co-operative education, the McDougall Faculty of Business is your launch pad to success.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + any two courses from social sciences/ sciences/language + one course from any academic area
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
“Joining the UPEI co-op program marked a turning point in my academic journey. By my third year, I had secured two fulltime accounting job offers from esteemed companies in PEI. One of my internships was with COWS Inc., where I had the opportunity to participate in their marketing photoshoot. Being a part of this endeavour at COWS has been a truly enjoyable and memorable experience.”
YOKTA Bachelor of Business Administration Karachi, Pakistan
Read more about Yokta’s experience at upei.ca/yokta
Faculty of Education
professional program
UPEI’s unique one-year, post-degree Bachelor of Education offers specializations in Indigenous education, international education, and adult education to meet the current demands of all classroom environments. We also offer a French-language baccalauréat en éducation—français langue seconde. A fouryear bachelor’s degree in a discipline taught in schools is required for admission.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have an undergraduate degree + an overall average of at least 70% in the 20 highest grades of the last 22 courses (3 semester hours of credit) + at least 6 semester hours of credit in English or equivalent + completed academic courses in subjects taught in the school system that satisfy the requirements for the program level (primary/elementary or intermediate/senior) into which they seek admission.
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
“For any student looking for a career within the education field, UPEI is the university to attend. The Bachelor of Education program is fantastic, with special focus areas, small class sizes, and English and French programs.”
ALEXANDRA
Bachelor of Education, français langue seconde Kingston, Ontario
Read more about Alexandra’s experience at upei.ca/alexandra
Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies
UPEI’s Faculty of Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies (IKERAS) brings Indigenous knowledge and ways of doing to the forefront of the University, positioning UPEI as a leading post-secondary institution in Canada in the achievement of Indigenization.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + one language/ social studies + three courses from any academic area
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
“As an Indigenous person from Nepal, I connect to the way of life of Indigenous people in Canada— from their perspective on nature to their way of living—so many things are similar with subtle differences. I was hooked by the Indigenous Studies minor from my first day at UPEI. The more I study Indigenous knowledge and education, the more I know myself.”
SAUGAT
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Major in Psychology, Minors in Indigenous Studies and Philosophy
Pokhara, Nepal
Read more about Saugat’s experience at upei.ca/saugat
Faculty of Medicine
professional program
UPEI is housing a regional campus of Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine until a future joint degree is eventually established. The university-to-university partnership brings together the strengths of both institutions— rural and family medicine, nursing, clinical psychology, paramedicine, veterinary medicine, climate change and adaptation, and sustainable design engineering. A UPEI-based campus will increase training opportunities for future family doctors and general specialists and support the medical career aspirations of Island youth. The first intake of 20 students will be in 2025.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
A bachelor’s degree at a recognized university or university college, two letters of reference, and successful completion of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) and the CASPer exam are required before admission.
Notes: All applicants must meet Prince Edward Island residency requirements.
Admission to the Doctor of Medicine program is very competitive; posted requirements represent minimum expectations.
Visit upei.ca/ medicine for more information.
Faculty of Nursing
professional program
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at UPEI ensures you’re prepared for your career by combining innovative and interesting classroom study with valuable, intensive clinical practice experiences. From day one, our students become an important part of a supportive community of peers, instructors, and professors. Learning spaces in the Health Sciences Building are fully equipped with the tools and technologies you will use in your clinical and nursing practice. Each year, students participate in a variety of clinical rotations in health-care facilities around the world.
Our Bachelor of Science in Nursing program has been awarded the highest accreditation standards, and our Faculty of Nursing has a distinguished history of providing an exceptional Canadian nursing education.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
65% minimum in each subject with 70% cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math* + chemistry + biology + one course from any academic area
*Pre-calculus and/or calculus is recommended.
All applicants to UPEI’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) programs are required to complete a CASPer assessment (CASPer Test), in addition to meeting academic requirements. Successful completion of CASPer is mandatory to maintain admission eligibility.
Note: Admission to the UPEI Nursing program is very competitive; posted requirements represent minimum expectations.
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
“As an international student immigrating to another country, I knew PEI offered many growth opportunities. Knowing that I wanted to work in health care and reading about UPEI’s nursing program, I felt it was the right place for me. The blend of academic excellence, supportive community, and practical learning experiences make UPEI’s Faculty of Nursing a compelling choice for any student.”
GABRIEL
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Tehran, Iran
Faculty of Science
Solving the scientific challenges of today starts here in the Faculty of Science. Our award-winning professors create a stimulating learning environment in the classroom, the laboratory, and the field. Participate in exciting student activities and scientific conferences, work on innovative research and development projects, and network with faculty members and industry professionals to strengthen your future academic and career prospects.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects* including English + math** + two science subjects*** + one course from any academic area
*Some introductory courses at UPEI have high school prerequisites: Chemistry 1110 (a required course in many science programs) requires Grade 12 academic chemistry or UPEI Chemistry 0001.
**Pre-calculus and/or calculus is recommended.
***For the kinesiology program, the two science subjects must be chemistry and biology.; for the applied climate change and adaptation program, the two science subjects must be chosen from chemistry, biology, or physics.
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
“I knew I wanted to study actuarial science, and my research found UPEI is one of only 14 universities in Canada with an actuarial science program. What made UPEI stand out for me was how calm and cozy it seemed.
I also spoke with a few friends, and they told me how nice the place was, so I decided to go for it!”
RAYYAN Bachelor of Science Major in Actuarial Science
VP Finance and Administration, UPEI Student Union Savanne, Mauritius
Read more about Rayyan’s story and his UPEI experience at upei.ca/rayyan
Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering
professional program
UPEI’s sustainable design engineering program is built on a foundation of real-world collaboration and industry partnerships, where our students apply their knowledge and skills to solve technical challenges for business and community clients. Our Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering building is the perfect place for your postsecondary engineering education. Non-traditional learning spaces, design studios, ideation pods, product assembly labs, and a design competition centre are all specifically outfitted for your success. Focusing on sustainability, UPEI’s Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Design Engineering program gives you a competitive edge in today’s workforce after you graduate.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
65% minimum in each subject (70% in Grade 12 academic mathematics) with 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects* including English + math** + two science subjects (chosen from biology, chemistry, or physics) + one course from any academic area
*Some introductory courses at UPEI have high school prerequisites: Chemistry 1110 (a required course in the engineering program) requires Grade 12 academic chemistry or UPEI Chemistry 0001; Math 1910 requires at least Grade 12 academic math. **Pre-calculus and/or calculus is recommended.
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
“I’ve had a long-standing interest in environmental sustainability and climate change adaptation, and an engineering degree felt like the natural starting point in being part of the greater solution to these global issues. UPEI had a relatively new full-degree program established while I was still in high school, which seemed to align with my personal values.”
BERRY
Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Design Engineering
3M National Student Fellow Wood Islands, PEI
Read more about Berry’s story and her UPEI experience at upei.ca/berry
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
professional program
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The DVM admissions process strives to select applicants most likely to succeed in the veterinary curriculum with the potential to become competent, responsible veterinarians dedicated to a lifetime of productive public service and continued learning.
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
The four-year doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) program prepares students to work as veterinarians in private practice, academia, research, industry, and public service. A veterinary education on Prince Edward Island gives you direct access to unique study environments and many animal species. Learn about and work with farm animals, horses, aquatic species, domestic and exotic pets, and wildlife in our beautiful Island setting!
Our DVM program is fully accredited by the American and Canadian Veterinary Medical Associations and is recognized by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in the United Kingdom. Graduates are eligible for licensure in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. Residents of the four Atlantic provinces as well as international candidates can apply to the DVM program. Applicants must have at least 20 undergraduate credits to apply for this program.
“There’s so much peer teaching and collaboration outside of classroom time in the DVM program. During my undergraduate degree, I worked independently on assignments and kept to myself. However, I’ve embraced this learning style, which has resulted in some great connections and friendships I may not have made otherwise. I am in awe of our class in particular—we have an incredible number of students of various ages willing and happy to teach their peers!”
ELLA
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Martock, Nova Scotia
Read more about Ella‘s experience at upei.ca/ella
Faculty of Graduate Studies
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Visit upei.ca/ admissionrequirements for complete requirements for all UPEI programs.
Take your academic study and career further with UPEI’s growing number of graduate programs! We offer thesis- and course-based options, faculty-supervised and cohort programs, and a wide range of graduate degree specializations. The graduate student experience at UPEI is extraordinary! Contribute to exciting and valuable research and development projects, learn from internationally recognized experts in your chosen field, and connect with the academic and business community. Intake dates and admission requirements vary by program.
“I have experienced an incredible network of support at UPEI that goes beyond the ordinary. My classmates have been like study buddies and friends rolled into one, always ready to guide or offer a helping hand. McDougall Faculty of Business staff members have gone above and beyond, ensuring that I have the resources I need and creating a welcoming atmosphere.”
AMY
Master of Business Administration in Global Leadership Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Read more about Amy’s story and her UPEI experience at upei.ca/amy
Faculty and programs index
FACULTY AND PROGRAM
FACULTY OF ARTS
Acadian Studies^
Applied Communication, Leadership, and Culture
DEGREES, CERTIFICATES, DIPLOMAS
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Science (BSc)
BA
Asian Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
Anthropology BA
Catholic Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
Christian Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
Canadian Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
Diversity and Social Justice Studies
Economics
English
Environmental Studies
French
History
BA
BA
BA
Bachelor of Environmental Studies
Specializations: environmental innovation and change management; environmental thought and practice; island environments and sustainability
BA
BA
Indigenous Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
Integrated Studies* Bachelor of Integrated Studies
International Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
Island Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
Journalism
Korean Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
Medieval and Renaissance Studies^ BA
Music^ BA, BBA, BSc
Music Bachelor of Music
Music Education Bachelor of Music Education
^ minor program; declared with major after second year of study
* program open to Canadian students only
** minimum requirements only; this program has very competitive entry
HONOURS REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM OPTIONS
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects Co-op
Y
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
Y
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects Co-op
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
Y
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
70% minimum cumulative average in English + one social studies or language course + any three other academic courses (Grade 12 math recommended)
College Pathway
FACULTY AND PROGRAM DEGREES, CERTIFICATES, DIPLOMAS
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Religious Studies
BA
BA
BA
BA
Social Studies of Science^ BA, BBA, BSc
Sociology
Sociology/ Anthropology
Spanish
BA
BA
BA
Theatre Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
University Writing^ BA, BBA, BSc
MCDOUGALL FACULTY OF BUSINESS
Accounting Certificate
Business Administration BBA
Specializations: accounting; entrepreneurship; finance; international business; marketing; organizational management; tourism and hospitality
Business Administration Certificate
Business Studies Bachelor of Business Studies
Public Administration* Certificate
Public Administration* Diploma
Tourism and Hospitality
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Bachelor of Business in Tourism and Hospitality
Adult Education Certificate
Education Bachelor of Education (BEd)
Education BEd—français langue seconde
FACULTY OF INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, RESEARCH, AND APPLIED STUDIES
Indigenous Studies^ BA, BBA, BSc
FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Medicine Doctor of Medicine (MD)
^ minor program; declared with major after second year of study
* program open to Canadian students only
** minimum requirements only; this program has very competitive entry
HONOURS REQUIREMENTS
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects
for non-Business students
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects Accelerated Program College Pathway Co-op
for non-Business students
post-degree program
post-degree program
post-degree program, Memorial University admission and PEI residency requirements apply
FACULTY AND PROGRAM DEGREES, CERTIFICATES, DIPLOMAS
FACULTY OF NURSING
Nursing
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Actuarial Science
Analytics
Applied Climate Change and Adaptation
Biology
Biomedical Physics^
Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)
BSc
Specialization: pre-professional
BSc
Specializations: business analytics; data analytics
Bachelor of Science in Applied Climate Change and Adaptation
BSc
Specializations: life sciences; pre-veterinary; environmental biology
BA, BBA, BSc
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
Biotechnology^ BA, BBA, BSc
Chemistry
Computer Science
Environmental Studies
Financial Mathematics
Foods and Nutrition
BSc
BSc
Specialization: video game programming
Bachelor of Environmental Studies
Specializations:
environmental innovation and change management; environmental thought and practice; island environments and sustainability
BSc
BSc
^ minor program; declared with major after second year of study
* program open to Canadian students only
** minimum requirements only; this program has very competitive entry
HONOURS REQUIREMENTS
65% minimum in each subject with 70% cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + chemistry + biology + one course (minimum requirements) **
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
Accelerated Program College Pathway
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
Y
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
70% (75% for Quebec Secondary V students) in English + one social studies or language + any three other academic courses (Grade 12 math recommended)
College Pathway
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
FACULTY AND PROGRAM DEGREES, CERTIFICATES, DIPLOMAS
Kinesiology
Mathematics
Paramedicine
Physics
Psychology
Radiography
Social Studies of Science^
Statistics
Wildlife Conservation
BSc
BSc
Bachelor of Applied Health in Paramedicine
BSc
Specialization: medical and biological physics
BSc
Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiography
BA, BBA, BSc
BSc
Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation FACULTY OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN ENGINEERING
Sustainable Design Engineering
FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
Veterinary Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Design Engineering
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
^ minor program; declared with major after second year of study
* program open to Canadian students only
** minimum requirements only; this program has very competitive entry
Articulation and Transfer Pathways
upei.ca/transfer
UPEI has several transfer and articulation agreements to provide degree pathways to graduates of specific college programs: Bachelor of Applied Health in Paramedicine (formerly the Bachelor of Science in Paramedicine), Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiography, Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation, Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology, Accelerated Bachelor of Business Administration, and others!
HONOURS REQUIREMENTS
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
Y
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course ten first-year UPEI science courses
Y 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one other course
College Pathway
Co-op
College Pathway
Co-op
Co-op
College Pathway
65% minimum in each subject (70% in Grade 12 academic math) with 70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + two science subjects + one course
post-degree program (or two-year foundational program)
Graduate Studies
Doctor of Applied Health (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Sciences (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular and Macromolecular Sciences (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainable Design Engineering (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Veterinary Medicine (PhD)
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Master of Applied Health Services Research (MAHSR)
Master of Arts in Island Studies (MA)
Master of Business Administration in Global Leadership (MBA-GL)
Master of Education in Leadership and Learning (MEd)
Master of Nursing (MN)
Master of Science (MSc)
Master of Veterinary Science (MVSc)
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STEP 1: Create a UPEI account
Visit upei.ca/ apply to create a UPEI account.
You can use your account to start an application, book a UPEI campus tour, sign up for enrolment team visits to your school, and contact our enrolment services team.
STEP 2: Complete your application
Complete an online application form.
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STEP 4: Submit your transcripts and supporting documentation
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Fax: (902) 566-0795
Mail: UPEI Registrar’s Office 550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3 Canada
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Application timeline
Stay connected with UPEI with our application timeline! The first step is starting your application as soon as possible. You can always contact our enrolment team with questions.
FALL 2025
• Applications open in September! Visit upei.ca/ apply and create an application account.
• International applicants should apply as soon as possible to receive an offer of admission, forward a confirmation deposit, and receive a Visa letter and Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL).
• Residence applications open on November 1. Be sure to confirm your seat at UPEI first!
• Scholarship applications open on December 1.
WINTER 2026
• Confirm your seat at UPEI, and tune into virtual and in-person information sessions.
• Application deadline for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is February 15.
• Scholarship application deadline is March 1 for Canadian students.
• UPEI acceptance letters are on their way via email. Celebrate the good news with a social post (#PantherPride)!
• First-year course registration begins in March 2025 for the Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 semesters.
SPRING AND SUMMER 2026
• Visit the UPEI campus for a tour.
• Confirm your residence room (when you receive an offer!).
• Activate your UPEI email account, access your Moodle page, and explore the myUPEI Student portal.
• Watch your email inbox for updates on waitlists, New Student Orientation, and other UPEI activities.
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