Admissions process

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How to apply

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How to apply

Ready to start planning your future? Here’s everything you need to know about applying to MRU.

 

Not sure where to start?

Follow these steps to feel confident and prepared to apply.

Before you apply

 

Ready to apply

Jump right in and follow the step-by-step instructions to complete your application.

Steps to apply

 

  

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Before
you apply

Find the right program for you

Choosing a program is an exciting first step. You’ll want something that matches your interests, prepares you for your future goals and opens new doors. Explore your options and find the program that fits you best. MRU offers:

  • Degrees in arts, sciences, health, social services, education, communications, business and aviation
  • Diplomas in aviation and social work
  • Alternative Entrance Options if you don’t yet meet program requirements or want to explore your academic options
  • Direct entry certificates and diplomas for specialized career paths
Discover programs

 

Choose two programs

Your MRU application allows you to add a second program for no extra cost. Adding a back up option is highly recommended as it increases your chances of getting an offer and starting on your academic journey.

If you receive an offer to one program before getting a decision about the other, you can switch your tuition deposit to your preferred program later if/when you receive another offer.

 

 

Review admission requirements

When you apply to MRU, there are both general and program-specific admission requirements you must meet depending on your chosen program(s). Before you apply, you should review:

You will need to become familiar with how each of these requirements affects your application.

 

Attend an info session

Led by our admission and recruitment specialists, learn more about MRU programs, ask questions and get started on an application plan.

Register for a session

 

 

Estimate your costs

Post-secondary education is an investment in your future. Learn about tuition costs and use the budget estimator to find out your estimated expenses for one year of study at MRU based on your program choice.

Budget estimator Tuition and costs

 

 

Applications dates and deadlines

Keep track of key dates and deadlines relating to admission.

Dates and deadlines

 

Consider early admission

During the early admission period, all applications are treated as though they were received at the exact same time. This means all competitively qualified applicants will be accommodated. At MRU, we actually receive most of our applications and fill many of our programs from applications submitted during early admission. It is an ideal time to apply and helps expedite the process so you hear back earlier too.

 

Early admission deadlines

 

Fall Semester: Early admission is open from Oct. 1 to Feb 1.

Winter Semester: Early admission is open from Oct. 1 to Nov. 1.

 

Once early admission has ended, remaining spots are offered to the most competitive applicants based on their date of application. If you wait too long to apply, your desired program may already be full.

Some programs have a Feb. 1 final application and document deadline:

  • Bachelor of Education — Elementary
  • Bachelor of Interior Design
  • Bachelor of Midwifery
  • Bachelor of Nursing


Note: Additional programs may be closed for application on Feb. 1 if they are declared full. All other programs are open until they are declared full or Aug. 29. For international applicants, all other program applications close on April 1 and have a document deadline of May 1.

 

 

Self-reported grades and courses

If you're a high school student currently taking Grade 12 courses, you’ll need to self-report your grades on your application. For each course, you can estimate your final grade based on your current grade or use the final grade from the previous level. For example, if you’re currently in Biology 30, use your final grade from Biology 20 as a guide for your predicted grade in Biology 30. If you think you can improve your Grade 12 grade, be cautiously optimistic when you self-report your grade. Once submitted, you won't be able to adjust this predicted grade.

 

 

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Steps
to apply

Once you’ve decided on the right program (or two), it’s time to apply!

Mount Royal is part of the Alberta Post-secondary Application System (Apply Alberta). You will use Apply Alberta to apply for admission if you are:

  • new to Mount Royal,
  • are returning to MRU beyond the allowable absence, or
  • have already applied for the Fall Semester but want to change your program.

 

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Create an ApplyAlberta account

Beginning Oct. 1, you can start your application on Apply Alberta. Complete your profile and select "Mount Royal University."

Already an MRU student?

Apply for a new program directly through your MyMRU account.

 

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Fill out your application

You will need the following information:

  • your name
  • address
  • date of birth
  • citizenship status
  • grade 12 course and grade info (if applicable) and
  • all high school and post-secondary attendance (if applicable).

 

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Submit your application and pay the $100 non-refundable application fee

A credit card is required to apply online. Applicants who are not able to use a credit card may apply by using the digital application form.

Application deadlines

 

Early admission application deadline 1: February 1

Ongoing domestic application deadline 2: August 29

Ongoing international application deadline 2,3,4: April 1

 

1 Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, Bachelor of Interior Design and Bachelor of Education — Elementary have a final document deadline of Feb. 1

2 Applications for some programs may close before the deadline based on space and availability

3 Citizens of the United States may apply and be considered under the standard dates and deadlines rather than the International deadlines

4 Students eligible to apply for a study permit under IRPR 214 may continue to apply after April 1

 

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Submit required documents

Depending on your academic history, your transcripts may be sent to MRU automatically or you may need to arrange to have them sent.

Transcripts FAQ

 

Document deadlines

 

Domestic document deadline 1: Aug. 1

International document deadline 1,2,3:  May 1

 

1 Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, Bachelor of Interior Design and Bachelor of Education — Elementary have a final document deadline of Feb. 1

2 Citizens of the United States may apply and be considered under the standard dates and deadlines rather than the International deadline

3 If the original transcripts are not in English, you must submit both a certified English translation from a valid translation service and the translation service must attach a copy of the original transcripts and verify they are a true translation of the original.

 

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Feel ready?

Apply now

 

We’re here to help

We want your transition to becoming a Mount Royal student to be as easy as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, we’d love to chat.

Admission FAQs Contact us

 

Next steps

After you apply