About the university
Mount Allison University is a small public university in Sackville, New Brunswick, with just over 2,400 full-time students. It focuses on undergraduate teaching in arts, science, commerce, fine arts and music, and offers one research-based master's degree (MSc). In the 2027 Maclean's University Rankings it was ranked first among Canada's small universities; it had topped the former primarily undergraduate category 26 times.
For Indian students, Mount Allison is a residential campus option with one international tuition rate (CAD 22,890 in 2026/27) for regular undergraduate degrees. Popular choices include computer science, commerce, biology and biochemistry, and an aviation programme run with MFC Training that combines a degree with a commercial pilot licence. Admission looks at your academic record and your leadership and commitment outside class.
- Type
- Public, primarily undergraduate liberal arts and sciences university in New Brunswick
- Students
- Just over 2,400 full-time students
- Programmes
- 50+ programmes across eight undergraduate degrees, plus a research-based Master of Science
- Maclean's 2027
- #1 among Canada's small universities
- Campus
- One residential campus in Sackville, New Brunswick
- International tuition
- CAD 22,890 a year (2026/27)
Rankings
Maclean's University Rankings (Small universities) 2027
1st of 22 small universities in Canada
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Computer Science (BSc or BA, major or honours)
- Fee / year
- C$22,890
- Duration
- Bachelor's degree; combined options with mathematics, physics, economics or music
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60 (no score below 51), TOEFL iBT 90 (20 in each section), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$22,890
- Duration
- Bachelor's degree: 42-credit commerce core, 27 credits of commerce electives and a required minor outside commerce; honours options
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60 (no score below 51), TOEFL iBT 90 (20 in each section), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
Aviation (BComm, BSc or BA with flight training at MFC Training)
- Fee / year
- C$22,890
- Duration
- 120 credits including 36 credits of flight training from second year; leads to a Commercial Pilot Licence
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60 (no score below 51), TOEFL iBT 90 (20 in each section), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70; flight training also needs a Transport Canada aviation English test
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$22,890
- Duration
- Bachelor's degree
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60 (no score below 51), TOEFL iBT 90 (20 in each section), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$22,890
- Duration
- Bachelor's degree
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60 (no score below 51), TOEFL iBT 90 (20 in each section), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$22,890
- Duration
- Bachelor's degree; BComm honours in Economics also offered
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60 (no score below 51), TOEFL iBT 90 (20 in each section), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$22,890
- Duration
- Bachelor's degree; a Data Science minor and data analytics certificates can be added
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60 (no score below 51), TOEFL iBT 90 (20 in each section), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$22,890
- Duration
- Bachelor's degree
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, PTE 60 (no score below 51), TOEFL iBT 90 (20 in each section), Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science (BSc or BA, major or honours) | Bachelor's degree; combined options with mathematics, physics, economics or music | C$22,890 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Bachelor's degree: 42-credit commerce core, 27 credits of commerce electives and a required minor outside commerce; honours options | C$22,890 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| Aviation (BComm, BSc or BA with flight training at MFC Training) | 120 credits including 36 credits of flight training from second year; leads to a Commercial Pilot Licence | C$22,890 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| Biology | Bachelor's degree | C$22,890 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| Biochemistry | Bachelor's degree | C$22,890 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| Economics | Bachelor's degree; BComm honours in Economics also offered | C$22,890 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| Mathematics | Bachelor's degree; a Data Science minor and data analytics certificates can be added | C$22,890 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
| Fine Arts | Bachelor's degree | C$22,890 | ≈ ₹15.3 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Mount Allison University with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- UG
Samuel and Cora Vallis Bursary
Value: CAD 20,000 (CAD 5,000 a year for four years); two awarded
Eligibility: International students with demonstrated financial need (preference to students from Bermuda). Submit the entrance bursary application by 1 March
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Admission is based on your academic record (Class 12 for Indian students), leadership, commitment and potential for personal growth. Mount Allison lists recommended subjects for each degree on its programme pages.
- Students who meet the academic requirements but not the English score can get a conditional offer with Mount Allison's English summer pathway programme.
- To receive a Provincial Attestation Letter and Letter of Acceptance, you need an unconditional (or language pathway) offer and must pay the registration deposit.
Postgraduate
- Mount Allison is primarily undergraduate. Its only graduate degree is a research-based Master of Science; contact the university for graduate admission.
Documents
- Class 10 and 12 marksheets (and any post-secondary transcripts)
- English test results, unless exempt
- Passport, and later the registration deposit and housing deposit
- Entrance bursary application (by 1 March) if you need financial aid
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall, no band below 6.0 |
| PTE Academic | 60, no score below 51 |
| TOEFL iBT | 90 with at least 20 in each section (new-format tests from 21 January 2026: 4.5 overall) |
| Duolingo / CAEL | Duolingo 110 (with sub-score minimums); CAEL 70 with no part below 60 |
| Waiver | At least 30 credit hours at an English-medium post-secondary institution, or three years of Canadian secondary school, can meet the requirement |
Accommodation and living costs
Mount Allison is a residential campus. Its 2026/27 estimate for a single room with an unlimited meal plan is CAD 15,965 for the academic year; a residence service and programming fee of CAD 902 covers internet, a mini fridge and laundry.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Single room with unlimited meal plan (2026/27 estimate) | C$15,965per academic year | ≈ ₹10.7 lakh |
| Residence service and programming fee | C$902per academic year | ≈ ₹60,434 |
Campus and location
Mount Allison has one campus in the small town of Sackville, New Brunswick, with on-campus residences and meal plans.
- Small university: ranked first among Canada's small universities by Maclean's for 2027.
- Commerce is taught through the Ron Joyce Centre, which lists paid internships among its hands-on options.
- Flight training for aviation students takes place at MFC Training in Dieppe, about 25 minutes away.
- English pathway programmes for students who need more time to meet the English requirement.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Mount Allison's degrees are broad liberal arts and sciences degrees, with internships in commerce and a pilot licence route through aviation. See our Canada guide for work and post-study rules.
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FAQs
How much does Mount Allison cost for Indian students?
International tuition is CAD 22,890 for 2026/27. Mount Allison estimates about CAD 44,070 for the year including a single room with meals, student fees, medical cover and books.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.5 with no band below 6.0, or PTE 60, TOEFL iBT 90, Duolingo 110 or CAEL 70. A conditional offer with an English summer pathway is possible.
Does Mount Allison offer master's degrees?
Only a research-based Master of Science. It is mainly an undergraduate university.
Is aviation more expensive?
Yes. After first year, aviation students pay a blended tuition with MFC Training, CAD 53,148 a year for international students in 2026/27.
Sources
- Mount Allison: Tuition calculator 2026-27 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Mount Allison: Tuition and costs, first-year students (opens in a new tab)
- Mount Allison: International student admissions (opens in a new tab)
- Mount Allison: Admission requirements (English) (opens in a new tab)
- Mount Allison: Programmes and degrees (opens in a new tab)
- Mount Allison: Aviation (opens in a new tab)
- Mount Allison: Financial aid for first-year students (opens in a new tab)
- Mount Allison news: #1 in 2027 Maclean's University Rankings (opens in a new tab)
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