I am taking non-credit courses at university. Will I receive the Nova Scotia Bursary?🔹 Do continuing education students qualify for the Nova Scotia Bursary? 🔹 Why don’t I get the bursary if my course doesn’t count for credit?

Only students enrolled in credit-based programs are eligible for the Nova Scotia Bursary. Non-credit courses, such as personal interest or professional development classes, do not qualify.

No, only students enrolled in credit programs are eligible for the Nova Scotia Bursary.

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🚫 Who Is Not Eligible

• Students taking non-credit courses (e.g., personal interest, continuing education, or professional development courses)
• Students not enrolled in a recognized credit-based program
• Those who do not meet the definition of a "Nova Scotia Student" such as:
  • Students on international study permits
  • Students receiving student loans from another province

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✅ Who Is Eligible

• Students enrolled in undergraduate or graduate credit programs
• Students taking courses that count toward a degree, diploma, or certificate

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📘 Helpful Definitions

• Credit course: A course that counts toward a degree or diploma and appears on your academic transcript.
• Non-credit course: A course taken for personal or professional interest that does not count toward a formal credential.

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🔗 Suggested Links

• Nova Scotia Student Bursary Information
• Student Accounts Email -  student.accounts@acadiau.ca

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📝 Special Notes

• If you’re unsure whether your course or program qualifies, contact Student Accounts