🔹 What summer courses can I take at Acadia 🔹 Are there classes offered during the summer at Acadia 🔹 Can I take summer courses online or in person 🔹 How do I sign up for summer classes at Acadia 🔹 Is Open Acadia where I register for summer courses

Students often want to catch up or get ahead during the summer. This FAQ explains what types of summer courses are available through Open Acadia and how to explore your options.

Yes — Open Acadia offers a variety of summer courses that you can take either online or on-campus.

Here’s what’s available:

• 🧠 Courses in many disciplines, including arts, sciences, education, and more

• 🕒 Most on-campus courses run for 3 weeks, Monday to Friday, with daily lectures and labs (if applicable)

• 💻 Online courses are available year-round and can be started anytime through continuous intake

• 📚 Both undergraduate and graduate-level courses are offered

Summer courses are a great way to:

• Catch up on missed credits

• Lighten your course load for the fall

• Explore a new subject or interest

• Stay academically active while enjoying the summer

📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Continuous intake: A flexible format where you can start an online course at any time

• On-campus course: A class held in person at Acadia’s campus in Wolfville

• Lab course: A course that includes hands-on experiments or technical work in addition to lectures

📎 Suggested Links:

• Open Acadia 

• Summer Courses – Registrar 

• Online Courses and Certificates 

📝 Special Notes:

• Some summer courses may be cancelled if enrollment is low — register early to secure your spot

• You don’t need to be a full-time Acadia student to take summer courses

• If you’re new to Acadia, you’ll need to apply for admission before registering

• Summer sessions typically run from May to August, divided into four terms