🔹 Can I take Open Acadia courses if I’m not currently an Acadia student 🔹 Do I need to be enrolled at Acadia to take online or summer courses 🔹 Can non-degree students register for Open Acadia programs

Open Acadia is designed to serve both current Acadia students and learners from outside the university. This FAQ explains how non-Acadia students can access courses and what steps they need to take to register.

Yes — you do not need to be an Acadia student to take courses through Open Acadia. The program is open to:

• 🧑‍🎓 Current Acadia students

• 🆕 Independent learners not enrolled in a degree program

• 👩‍💼 Professionals seeking career development

• 👵 Lifelong learners and seniors

• 🌍 International students preparing for academic study

If you’re not currently enrolled at Acadia, you can apply as an independent student and register for online, summer, or certificate courses.

📝 How to apply:

• Visit theOpen Acadia registration page

• Use the undergraduate application and select “Independent” as your program

• Indicate which course(s) you’re interested in under “Notes”

• Submit any required transcripts

• You’ll receive confirmation and registration instructions within a few business days

Courses are flexible and offered in formats like continuous intake, so you can start when it suits your schedule.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Independent student: A learner who is not enrolled in a full-time degree program

• Continuous intake: A course format that allows you to start anytime and work at your own pace

• Non-degree-seeking student: Someone taking courses for credit or enrichment without pursuing a full degree

📎 Suggested Links (Plain Text):

• Open Acadia 

• Register for Online Courses 

• Online Courses and Certificates 

📝 Special Notes:

• You can take courses for credit, personal enrichment, or professional development

• Some certificate programs may have additional application steps

• If you plan to transfer credits to another institution, check with their registrar first