🔹 Which programs have a Co-op option? 🔹 Can I do Co-op in my degree? 🔹 Is Co-op available for Arts or Science students? 🔹 Does my major qualify for Co-op? 🔹 Are there Co-op options for graduate students?

Acadia’s Co-operative Education (Co-op) Program is available in select undergraduate and graduate programs across Arts, Business, Community Development, Computer Science, and Science. Students must be enrolled full-time in a Co-op-eligible program and meet GPA and credit hour requirements to apply.

Here’s a breakdown of Co-op-eligible programs:

🎓 Bachelor of Arts

💼 Bachelor of Business Administration

🌱 Bachelor of Community Development

💻 Bachelor of Computer Science

🔬 Bachelor of Science

🎓 Graduate Programs

 

If your program is listed above, you can apply for Co-op and gain paid, full-time work experience while earning credit toward your degree.

📘 Helpful Definitions:

• Co-op Program: A structured academic option that includes paid work terms related to your field of study

• Eligible program: A degree that has been approved to offer Co-op as part of its curriculum

• Full-time student: Typically enrolled in 3+ courses per term or a thesis course (for graduate students)

📎 Suggested Links:

• How to Apply – Co-op Program 

• Co-op Program Overview 

• Contact Career Services – CEL

📝 Special Notes:

• You must meet GPA and credit hour requirements to apply — check the eligibility criteria before submitting

• If you’ve switched programs and have 45+ credit hours left in your new degree, you may still qualify

• International students are welcome to apply and should confirm work eligibility with Acadia’s International Centre