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Students wishing to change their program of study at Acadia must meet with the academic unit of the program they want to enter. If approved, the academic unit notifies the Registrar’s Office in writing, and the change is processed. Students must meet the entrance requirements of the new program.
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If you want to change your program after starting at Acadia:
📋 Steps to follow:
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Meet with the academic unit of the program you want to switch into
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If approved, the academic unit will notify the Registrar’s Office in writing
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The Registrar will update your program of study
⚠️ Important: You must meet the entrance requirements of the new program before the change can be approved.
✅ This ensures your transition is smooth and officially recorded.
📘 Helpful Definitions:
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Academic unit: The department responsible for a specific program (e.g., Nutrition & Dietetics)
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Registrar’s Office: The office that manages student records, registration, and official program changes
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Entrance requirements: The academic prerequisites needed to be admitted into a program
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