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I want my parents to be able to access my information. How can I give permission for this? 🔹 How can I give my parents access to my student info? 🔹 Can someone else see my grades or account details? 🔹 How do I authorize someone to speak on my behalf?
Learn how to give permission for a parent or guardian to access your confidential student information by submitting a Release of Information form.
Will dropping a course affect my funding? 🔹 Will I lose my scholarship if I drop a course? 🔹 Can dropping a class affect my student loan? 🔹 Who do I talk to about funding and course changes?
Learn how dropping a course might affect your scholarships or student loans, and who to contact before making changes to your schedule.
Can I pay my student account balance through an Interac Email Transfer? 🔹Can I send an e-Transfer to pay my tuition? 🔹 Can I use EMT to pay for school?
Trying to pay your Acadia student fees? This FAQ explains why Interac e-Transfers aren't accepted and points you to approved payment methods, so you can avoid delays or rejected payments.
I didn’t get a Nova Scotia Bursary but I think I qualify—what should I do?🔹 Why didn’t I get the NS bursary even though I’m from Nova Scotia? 🔹 Can I appeal if I didn’t get the Nova Scotia Bursary but should have?
If you believe you qualify for the Nova Scotia Bursary but didn’t receive it, contact Student Accounts first. If needed, follow up with the provincial Student Assistance Office to confirm your eligibility.
Nova Scotia Bursary - What if I’m in my second (or third, fourth, or fifth) year at a Nova Scotia university?🔹 I’ve lived in Nova Scotia for a year—why didn’t I get the bursary? 🔹 Can I get the NS bursary if I moved here after starting university?
To qualify for the Nova Scotia Bursary, you must have lived in Nova Scotia when you applied to your university. Later moving to the province doesn’t change your eligibility status.
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.
I am a Nova Scotian student registered and paying tuition at a Nova Scotia university, but I am studying abroad. Will I qualify for the Nova Scotia Bursary?🔹 Can I still get the NS bursary if I’m studying in another country? 🔹 Do I qualify for the bursary while on exchange?
Nova Scotia students studying abroad through a recognized program are still eligible for the Nova Scotia Bursary if they’re registered and paying tuition at a Nova Scotia university.
Will the Nova Scotia Bursary affect my income tax?🔹 Do I have to pay tax on the Nova Scotia Bursary? 🔹 Will the bursary show up on my taxes?
The Nova Scotia Bursary is considered taxable income and may appear on a T4A slip if your total bursary and scholarship income exceeds $500 in a year. Whether you owe tax depends on your overall income.
My parent or guardian is an Acadia employee. How do I apply for a tuition discount or waiver?🔹 How do I get a tuition discount if my parent works at Acadia? 🔹 Where do I find the form for the staff tuition waiver?
If your parent or guardian works at Acadia, you may qualify for a tuition waiver. Complete the appropriate form, get all required signatures, and submit it to Student Accounts each term.
What is the definition of a “Nova Scotia student” for the Nova Scotia Bursary Program?🔹 Do I need a Nova Scotia student loan to get the bursary? 🔹 Can I still get the NS bursary if I didn’t go to high school in Nova Scotia?
To qualify for the Nova Scotia Bursary, you must meet specific residency criteria based on your student loan status or where you last attended high school or lived before applying to university.
My student loan won’t be ready by the deadline—what should I do?🔹 Can I get more time to pay if my loan is delayed? 🔹 How do I ask for an extension while I wait for my student loan?
If your student loan won’t be ready by the payment deadline, you can request an extension by submitting a form and proof of your loan application to Student Accounts.
I have student loan forms that Acadia needs to fill out—who should I contact?🔹 Who do I send my loan forms to at Acadia? 🔹 How do I get Acadia to fill out my student loan paperwork?
If you have student loan forms that need to be completed by Acadia, email them to Student Accounts with your name, student ID, and all required documents.
Why can’t I pay student account balances with my credit card?🔹 Why can’t I use my credit card to pay tuition anymore? 🔹 How come Acadia doesn’t take credit cards for fees?
Acadia no longer accepts credit cards for student account payments to align with university standards, reduce processing costs, and protect your financial information.