Become a student

From secondary school
Have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with at least six 4U, 4M or DU level courses, including one 4U level course in English or français.

From Ontario Colleges of Applied Arts and Technology (CAAT)

• After one year of studies
  You are eligible if you have completed one year of a college program and have obtained the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with one language course (English or français) at the college or 4U level.
• After a two- or three-year program
  If you have completed a two- or three-year college program, you can obtain up to 30 units of advanced standing (transfer units).

Our transfer agreements
Saint Paul University has developed a number of transfer agreements with colleges, allowing applicants to receive up to 30 equivalency units. Find out more by consulting the tab entitled College Credit Transfer.

From secondary school
Have a Secondary School Diploma with an average of 82%, including one course in English or français at the Secondary V level.

From Cégep
Have completed 12 courses of general studies (not including physical education and refresher courses), including English (603) or français (601). Applicants who have successfully completed 12 courses of general studies may obtain up to 15 units of advanced standing, and those who have successfully completed more than 12 courses of general studies may obtain up to 30 units of advanced standing.

Have a Secondary School Diploma, including one course in English or français at the Grade 12 level.

From International Baccalaureate

Have an International Baccalaureate with at least 3 Higher Level and 3 Standard Level examinations with a minimal score of 24 points without the bonus points. Advanced standing can be granted for Higher Level exams with a score of 5 or above. Each HL course equals 6 units in advanced standing.

With AP Courses

Have a Secondary School Diploma. Candidates who successfully completed Advanced Placement Examinations with a minimal score of 4 are entitled to receive advanced standing. Final official results from the College Board are required.

Applications from other Canadian or international universities will be assessed based on the applicant’s previous secondary and post-secondary studies. University equivalency units may be granted depending on the studies completed and the program into which the person is admitted.

Saint Paul University wishes to inform all international candidates that fraudulent activity using the name of Saint Paul University is currently prevalent in certain countries.

Recruitment officers are claiming to represent Saint Paul University and producing false documents featuring the Saint Paul University logo (form, invoice, etc.). The fraudsters demand a sum of money to pay admission and registration fees.

If in doubt, get in touch with us to check the information provided. You can contact us by email at [email protected] or by phone, toll free, at 1-800-637-6859.

Have a diploma attesting to 12 years of education equivalent to the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). Persons who have completed a secondary diploma attesting to 13 years of education, such as the Baccalauréat de l’enseignement secondaire français, can receive up to 30 units of advanced standing.

You must also meet the language requirements

NEW: A letter of permission from your bishop (if member of the secular clergy) or superior (if member of Institute of Consecrated Life or apostolic society) is required. No letter is required for laypersons.

When the applicant’s academic record does not meet normal conditions for admission, it is possible to apply as a mature applicant, provided that the person has not been enrolled in full-time studies for at least two consecutive years. To be considered for admission, applicants must have experience that can be considered sufficient preparation for pursuing undergraduate studies.

Second-entry graduate program requires a B.A. or its equivalent with an average of at least 70% (B) for admission but no prior theological training. Certain programs have specific admission criteria. Read the specific requirements in the Admissions tab in Programs of Study.

Have an Honour’s B.A. (4 years) or equivalent with an average of at least 70% (B). Certain programs have specific admission criteria. Read the specific requirements in the Admissions tab in Programs of Study.

Have an Honour’s B.A. (4 years) or equivalent with an average of at least 70% (B). Certain programs have specific admission criteria. Read the specific requirements in the Admissions tab in Programs of Study.

Have a master’s degree (with thesis or research paper) with an average of at least 75% (B+). Certain programs have specific admission criteria. Read the specific requirements in the Admissions tab in Programs of Study.