The Entrance Awards Program was established by Saint Mary's University with the support of alumni, staff, community members and businesses, with the intent of meeting a variety of student needs through scholarships, bursaries and awards. By completing this Entrance Awards Program Application, you will be considered for approximately 75 awards based on a broad range of eligibility criteria, such as community involvement, extra-curricular activities, academic achievement and/or financial need.
Founded in 1802, Saint Mary's University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Halifax (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Nova Scotia. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Department of Labour and Advanced Education, Nova Scotia, Saint Mary's University (SMU) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 7,000-7,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Saint Mary's University (SMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 217 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Canadian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.