BIG FUTURES Start Here
At the University of Prince Edward Island, you’ll find interesting and unique programs; caring and supporting faculty, instructors, and staff; and amazing opportunities to shape your ambitions. From the day you apply to the day you graduate and join over 30,000 “Panthers for Life” alumni—your UPEI experience is full of excitement, promise, and potential.
Welcome to UPEI. Big futures start here!
PROGRAMS
Visit upei.ca/programs for an in-depth look at each program.
UPEI offers programs in ten faculties, including a growing number of graduate programs.
FACULTY OF ARTS
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts—Co-operative Education (Economics)
Bachelor of Arts—Honours
Bachelor of Applied Arts in Journalism+
Bachelor of Integrated Studies
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Music Education
Subject areas: Anthropology*–Applied Communication, Leadership, and Culture*–Canadian Studies*–Diversity and Social Justice Studies*–Economics*–English*–History*–Modern Languages (French*, Spanish*)–Music*–Philosophy*–Political Science*–Psychology*–Religious Studies*–Sociology*–Sociology/Anthropology*
Minors: Acadian Studies–Asian Studies–Catholic Studies–Christian Studies–Classics–Environmental Studies–International Studies–Island Studies–Korean Studies–Medieval and Renaissance Studies–Social Studies of Science–Theatre Studies–University Writing
MCDOUGALL
FACULTY OF BUSINESS
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Business Administration— Co-operative Education
Bachelor of Business Administration—Honours
Bachelor of Business in Tourism and Hospitality+
Bachelor of Business Studies+
Accelerated Bachelor of Business Administration+
Specializations: Accounting–Entrepreneurship–Finance–International Business–Marketing–Organizational Management–Tourism and Hospitality
Certificates: Accounting–Business–Public Administration
Diploma: Public Administration
Minor: Business Administration (for programs in other faculties)
FACULTY OF INDIGENOUS
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, RESEARCH, AND APPLIED STUDIES
Minor: Indigenous Studies
FACULTY OF NURSING
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing+
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science—Cooperative Education (Biology, Chemistry, Foods and Nutrition, Mathematical and Computational Sciences, Physics)
Bachelor of Science—Honours
Bachelor of Science—Honours
Cooperative Education
Bachelor of Science in Applied Climate Change and Adaptation
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology+
Bachelor of Applied Health in Paramedicine+
Bachelor of Applied Health in Paramedicine— Honours+
Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiography
Bachelor of Environmental Studies+
Bachelor of Environmental Studies— Cooperative Education
Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation+
Subject areas: Actuarial Science–Analytics–Biology*–Chemistry*–Computer Science*–Financial Mathematics–Foods and Nutrition*–Kinesiology–Mathematics*–Physics*–Psychology–Statistics* Minors: Biotechnology–Environmental Studies–Medical and Biological Physics
Specializations: Business Analytics–Data Analytics–Environmental Biology–Environmental Innovation and Change Management– Environmental Thought and Practice–Island Environments and Sustainability–Life Sciences–Medical and Biological Physics–Video Game Programming
FACULTY OF SUSTAINABLE DESIGN ENGINEERING
Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Design Engineering
* major and minor available
+ post-degree, post-diploma, and/ or pathway from college programs
FACULTY OF EDUCATION
Bachelor of Education+
Bachelor of Education–français langue seconde+
Study foci: Adult Education–Indigenous Education–International Education Certificates:
Adult Education–Certificate in Educational Leadership in Nunavut
FACULTY OF MEDICINE MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY'S REGIONAL CAMPUS
Doctor of Medicine+
FACULTY OF VETERINARY MEDICINE
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine+
FACULTY OF GRADUATE STUDIES
Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Studies (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Sciences (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular and Macromolecular Sciences (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Veterinary Medicine (PhD)
Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainable Design Engineering (PhD)
Doctor of Psychology (PsyD)
Master of Applied Health Services Research (MAHSR)
Master of Arts in Island Studies (MAIS)
Master of Business Administration in Global Leadership (MBA-GL)
Master of Cleantech Leadership and Transformation (MCLT)
Master of Education in Leadership in Learning (MEd)
Master of Nursing (MN)
Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Sciences–Human Biology–Mathematical and Computational Sciences–Molecular and Macromolecular Sciences–Sustainable Design Engineering–Veterinary Medicine
Master of Veterinary Science (MVSc)
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
UPEI’s requirements for undergraduate admissions apply to all undergraduate programs.
CANADIAN
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Arts and Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + one language/social studies + three courses from any academic area.
Business
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math + any two courses from social sciences/sciences/ language + one course from any academic area.
Nursing 65% minimum in each subject with 70% cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math (pre-calculus and/or calculus is recommended) + chemistry + biology + one course from any academic area + successful completion of Casper test.
Note: Admission to the UPEI Nursing program is very competitive; posted requirements represent minimum expectations.
Science
70% minimum cumulative average in five Grade 12 academic subjects including English + math (pre-calculus and/or calculus is recommended) + two science subjects (must be chemistry and biology for Kinesiology program) + one course from any academic area.
Sustainable Design Engineering 65% minimum in each subject with 70% minimum cumulative average in five grade 12 academic subjects including English, math (pre-calculus and/or calculus is recommended) + two science subjects + one course from any academic area.
FYI: Some introductory courses at UPEI have high school prerequisites: Biology 1310 does not require grade 11 or 12 biology, but both are encouraged; Chemistry 1110 requires at least academic grade 12 chemistry; Physics 1110 does not require grade 11 or 12 physics, but both are encouraged; Math 1910 requires at least academic grade 12 math.
UNIVERSITY OF PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND CAMPUS MAP
FINANCES AND FEES
Over $14 million in financial awards for students!
Your UPEI education is more affordable than many other Canadian universities, especially when you consider the financial support you’ll receive. Upon your acceptance to UPEI, you are immediately eligible for a variety of our scholarships, awards, and bursaries.
Visit upei.ca/scholarships for details.
High school entrance program tuition
$763 per three-credit course
Faculties of Arts; Business; Indigenous Knowledge, Education, Research, and Applied Studies; Nursing; Science; and Sustainable Design Engineering.
Post-degree program tuition
Bachelor of Education program
$763 per three-credit course (12-month program)
Contact the Faculty of Education for a semester-by-semester breakdown.
Visit our fees selector at upei.ca/fees.
Memorial University Faculty of Medicine’s Regional Campus at UPEI, Doctor of Medicine program
PEI students’ tuition is set by Memorial University. Visit mun.ca/medicine for details.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program
$16,602 (full-time, per year)
Graduate program tuition Program tuition varies by program.
LIVING YOUR BEST CAMPUS LIFE IN UPEI’S RESIDENCES!
Joining the UPEI residence community helps you be successful as a student and as an individual! If you are moving away from home for the first time or have had some independent living experience, staying in a UPEI residence is a great start to your studies.
Shared rooms including unlimited meal plans start at $6,038 per semester (*2025–2026 academic year cost).
BERNARDINE HALL
Double room: $6,037* per semester (includes five-day meal plan)
BILL AND DENISE ANDREW HALL
Double and triple suite: $7,348* per semester (includes five-day meal plan)
PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE AND RESIDENCE
Double apartment: $3,967* per semester (meal plans available)
Visit upei.ca/residence for more information about our residence buildings, room types, and costs.
THE UPEI STUDENT
EXPERIENCE
Your UPEI experience is full of options and possibilities. It’s a place for you to grow beyond the classroom and leap into a successful and fulfilling future.
UPEI offers a mix of in-person lectures and online classes, interesting and engaging assignments, and practical degree specializations, all centred on your academic and personal success.
After classes, relax or take a study break. Find your favourite spot to meet with friends and classmates or grab a snack or coffee. Be involved in student clubs and societies for discussion, fundraising, social events, volunteerism, and more. Meet people, expand your understanding, and enhance your resume!
Visit upei.ca/studentlife to learn more.
WE’VE GOT YOU!
Adjusting from high school classes to university lectures may seem overwhelming, but your academic and personal support at UPEI begins the day you’re accepted!
From first-year advisement to time management and study skills seminars to the many support services in our Student Experience Hub, we’re here for you! Our personal support programs are led by considerate staff members, compassionate students and peers, and helpful faculty.
Visit upei.ca/studentaffairs to learn more.
ATHLETICS AND RECREATION
Being a UPEI student gives you access to a full-service fitness centre, personal training sessions, intramural sports, indoor and outdoor walking and running tracks, wellness programming, free admission to UPEI Panther varsity and club team home games, and so much more!
Visit upei.ca/ar to learn about life as a Panther!
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