Mount Saint Vincent University may grant transfer credit equivalency for academic work previously completed at accredited universities and colleges.
- Credits must be acceptable to the program in which transfer is being sought at the Mount either as a required course or an elective.
- Credits that transfer as part of requirements for a major must meet the University’s standards pertaining to program averages.
- Credits will be assessed in one of two ways:
- As part of an articulation agreement with another accredited institution; Individually by Admissions or the Registrar’s Office in consultation with the appropriate department.
- A grade of “P” (pass) will be assigned to all transfer credits, except for credits for Mount Saint Vincent University degrees offered locally in association with Saint Mary’s University, or internationally in association with Bermuda College may transfer in an alpha form and will be considered in the Mount’s GPA based on program requirements. If any of the above-noted institutions’ grading schemes are in numeric format, marks will transfer in as “P”, which holds a neutral GPA value.
Please Note: Program prerequisites or the content of the program may change substantially. Credits taken many years previously may be considered non-transferable in such cases.
In order for Mount Saint Vincent University to evaluate for possible transfer credits students must:
- Apply to Mount Saint Vincent University;
- Provide official transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Final transcripts must be provided for transfer credits to be finalized;
- Provide official grade translation if not indicated on the transcript legend;
- Be prepared to provide official copies of course descriptions (syllabus preferred); and
- Indicate on the application form the intended major within their program.
Notification will be sent to the students and posted on their Mount Saint Vincent University transcript. Transfer credit requests made before the application deadline will be given priority. Longer procession time can be expected for those who apply after the application deadline. Students with questions or concerns about transfer credits may contact the Admissions Office in writing at msvu.ca.
At the time of application, transfer applicants must submit official transcripts (sent directly from the issuing institution to the Admissions Office) from all post-secondary institutions attended regardless of whether transfer credit is expected or desired. Students intending to transfer directly from previous study are expected to be in good academic standing. Work and life experience as well as the intended Mount program are considered for applicants who have been away from study for a period of time. In either case, however, failure to disclose all previous post-secondary study at the time of application will result in dismissal from the University. While there is no arbitrary time limit beyond which courses cannot be considered for transfer, occasionally courses taken many years previously may not be transferred if such courses are program prerequisites or form part of the major/minor area requirements. Admission to some programs requires specific prerequisites, work experience, or academic average levels.
Entrance Requirements for Transfer Students
- Transfer students must present transcripts of all work completed at the post-secondary level. Admission decisions will be based on an overview of this work with emphasis on the most recent levels of academic achievement. Once the final transcript is received, statements of standing reflecting transfer credits to the desired program are usually issued to the student within four weeks.
- Students on academic dismissal elsewhere will not be considered for admission until at least 12 months have passed since the dismissal took effect and may be required to have an interview with a dean before an admissions decision is made.
- Transfer students must be "in good academic standing" i.e. not on academic probation, according to the Mount criteria for academic probation.
- Applicants to limited enrolment programs must fulfill the stated academic average and any other prerequisite requirements, and understand that meeting the minimum requirement does not guarantee admission.
- Transfer students must complete a minimum of 50 percent of the coursework required (including major, minor, specialization and concentration requirements) for the Mount Saint Vincent University credential at Mount Saint Vincent University and fulfill all specific credential requirements.
- Transfer students are offered admission on the understanding that the time required for completion of their credential will depend on the number and type of transfer credits applicable to the Mount Saint Vincent University program, the sequencing requirements of specific programs, and availability of course offerings from term to term and from summer session to summer session. Those transferring and intending to complete co-op options or routes must understand that the patterned sequence of work terms and academic terms will apply to them.
- Students who begin study at the Mount, transfer elsewhere and then return, will be reviewed on an individual basis, but still in keeping with the minimum 50 percent guidelines for Mount Saint Vincent University coursework content. Also, these students may come under the Resumption of Study After a Period of Inactivity.
- Transfer credits are not formally awarded to those admitted and initially registered as non-degree students. Once confirmation of admission to a credential program occurs, transfer credits are then formally awarded and an official Statement of Standing issued.
Note: Some programs have specific entrance requirements for transfer students. Please consult the specific program you are insterested in.
2.1.8.1 Articulated Degree Arrangements
Specific articulated degree agreements between Mount Saint Vincent University and certain programs offered by Bermuda College, Holland College, New Brunswick Community College, Nova Scotia Community College, and a variety of international institutions exist.
▸ Bermuda College
Students holding specific associate credentials from Bermuda College who are admitted to related four-year professional, undergraduate degree programs at Mount Saint Vincent University will be granted transfer credits as follows:
Upon completion of the prescribed coursework and elective choices outlined for individual associate programs completed at Bermuda College, students may apply for admission to the related four-year professional degree through the office of the Coordinator for External Programs at Bermuda College. In the program of study required to complete the degree, students can transfer a maximum of 12.5 units from Bermuda College coursework toward the degree. Upon the completion of the program of study, Mount Saint Vincent University will award the degree in association with Bermuda College.
In addition, students holding specific diploma or associate credentials from Bermuda College which are not included in the articulated degree arrangements who are admitted to undergraduate degree programs at Mount Saint Vincent University will be granted transfer credits as follows:
Upon completion of the prescribed coursework and elective choices outlined for individual diploma or associate credentials completed at Bermuda College, students can receive transfer credits up to a maximum of 50 percent of the requirements for the specific degree program at Mount Saint Vincent University (7.5 units toward a 15 unit degree or 10 units toward a 20 unit degree).
▸ Holland College
Details to be provided.
▸ LaSalle College
Students holding specific diploma programs from LaSalle College who are admitted to the Bachelor of Business Administration or the Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management degree at Mount Saint Vincent University will be granted transfer credits as follows:
Upon completion of the prescribed LaSalle College coursework and elective choices outlined for individual diploma programs completed at LaSalle College, students will receive up to a maximum of 10 units of transfer credit toward the Bachelor of Business Administration or the Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management degree at Mount Saint Vincent University.
As of this date, Mount Saint Vincent University and LaSalle College have reviewed program requirements and have determined specific transfer credits from LaSalle College to the Bachelor of Business Administration or the Bachelor of Tourism and Hospitality Management degree.
▸ New Brunswick Community CollegeDetails to be provided.
▸ Nova Scotia Community College
Students holding specific Diplomas from the Nova Scotia Community College who are admitted to related professional undergraduate degree programs at Mount Saint Vincent University may be granted up to 50 percent of degree requirements as transfer credit. Nova Scotia Community College and Mount Saint Vincent University have signed specific articulation agreements between the following Diplomas and Degrees:
• The Diploma in Business Administration (NSCC) and the Bachelor of Business Administration (MSVU)
• The Diploma in Tourism Management (NSCC) and the Bachelor of Tourism & Hospitality Management (MSVU)
• The Diploma in Early Childhood Studies (NSCC) and the Bachelor of Arts (Child & Youth Study) (MSVU)
• The Diploma in Human Services (Concentration in Child & Youth) (NSCC) and the Bachelor of Arts (Child &
Youth Study) (MSVU)
Students completing Diplomas at the Nova Scotia Community College should contact their “Campus Centre for Student Success” for information.
View details on all available Articulated Degree Arrangements.