Apply to undergraduate programs

We accept undergraduate applications throughout the year. If you want to experience learning the AU way and are self-funded, you can start immediately! There are no application deadlines for undergraduate programs. You can enrol in a program to earn a degree, diploma, or certificate or take individual courses as an open studies student—the choice is yours.

You won't need to pay another application fee if you change your mind later.

Enrolling in an undergraduate program

All undergraduate programs have continuous enrolment – you can start registering for courses as soon as you complete your online application. You have the option to enrol in a program to earn a degree, diploma, or certificate. Alternatively, you can take individual courses as an open studies student. The decision is yours.

Most undergraduate programs are open admission with no specific admission requirements, but some have specific entry requirements. Visit our programs page to find out what's needed for your program of interest.

Using ApplyAlberta

AU is part of the ApplyAlberta system. When applying to an AU program, you’ll start and finish your application with us. In between, you’ll use ApplyAlberta to enter your personal and academic information and send documents, regardless of where you live.

Learn about ApplyAlberta

Start your application with Athabasca University:

1. Choose your program. Be sure to note the number of years (if applicable) and your major – you’ll need this detailed information for step 3 below.
2. If you have previous post-secondary education or significant work or life experience that could be assessed for credit, explore your options for transfer and advanced credit.
3. Fill out the Undergraduate General Application and select the "Yes, I am applying to a specific program." option.
4. Continue to the ApplyAlberta site. Learn more about the ApplyAlberta application process.
5. ApplyAlberta will return you to the AU site. Complete the rest of the application.
6. Pay the one-time general application and evaluation fees (if applicable). Contact the institutions you’ve attended and have them send your official transcripts sent to AU if ApplyAlberta could not forward them automatically.
7. Write down your AU student ID number at the end of the application process. Your ID number will also appear on your printed or emailed receipt if you choose one of those options.
8. Be sure to have your official transcripts sent directly to AU if ApplyAlberta could not forward them automatically. Also, arrange to submit any other required supporting documents that pertain to your application to the Office of the Registrar.
9. You are now ready to register for AU undergraduate courses as a program student through the myAU portal.

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