OpenFieldBachelor of Arts in Aboriginal & Northern Studies Admission
Four-year undergraduate degree exploring northern Canadian treaties, Indigenous self-governance, and sustainable subarctic community economics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- High school graduation diploma or mature student admission assessment
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 overall
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Personal profile letter detailing community engagement
- Recommendation letters
- One reference letter from community leader or teacher
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Band sponsorship eligible and UCN First Peoples Entrance Awards CAD $3,000
- Application fee
- CAD $50
- Tuition / joining costs
- CAD $4,600/year (Domestic) or CAD $10,800/year (International)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 30, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University College of the North (UCN) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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