Prospective Students
Thank you for your interest in Athabasca University
This links to a general assessment instrument entitled, "Am I Ready for Athabasca University?" From this screen (left side), you can also click on readiness assessments for studies in English, Mathematics and Chemistry and Computer Science.
One of our counsellors has developed a self assessment tool entitled Mapping Your Future. The results of this assessment try to link students' interests with Athabasca University's courses and programs.
You might be interested in possible career outcomes from the completion of one of our programs of study.
If you are planning on using an AU undergraduate degree to meet enrollment requirements at another university, you need to check with the Registrar's Office of the other university to make sure that the AU degree meets those requirements.
Once you have selected an Athabasca University program, a student advisor can assist you with program planning as well as "safe course advice.
From this page you can click on the appropriate program link to find a program description, as well as a list of courses that make up the program (this is called a program plan):
You can find information about the process of becoming an AU student and our fee schedule.
This link from our online calendar outlines the examination process.
Finally, Athabasca University counsellors can help students to clarify their educational and career goals, decide on a program of study, develop sound study and personal management skills, identify and overcome barriers to their learning. If you would like that kind of support and live within North America, please feel free to utilize the online appointment request form.
There is no charge for this service. Please bear in mind that we operate during regular business hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) within the Mountain Standard time zone, and that we are typically scheduling appointments one week to ten days in advance of current date.
SAS for Learner Support Services - Last Updated March 28, 2011
