Financial Support For Your Calling
At Acadia Divinity College, we believe finances should not be a barrier to theological education.
In 2025-2026, over $330,000 was distributed to support our students through a combination of:
- Automatic financial support
- Scholarships
- Bursaries
- Prizes
- Awards
“The support I’ve received means I can work fewer shifts… it means I can lean into my courses without choosing between my health, my family, and my studies.”
Leah Deveau
Master of Arts in Theology Student
Explore Financial Support Options
Explore our Scholarship and Bursary opportunities for eligible students that require a special application.
Every student in an eligible program receives 28% of tuition. No application required.
Some financial support is granted automatically based on established criteria to eligible students. No application required.
Financial Support for ADC Alumni furthering their education
Frequently Asked Questions
Do all students receive financial support?
Students enrolled in the following programs are eligible for financial support: Master of Arts in Theology, Master of Divinity, No Program Divinity, Graduate Diploma in Christian Studies, Bachelor of Theology, Certificate in Christian Studies, Certificate in Lay Leadership, Certificate in Ministerial Studies. This applies to full-time, part-time, domestic, and international students.
Students enrolled in the Doctor of Ministry and Crandall-Acadia BTh Partnership programs, and auditors / ADC Expand have access to alternative sources of funding and are not eligible for this support. Visit the program pages for details.
Do I need to apply for scholarships?
Some funding opportunities are awarded automatically, while others require a separate application.
Can I receive more than one type of financial support?
Yes. Many students receive guaranteed support alongside scholarships, awards, or bursaries.
How do I know which opportunities apply to me?
Each funding category has different eligibility requirements. Follow the links above to learn more about available opportunities.
Let’s Talk
Whether you’re exploring theological education for the first time or preparing to begin your next semester, you’re not navigating this journey alone.
Contact
Shawna Peverill
Director of Student Services
PHONE: 1-902-585-2216EMAIL: shawna.peverill@acadiau.ca