Memorial University welcomes applicants of all ages and at all stages from Newfoundland and Labrador, all areas of Canada, and from around the world. Whether you are in high school preparing for your next steps, you are a high school graduate who is ready to start your degree, or you have been studying at another university or college and you find that Memorial offers what you need or want in order to complete your degree, you will find everything you need to know about the application and admission process here.

Follow our step-by-step application guide and you’re on your way to becoming a Memorial University student.

With over 100 degree programs and multiple campuses to choose from, your options are wide open.

• The university has one point of application for admission for undergraduate degree, Marine Institute (non-degree), and graduate degree programs, regardless of your campus of choice.


• Memorial University offers general undergraduate admission to any applicant who meets the minimum general application and admission requirements.


• You do not need to declare a degree to be admitted to Memorial University.


• Admission directly from high school is available to the Faculties of Arts, Science, Engineering and Applied Science, and Business; the Schools of Music, and Human Kinetics and Recreation; to the collaborative Bachelor of Nursing program; and to programs offered at the Grenfell Campus.


• Some faculties, schools, and programs have specific admission requirements that are beyond those in place for general admission. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to a program.


• Applicants for some degree programs (other than pre-programs) including those offered by the Faculty of Education, the School of Pharmacy, the School of Social Work, the Marine Institute, and the Faculty of Medicine must have completed a minimum period of university level studies or equivalent in order to apply for admission. The requirements for each program are provided in the related section of the online University Calendar.


• For information regarding admission to graduate degree programs through Memorial's School of Graduate Studies or to non-degree programs offered by Memorial's Marine Institute, click the links provided.

Make sure you check the relevant deadlines for filing your application.

The basic undergraduate application should include the following items (ensure that your full name and date of birth or Memorial student number appears on all documents):

• General Undergraduate Application for Admission/Readmission
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  • Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their application online to ensure that it is processed in a timely manner. You can monitor the progress of your application if it is submitted online. A valid credit card is required to submit an online application. If you are unable to access a credit card, please see here for a downloadable/printable copy of the University's undergraduate paper application. For information regarding application to the Marine Institute for admission to non-degree programs see here.
  • Your application for admission must be completed fully and accurately.
  • Ensure that your full legal name (including maiden or previous last name if applicable) is listed in the correct order (as it appears on your passport or other government ID).
  • Ensure that the exact mailing address is entered as incorrect addresses may prevent you from receiving correspondence from our office by mail (please refer to the Canada Post website for details on addressing guidelines).
  • The software for the online application supports only the English language.

  Please note your correct citizenship/immigration status under “Citizenship/Residence” section of the application. Further detailed instructions and advice are provided on the related page of the application form.
• Official transcript(s) and Other Required Documents (must be submitted by mail)
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  • The Category of Admission section of the general application provides advice regarding the documents required for applicants under each admission category. Additional documentation may be required for applications to certain faculty or school programs and this advice is included on the related Supplementary Application Form or provided by the faculty or school separately.
  • When required, any official documents (certified copies or originals) must be provided and sent by mail directly to the Office of the Registrar of Memorial University by the issuing institution for all recognized institutions attended (other than Memorial University including the Marine Institute).
  • For applications for admission to programs for which completion of a degree or diploma is an admission requirement, official confirmation by the issuing institution (certified copies or originals) noting confirmation of university degree completion is required if notice of degree awarded is not provided on transcript(s).
  • Applicants attending, or who have previously attended, other recognized post-secondary institutions who would like to have their eligibility for credit transfer assessed should check here for information regarding course outlines and other documentation requirements.
  • Notarized English translations are required if official documents are not issued in English or French.
  • See a chart outlining the requirements for submitting transcripts here.
• Non-refundable application fee
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  • For online applications, the application fee must be submitted as a credit card (Visa and MasterCard only) payment (as prompted upon submission) with the application. An Application Summary and Credit Card receipt will be issued upon successful submission of an application.
  • Applicants who are unable to pay by credit card should submit a paper application form accompanied by a cheque, bank draft, or money order issued in Canadian dollars for the correct amount. A charge of $25 will be made for any cheque, bank draft, or money order which is not eligible for payment.
  • A $40 application fee (CDN) is required for applicants who meet any one of the following criteria:
    • Canadian applicant who has never attended a post-secondary institution.
    • Canadian applicant who has never attended Memorial University but has attended another postsecondary institution in Newfoundland and Labrador (and not one outside of Newfoundland and Labrador).
    • Canadian applicant who has previously attended Memorial University but has not attended in two or more semesters.
    • Canadian applicant seeking admission as a visitor (see Category of Admission section).
  • A $80 application (CDN) is required for applications from individuals who meet any one of the following criteria:
    • Canadian applicants who have attended a postsecondary institution outside of Newfoundland and Labrador.
    • Non-Canadian (international) applicants.
  • Please do not send cash.
• Proof of English proficiency
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  English is the primary language of instruction at Memorial University. All applicants are required to provide proof of English proficiency in order to meet the general admission requirements of the University.

  • Applicants who have attended a minimum of 3 years at a recognized high school where the language of instruction is English may be considered to have met the University's English Proficiency Requirements. The program of study must include the successful completion of appropriate course(s) in English at the senior level. In some cases, a letter from the school stating the language of instruction and duration of study may be required.
  • Applicants may demonstrate English proficiency through study at a recognized university or college where the language of instruction is English. In this case, a minimum of 30 credit hours must be completed, including 6 transferable credit hours in English language/literature courses.
  • Applicants may also enroll in Memorial University's Intensive English Program, taught on the St. John's campus. In this case, students must complete the IEP with an acceptable score on the CAEL (administered by Memorial University).
  • All other students will need to prove English proficiency by achieving a minimum score on a recognized standardized test. Official results for each test must be forwarded to the Office of the Registrar, Memorial University, directly from the recognized testing organization.
    • TOEFL - A minimum score of 550 on the paper-based test or a minimum overall score of 79 on the internet-based test with at least 20 in each of Reading and Writing, and no less than 17 in Listening and Speaking. The institution code for Memorial University is 0885.
    • IELTS - A minimum overall band score of 6.5, with at least band 6 in each of Writing and Reading.
    • CAEL - Minimum band scores of between 50 and 60 in each of the four skills tested (Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking), with at least two band scores of 60.
    • CanTEST – Minimum band Level 4.5 in the listening comprehension and reading comprehension sub-tests and a score of 4 in writing.
    • MELAB – Minimum score of 85% (or higher).

  For further details on English language proficiency requirements, please consult the University Calendar.

Submit your application online (credit card required). Current or returning Memorial University students should apply through Memorial Self Service using your existing Memorial University student ID. Assistance is provided there for confirming your login information if needed.

• Please note that the credit card payment feature on the web application is available only from 5 a.m. to 12 a.m. (Newfoundland time), Sunday through Friday. It is unavailable on Saturday. Click here for the current date and time in Newfoundland.

Submit all supporting documents to:

Office of the Registrar

Memorial University of Newfoundland
P.O. Box 4200
230 Elizabeth Avenue
St.John's, Newfoundland & Labrador
Canada A1C 5S7

Room A-2000
Arts and Administration Building
Telephone (Admissions): (709) 864-4431
Fax: (709) 864-4893 (Admissions) or (709) 864-2337 (General Office)

admissions@mun.ca (transcripts, confirmations of degree completion, and test scores must be sent by mail)

Important Note: Memorial University will verify documents submitted in support of an application for admission, including letters of appraisal, transcripts, and degree certificates. Submission of falsified documents is considered a serious academic offense.

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