Why ºÚÁϳԹÏ?

Located in the heart of historic Charlottetown, the ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï (ºÚÁϳԹÏ) offers a wide variety of academic programs, a close-knit community, and a safe walkable campus for your student. Built on a reputation of excellence, ºÚÁϳԹÏ’s small class sizes and supportive professors create an environment where students can not only succeed, but thrive.

Family and friends can trust that when challenges arise, ºÚÁϳԹÏ’s wide array of support services are ready for students to connect with, including Academic Coaching, Advising, Personal Counselling, Accessibility Services and more. 

Welcoming and Inclusive Community

ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï is a diverse and inclusive campus that promotes respect and safety to every person on campus. This tight-knit community encourages student expression and fosters a healthy educational space. Students come from all walks of life and from local, regional, national, and international locations. Boasting an abundance of services, facilities and professional support, ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï works hard to ensure every student has a fulfilling and rewarding experience.  

World Class Educational Opportunities 

ºÚÁϳԹÏ’s 70+ programs propel students toward achieving their academic and professional goals, offering a wide range of programs and degrees to undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students. Home to multiple Canada Research Chairs, a UNESCO Chair in Island Studies and Sustainability, endowed or sponsored research chairs, and 3M Teaching Award-winners, ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï offers its students access to exceptional faculty, researchers, and staff. 

Access to Industry 

Positioned as the only university in Prince Edward Island, ºÚÁϳԹÏ’s size and close relationships with local industry provide unique access to experiential education opportunities not found in larger places. Hands-on research experience, co-operative education placements, global exchange partnerships, and collaboration opportunities with local business offer ºÚÁÏ³Ô¹Ï students access to real-world problem-solving and the development of marketable skills. 

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