Athabasca University

University

Edmonton, Alberta · Founded 1970

Enrollment

43,000+ students

Degree Granting

Yes

Campuses

None documented

Website

www.athabascau.ca

Acceptance Rate

Open admission

Address

1 University Dr, Athabasca, AB T9S 3A3

QS Ranking

Not ranked

Application Fee (2026 Est.)

$0 (included in tuition)

Notable Distinctions

Canada's open university; strong distance education

Programs & Specializations

Distance Education Sciences Business Humanities Professional Studies

Most Popular Programs

Business Administration Nursing (Post-LPN)Computing & Information Systems Human Resources General Arts General Science Accounting Legal Studies

About

Athabasca University is Canada's open university, specializing in online and distance education with no residency requirements. It operates on an open-admission model, meaning most undergraduate programs have no GPA or prerequisite requirements. AU serves over 43,000 students across Canada and is a major pathway for adult learners, transfer students, and working professionals completing degrees on their own schedule.