{"id":731,"date":"2013-05-08T16:11:06","date_gmt":"2013-05-08T21:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mancini.brandonu.ca\/admissions\/?page_id=731"},"modified":"2026-02-23T14:01:32","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T20:01:32","slug":"mature","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/future-students\/apply\/mature\/","title":{"rendered":"Adult Learners"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class='post-731 float'><p><a title=\"Apply Now\" href=\"https:\/\/webapp.brandonu.ca\/pls\/admission\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button>Apply Now <\/button><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/future-students\/apply\/\">How to Apply<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/future-students\/apply\/high-school\/deadlines\/\">Application Deadlines<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/future-students\/apply\/high-school\/guide\/required-documents-by-admission-category\/\">Required Documents<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For more information regarding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/senate-office\/plar\/\">Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition<\/a> please call (204) 727-7300 or email us at <a href=\"&#x6d;&#x61;&#x69;&#x6c;&#x74;&#x6f;&#x3a;&#x70;&#x6c;&#x61;&#x72;&#x40;&#x62;&#x72;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x64;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x75;&#x2e;&#x63;&#97;\">&#x70;l&#x61;&#114;&#x40;&#98;r&#x61;&#110;&#x64;&#111;n&#x75;&#46;&#x63;&#97;<\/a><\/p>\n<\/aside><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\" style=\"text-align: left\"><strong>Welcome Adult Learners<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\" style=\"text-align: left\">Brandon University welcomes adult students to join our learning community. As an adult learner, you\u2019ll receive personalized support and a quality education that fits your goals and experience.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"admission-requirements\">Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Admission depends on your most recent education.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">You may qualify as a <strong>Mature Student <\/strong>if you:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Are <strong>21 or older <\/strong>by the start of term (Sept 1, Jan 1, or May 1)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Are a <strong>Canadian citizen <\/strong>or <strong>Permanent Resident<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Do <strong>not <\/strong>meet regular admission requirements (e.g., you haven\u2019t completed high school or attended post-secondary)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"how-to-apply\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Select your education background when applying:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>No high school diploma <\/strong>\u2192 \u201cOver 21 and have not graduated high school\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Completed or completing high school <\/strong>\u2192 \u201cCurrently completing or have graduated from high school\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Previously attended post-secondary <\/strong>\u2192 \u201cCurrently studying or have studied at a college\/university\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Returning BU student <\/strong>\u2192 \u201cApplying for readmission after 3+ years\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Homeschooled <\/strong>\u2192 \u201cCurrently being homeschooled or am a homeschool graduate\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"transfer-credit\">Transfer Credit<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">If you\u2019ve studied elsewhere, BU automatically assesses eligible transfer credits after acceptance.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Check the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/webapp.brandonu.ca\/pls\/transfer\/f?p=109:10\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\">Course Transfer Database<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">The <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"mail&#116;&#111;&#58;&#97;&#100;&#x6d;&#x69;&#x73;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;s&#64;br&#97;&#110;&#100;&#111;&#110;&#x75;&#x2e;&#x63;&#x61;\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\">Admissions Office<\/span><\/a> may contact you for course outlines.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Assessment can take up to <strong>12 weeks<\/strong>, so apply early.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"prior-learning-plar\">Prior Learning (PLAR)<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Your work or life experience may count toward university credit. Learn more through <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/future-students\/apply\/plar\/\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\">Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)<\/span><\/a>.<br \/>\nQuestions? Contact <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"mai&#108;&#116;&#111;&#x3a;&#x70;&#x6c;&#x61;&#x72;&#x40;bra&#110;&#100;&#111;&#110;&#x75;&#x2e;&#x63;&#x61;\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\">&#112;&#x6c;&#97;&#x72;&#64;&#x62;&#114;&#x61;n&#x64;o&#x6e;u&#x2e;c&#97;<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"canadian-forces-learners\">Canadian Forces Learners<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">BU welcomes Canadian Forces members, spouses, and dependents. Residency requirements may be waived if studies are interrupted due to service.<br \/>\nMembers can meet with a PLAR Coordinator to evaluate training for possible credit \u2014 email <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"&#x6d;&#x61;&#x69;&#x6c;&#x74;&#x6f;&#58;&#112;&#108;&#97;r&#64;br&#x61;&#x6e;&#x64;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x75;&#46;&#99;&#97;\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\">&#x70;&#x6c;&#97;r&#x40;&#x62;&#114;&#97;n&#x64;&#x6f;&#110;&#117;&#46;&#x63;&#x61;<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_&amp;]:clear-end font-editorial font-bold text-base first:mt-0\" id=\"support-for-adult-students\">Support for Adult Students<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">BU offers dedicated services to help you succeed:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\">\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/academic-advising\/staff-listing\/\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\"><strong>Academic Advising<\/strong><\/span><\/a>: Choose courses and plan your degree path.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/academic-skills\/\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\"><strong>Academic Skills Centre<\/strong><\/span><\/a>: Writing, math, and study strategy support.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/student-services\/careers\/\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\"><strong>Career Services<\/strong><\/span><\/a>: Explore degree-related career options.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/student-services\/student-accessibility-services\/\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\"><strong>Accessibility Services<\/strong><\/span><\/a>: Academic accommodations and adaptive resources.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\">\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.brandonu.ca\/personal-counselling\/\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\"><strong>Personal Counselling<\/strong><\/span><\/a>: Confidential support for personal challenges that affect your studies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Start your journey today\u2014Brandon University is ready to help you succeed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apply Now How to Apply Application Deadlines Required Documents For more information regarding Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition please call (204) 727-7300 or email us at &#112;&#x6c;&#97;&#x72;&#64;&#98;&#x72;&#97;&#x6e;d&#x6f;n&#117;&#x2e;&#99;&#x61; Welcome Adult Learners Brandon University welcomes adult students to join our learning community. 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