Mount Saint Vincent University

Founded in 1873, Mount Saint Vincent University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the the suburban setting of the small city Halifax (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Nova Scotia. Officially accredited/recognized by the Department of Labour and Advanced Education, Nova Scotia, Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) is a small (enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. Mount Saint Vincent University institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this Canadian higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. MSVU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sport facilities and/or activities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.