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Open Studies

As an Open Studies student at the UCalgary, you're eligible to take university credit courses, without being admitted into a degree program.

University Entrance Programs

UCalgary University Entrance Programs (UEP) are designed to support students in gaining admission to an undergraduate degree program. 

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Degree holders and non-degree holders

Take courses to start your undergraduate journey, get into a specific program or, for professional development. 

Explore degree and non-degree options

Visiting students and visiting student researchers

Have the coursework you do at UCalgary apply to your degree at your home institution.

Discover visiting student options

Current high school students

You may be eligible for Open Studies through the Dual Credit program. 

Learn about Dual Credit program

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Did you know?

Open Studies students with a degree can take up to six three-unit courses per term and non-degree holders can take up to four three-unit courses per term to a maximum of twelve three-unit courses. 

If you're interested in transferring to a degree program, we recommend you speak an advisor in the Student Success Centre (SSC). The SSC offers academic support and exploratory advising for all Open Studies students.

Connect with the SSC

Have questions?

Visit our contact page for all the different ways to contact our office.