Will courses from another college transfer into Briercrest College and Seminary?
If you send us an official copy of your previous post-secondary transcript(s), we can give you an evaluation of which courses you will receive for credit as soon as we receive your application. Visit our credit transfer page for more details.

Can Briercrest College and Seminary courses be transferred to other colleges?
Yes! Briercrest College and Seminary has formal transfer agreements with the Arts and Science department at the University of Saskatchewan and with the Faculty of Arts at the University of Regina. The University of Waterloo and Trinity Western Univeristy also welcome transfers inquiries from Briercrest College and Seminary.  We also have a partnership with SIAST that allows students receive credit for up to 50 per cent of their Briercrest courses upon completion of an AA or a BA.

What's a modular week?
Several times per year, we offer modular classes, which are condensed courses that a student may take over the course of one week. Class meets from Monday to Friday, usually from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a lunch break. A portion of the course work is typically due at the beginning of the week, with the majority of it being due several weeks after the course's end date.

Can I take exams early to accommodate travel plans?
No. Please don't make any travel plans until the exam schedules have been finalized.

Do parents receive copies of their son or daughter's transcripts?
According to the Privacy Act, we cannot give students' academic information out without their written permission. We realize that this may seem unfair to some parents, especially if they have made a significant financial investment in their child's education. We ask, though, that parents protect our legal responsibility to keep their son or daughter's transcripts confidential. If a parent would like to see a copy of his or her student's transcript, he or she must arrange to sign a release form with Academic Services.

Where can students get help with homework?
We offer a Writing Centre that meets Friday mornings from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the library. The centre provides the following services:

What is the full cost for one college school year?
The estimated cost of tuition fees and room and board for one full school year for single students living in residence (two semesters) is approximately C$13,000. Personal expenses such as travel, clothing, toiletries, etc., are not included in this amount. Books are estimated at an additional $500 per semester. For a detailed cost breakdown, visit the tuition and fees page.

What financial assistance do you offer?
Each school year we offer thousands of dollars in financial assistance of various kinds. This includes scholarships, bursaries, and student employment opportunities. Visit our finance page for more information.

What is the size of the student body?
The present student population in the college is approximately 600. The combined student population of our college, seminary, and Christian high school is approximately 1,000. Approximately 800 students study through distance learning.

What denomination is Briercrest College and Seminary?
Briercrest College and Seminary is a transdenominational organization; approximately 60 evangelical denominations are represented in our student body. We teach biblical truths common to most evangelical Christian denominations. Transdenominational differs from interdenominational in that interdenominational may mean that only two or three denominations are represented.

What are the 2011-2012 school year's start and end dates?

For freshmen and transfer students, the school year begins on Registration Day, September 6. For upperclassmen and returning students, the school year begins on September 7. The semester officially ends on December 19.

The first day of classes in the winter semester is January 9 (for students taking a January modular class, the first day of classes is January 3). The semester officially ends on April 20. Graduation ceremonies take place on April 21.

Where is Briercrest College and Seminary?
We are located in Caronport, less than an hour west of Regina (pop. 200,000), the capital city of Saskatchewan, Canada. We are 15 minutes west of Moose Jaw (pop. 34,000) on the Trans-Canada Highway

What is the weather like in Caronport?
Our summers are hot and our winters are cold and dry. We do not get much rain at any time during the year, but we do get snow in the winter. Even during the winter we often enjoy a completely clear sky and bright sunshine. You will need to bring shorts and t-shirts for the early fall and late spring and a warm jacket, winter boots, and gloves/mitts for winter weather.

How can students get to/from the airport?
If you need help finding a ride from the airport to Caronport, please contact us at 1-800-667-5199.

What activities/resources are available for spiritual development?

What co-curricular activities are available?

What off-campus activities are available?
The city of Moose Jaw is 15 minutes from Caronport and has a number of recreation and shopping opportunities available. These include Temple Gardens Mineral Spa, Kinsmen Sportplex (pool and waterslide), historic tunnels, laser tag, movie theatres, pool parlour, and lots of restaurants. Regina is just under an hour away and provides many more great opportunities!

Can students get Caronport mailing addresses?
They can get a Canada Post office box at our post office on Centre Street. The address format is as follows:

P.O. Box XXX
Caronport, SK
S0H 0S0

When can I visit the campus?
We welcome prospective students along with their friends and family to attend one of our many campus visit events throughout the year. Simply choose the day that suits you best and call the Admissions office at 1-800-667-5199 to arrange your visit. Check out the campus visit section for a list of upcoming campus visit events.

What are your admission requirements?

Please see the "Admissions Requirements" page here

What types of ministry opportunities are available to Briercrest grads?
Briercrest College and Seminary graduates have a wide range of ministry opportunities open to them. Christian organizations and churches around the world who have both full-time and part-time ministry positions to fill often post on our website. Our career page has multiple organizations at any given time who are looking to employ our graduates in various positions. Other students go on to university and use their Bible-based education to give them a solid foundation to stand up for Christ in the classroom and in future careers. For more information about ministry opportunities.

Does Briercrest College and Seminary prepare students for marketplace roles?
Yes, Briercrest alumni serve in both ministry and marketplace settings. We provide whole-person education that will help prepare you for service in whatever career you choose. Students develop Christian character and integrity as well as essential job skills for today's workplaces. For more information about marketplace opportunities.