Discover Mount Allison.
We know you have a lot of questions. Connect with us to learn more about Mount Allison.
Every year, your dedicated and knowledgeable admissions counsellors connect with prospective students and families through campus tours, events, and info sessions to share information about Mount Allison.
We offer a variety of events on and off campus that are tailored for students who have started to explore their post-secondary future.
Preview MtA all summer
Join us on campus in July/August for enhanced campus tours tailored to incoming students!
Campus tours include:
- a 90-minute guided tour led by our student campus ambassadors
- a meeting with an admissions staff member to ensure all your questions are answered
Campus visitors who have committed to MtA will enjoy the following perks:
- MtA swag item β your choice of preferred item from a variety of available swag for all student visitors on the tour.
- Local discounts and deals β get to know our amazing local businesses with a variety of savings exclusively available to campus visitors.
- 3 for free! β if three students (ages 12+) participate in the campus tour, receive a $75 gas card. Please fill out the ahead of time.
Looking to do more while in the area this summer?
Check out our regional events calendar to consider pairing another event with your campus visit experience β a great family vacation opportunity!
Summer 2025 β Events and festivals in the area
- Every Thursday & Saturday until Aug. 9 β Ballet by the Ocean
- July 3-5 β Neguac Celebrates Summer
- July 4 & 5 β New Maritime Music Festival
- July 5-13 β Shediac LobsterFest
- July 5-13 β Halifax Mural Festival
- July 6 -13 β Antigonish Highland Games
- July 6 β The Rad Race at Rockwood
- July 9-13 β Atlantic Nationals Automotive Extravaganza
- July 12 & 13 β Champs-ΓlysΓ©es at the Museum, Festival of Outdoor Arts
- July 15-20 β Halifax Jazz festival
- July 17-20 β Miramichi Irish Festival
- July 18 & 19 β Sussex Fundy Fest
- July 18-20 β Moncton International Buskers Festival
- July 25 & 26 β Boxcar Country Music Festival
- July 25-27 β Nova Multifest
- July 25-27 β Miramichi Rockin River Fest
- July 25-27 β New Brunswick Highland Games Festival
- July 30-Aug. 1 β Cape Tormentine Beach Music Festival
- July 30-Aug. 4 β Halifax Buskers Festival
- Aug. 1-3 β SappyFest, Sackville NB
- Aug. 1-4 β Miramichi Folksong Festival
- Aug. 7-10 β The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival
- Aug. 8-10 β Sea Shanty Festival
- Aug. 15 β Dieppe Acadian Day
- Aug. 15 β Rock the Harbour
- Aug. 15-18 - Memramcook Street Art Festival
- Aug. 16 & 17 β Nova Scotia SummerFest
- Aug. 21-23 β YQM Country Fest
- Aug. 22-24 β Rogersville Bluegrass Festival
- Aug. 29-31 β Halifax Lebanese Festival
On-campus events
See for yourself why Mount Allison is considered one of the most beautiful campuses in Canada.
Open House
Open House happens twice a year, once in the fall and once in the winter.
You'll learn more about our academics, financial aid, residence life, support services, and how to get involved β directly from our current students, faculty, and staff.
Open House is also your chance to win great prizes, including a $5,000 Residence Room Prize.
Visiting campus on your own?
Looking for directions or a campus map? Go to our visitors section for more information.
Program specific events
Fine Arts students
The Department of Fine Arts hosts Portfolio Days every year. This is a chance to meet our faculty and get feedback on your creative work and ask questions before officially submitting your portfolio.
Music students
Audition Preparation Weekend is designed for students interested in making music a part of their university studies, with particular interest for Grade 11/12 students who are considering auditioning for a Bachelor of Music degree.
Aviation students
Book a Discovery Flight and Tour (pdf), offering a 30-minute flight over the City of Moncton. You will also meet flight instructors, tour the facilities, and get answers to your questions about studying Aviation.
Mount Allison is coming to you!
High school visits and fairs
Through high school visits and academic fairs, you'll be able to meet our admissions counsellors to learn more about our programs, financial aid, and ask questions about Mount Allison.
Receptions and info sessions
MtA receptions and info sessions are family-friendly events designed for you to learn more about our application and scholarship process with other prospective students in your area.
Contact us
Campus visits
E-mail: campusvisit@mta.ca
Tel: (506) 364-2257
Location
Wallace McCain Student Centre (2nd floor)
62 York St. Sackville, NB