Admission FAQs

Applicants from Ontario must have:

• Completed an Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a minimum average of 65% overall
• Grade 12 courses at the U, M or C level
• One of the six courses must be English with a 60% or above

*Courses completed at the “E” (or, workplace) level, and co-op courses, will not be considered in the calculation of the average.

Applicants from Ontario must have:

• Completed an Ontario Secondary School Diploma with a minimum average of 65% overall
• Six university preparatory Grade 12 courses; four of these must be U level courses and the other two must be either U or M level,
• A minimum grade of 60% in each eligible Grade 12 course, and
• One of the six courses must be U level English with a 60% or above

*It is further suggested that students have an additional grade 12 “U” level English course and a grade 12 “U” level History course.
*Students who wish to pursue a degree at Heritage but do not meet the Academic requirements may be placed into the Track to Degree program

Each applicant to the music program is required to pass a music audition (playing any two pieces of music, contrasting in nature, on your primary instrument), and complete a theory placement test, before his or her application can be submitted to the Admissions Committee for final approval.

Applicants who are 21 years of age or older and who have earned a grade 12 diploma (an OSSD) but do not meet the qualifications for a degree program may apply for admission as mature students with their OSSD. After a review by the admissions committee, applicants may be conditionally accepted for one year; academic performance will be assessed after two terms.

Applicants who are 21 years of age or older, and who have not earned a grade 12 diploma (an OSSD) may apply for admission to Heritage as mature students. Applicants may submit test scores from either the SAT or the CLT (Classic Learning Test). For admission to a degree, Heritage requires an SAT score of 950 out of 1600 or 1420 out of 2400. Heritage requires an overall score of 60 or above on the CLT for entrance to a degree; scores of each of the three sections may also be considered. Applicants who have scored below 950 on the SAT or 60 on the CLT may be considered on a case-by-case basis for admission to a certificate.

• Applicants for the Master of Divinity degree program must have a minimum AGPA of 2.3 (C+) in their bachelor’s degree.
• Applicants for the Master of Theological Studies degree program must have a minimum AGPA of 2.3 (C+/B-) in their bachelor’s degree.
• Applicants who do not meet these standards, or are mature students (age 28 or older), may apply to the Certificate of Theological Studies – Track to Degree program. Students who successfully complete the certificate may be eligible to enter a master’s degree program.

Mature applicants, 28 years of age and over, who do not possess an undergraduate degree, may apply for either the M.Div. or M.T.S. in either one of two ways:

1. Apply for admission to the Graduate Certificate of Theological Studies – Track to Degree program. Upon completion of this 30 credit hour program with an AGPA of 2.50 or above, and upon approval of the seminary faculty, the student may enter either the M.Div. or the M.T.S. Courses completed in the GCTS will be used in the new degree program.

2. Demonstrate undergraduate degree equivalency. Students who have completed approximately 101 credit hours of studies at the post-secondary level from an accredited institution, or a variety of accredited institutions, may apply directly to the M.Div. or M.T.S. based on degree equivalency. Such applications will be reviewed by the Academic Dean of the seminary. The 101 undergraduate credit hours should consist of a broad variety of interdisciplinary studies as well as courses which required an adequate amount of academic research and writing. The Registrar may require the student to supply course syllabi in order for the Academic Dean to determine undergraduate degree equivalency.

Mature applicants must write a research essay as part of their application to help discern the prospective student’s fit for graduate-level theological education: how well can s/he read, comprehend, analyze, and argue a thesis. The applicant’s essay will be graded by a member of the seminary faculty to make this assessment. This research essay must be submitted as part the application process. An application will not be complete nor processed until this essay has been submitted.

For those who need to study from a distance, our mission is to provide students with excellent educational opportunities through access to high quality distance-learning courses. We offer courses through two online methods:
1) We offer courses synchronously, via livestream – livestreamed classes allow students to connect to the classroom via video conferencing platforms using a webcam and microphone.
2) We offer some (not all) courses asynchronously, via pre-recorded lectures – asynchronous courses can be taken at three intervals during the year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and must be completed within a four-month time period.

Heritage College is a undergraduate-level institution that integrates a well-rounded education in various disciplines that typically leads to bachelor degrees. It is meant for students who have recently graduated high school, or for adults pursuing an undergraduate degree or career change.

Heritage Theological Seminary is a graduate-level institution that has a deeper focus on training individuals for Christian ministry, theology, and leadership. It is meant for students who have already attained a Bachelor’s degree (or are a mature student, 28 years of age or older) and are preparing for full-time ministry, or older students with ministry experience.

The Student Learning Centre, located in the lower level of our College Academic Building, is a common space available for study groups, tutorial workshops, and one-on-one tutoring sessions. Services offered by the Student Learning Centre include time management, organization, research and writing assistance, and proof-reading. Help is also available through our faculty advisors – all students are assigned a faculty advisor when they arrive at Heritage.

At Heritage, accommodation plans are also available to students. You can connect with our student accessibility team for more information about accommodation plans and IEPs.

There are full-time and part-time study options available to choose from at Heritage. Study at your own pace, and in a way that works with your schedule. Full-time students are considered to be those who are enrolled in 9 credit hours (or more) per term, and part-time students are considered to be those who are enrolled in 6 credit hours (or less) per term.

Yes, students enrolled at Heritage may be eligible for assistance under one or more of the following components of the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP): the Canada Student Loans Program (CSL); the Ontario Student Loans Program (OSL). If you have further questions about OSAP, contact our Financial Aid Officer, Kirsha MacLeod-Fitzgerald, for more information and assistance.

The cost to attend Heritage changes on an annual basis. For the most up to date information please visit our Paying for my Education page. Please see the appropriate fee schedule for more information.

All residence students are required to participate in a meal plan each semester. The meal plan operates on a declining-balance account. You can see the cost of our meal plan through the fee schedule on our Paying for my Education page.

Off-campus Heritage students are welcome to purchase a pre-paid account of any amount (in increments of $25) at the cafeteria.

The Cafeteria provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner from Monday – Friday (at lunch), and is not open on weekends.

Heritage College & Seminary is affiliated with the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches (Central Region), whose churches we serve along with other like-minded evangelical churches, organizations, and denominations. The top three denominations that are represented by Heritage students are the Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches (FEB), the Great Commission Collective (GCC), and the Associated Gospel Churches (AGC). All denominations are welcome to attend.

A limited number of positions for student employment are available on campus – in recruitment, the cafeteria, maintenance services, the library, and other departments.

Students are expected to be faithful in regular church attendance. Heritage has partnerships with many churches in the local area where students are encouraged to attend. Students have the opportunity to develop healthy relationships with the local churches.
Churches can rent Heritage facilities on Sunday mornings but are not associated with Heritage.

Heritage offers the possibility of participating in various leagues in addition to intramural programs and annual sports challenges. These may change on an annual basis. Our facilities include a full-size gym with a cushioned hardwood floor, and a fitness room.

Many Heritage alumni go on to serve in vocational ministry, as well in various capacities in non-profit organizations, cross-cultural ministries, and chaplaincies. In a recent 2024 alumni survey, 74% of the alumni surveyed are currently serving in a paid ministry role. Many of the jobs represented included Lead Pastor, Youth Ministry, Children’s Ministry, Associate Pastor, Worship Director, Counselling, or a Parachurch role.