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Certificate in Accounting (Certificate) at University of Prince Edward Island

University of Prince Edward Island

Canada, Charlottetown

Duration1.5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 7,470 / per-year

Apply DateSeptember 1, 2026

Next IntakeJanuary 1, 2027

Accounting (Certificate)

Study Accounting (Certificate) at University of Prince Edward Island, a Certificate degree offered at its main campus in Charlottetown, Canada. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 1 year 6 months to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for January 1, 2027.

About Accounting (Certificate)

A foundation for CPAs and other accounting careers

The Accounting Certificate is intended for non-business students who satisfy the entrance requirements of the Business program. Generally, students must have successfully completed Grade 12 in a University Preparatory program with an overall average of at least 70% in English, Mathematics, any two Social Studies, Languages, or Sciences, and one other academic course.

Applicants with the appropriate work experience may also be accepted into the program.

Students who graduated with a BBA, BBST or BBTH, without the Accounting Specialization, are also eligible to return to complete the Accounting Certificate.

The Certificate provides some of the foundation courses for the Chartered Professional Accountant designation.

Disciplines

Flaculty of Business

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate) with a minimum overall mark of 70% though a higher mark is preferred.

English Requirements

PTEMin 66
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 100

Fee Information

How to Apply

1. Create a UPEI account

Create a UPEI account. Your account allows you to apply to our programs and check your application status.
If you've already created a UPEI account, you can sign in.

2. Complete an online application

Some programs require a slightly different process: professional programs (Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and Radiography) and the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program.

3. Submit your UPEI application fee and completed application

You'll receive a message confirming you have submitted the fee and completed your application.

4. Submit your transcripts and supporting documentation

Send your transcripts by
- email: [email protected]
- fax: 1.502-566-071.55
- mail: UPEI Registrar's Office, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PE, C1A 4P3.
Transcripts sent directly from your school, college, or university are considered “official”. All other transcripts are considered “unofficial”.
Some programs require supplemental documents. Check your UPEI account for details.

5. Check your application status by logging into your account.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at [email protected].

Accounting (Certificate)

University of Prince Edward Island

Canada, Charlottetown