Indigenous students and eldersa at the 2022 Indigenous Graduation Celebration

Haskayne Indigenous Pathway Program

Welcome to the University of Calgary

The University of Calgary, located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprised of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6).

About the program

The Haskayne School of Business Indigenous Pathway Program provides an inclusive and supportive admissions route for Indigenous students seeking to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce degree. Open to both external applicants and current university students, the program offers a supplementary admissions review process designed to recognize diverse educational experiences and potential.

Through the Indigenous Pathway Program, students can strengthen their academic readiness by completing one or more foundational courses, while receiving individualized academic guidance and cultural support. Upon successful completion of the required foundation courses, students are guaranteed admission into the Bachelor of Commerce program.

The Pathway Program aligns with the University of Calgary's Indigenous Strategyii' taa'poh'to'p.

Elder Dr. Clarence Wolfleg, Lee Barrell, and Elder Dr. Reg Crowshoe at the 2022 UCalgary Indigenous Graduation Celebration

Haskayne Indigenous Program Specialist

For access to academic advising, tutoring and student support for all Indigenous student at the Haskayne School of Business contact, Dani Young, Indigenous Program Specialist.

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Access academic, personal, and cultural support at the Writing Symbols Lodge.

Indigenous Wellness

Access to culturally responsive and relevant care for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students to support you and your educational journey through Student Wellness Services.

How to apply

External Students 

If you are not currently a student at the University of Calgary, please contact the Admissions Office to connect with the recruitment team and learn more about the Admission pathways for Indigenous learners. 

Internal Students 

If you are a current University of Calgary student who is interested in transferring into the Bachelor of Commerce program through the Indigenous Pathways program, please contact the Indigenous Program Specialist for advising and to obtain the required forms.

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