Ambrose University (AU)

About

Ambrose University offers accredited degrees in arts & science, education, and business. The Seminary offers graduate-level degrees and programs in ministry, theology and biblical studies. These disciplines are united by the quest for knowledge, wisdom, virtue, and service.

Acronym	AU
Nickname	Lions
Colour	Gold, white, black
Mascot	Ambrose Lion
Founded	1921
Location	Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Address	150 Ambrose Circle SW Calgary, AB T3H 0L5

Objectives

Ambrose University is a distinctly Christian academic community grounded in the evangelical tradition, emphasizing a Christian worldview. 

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

• Arts & Science, Business
• Education
• Theology

Reasons to Study at Ambrose University

1. Uniquely Supportive

   No matter your interests, you'll find a way to get involved at Ambrose. Student clubs, chapel services, leadership opportunities, and sports all help you find your place in university life. In addition, the residence and student development services are there to support you along the way. As an Ambrose student, you'll be a part of this community that truly cares about who you are and what you are capable of achieving.

   
    

2. Affordable Tuition

   The best investment you will ever make in your future is the investment you make in your education today. Financial barriers should never stand in the way of your pursuit of higher education. Ambrose is committed to offering a range of awards and scholarships that enable you to achieve your academic, professional, and personal dreams. You have important things to do -- and Ambrose invests in you.

   
    

3. Great Location

   Whether you’re driving or taking public transit, it’s easy to get to Ambrose. Their campus is in a suburban neighbourhood in southwest Calgary, just a short drive from the city centre and within easy walking distance of the 69th Street C-Train station.

   
    

4. Spiritual Living

   Ambrose Chapel is a counterpoint to what happens in the classroom. Tuesday and Thursday mornings, students pause to worship with friends and faculty. Your spiritual journey at Ambrose is the essential compliment to your academic achievements.

   
    

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

View the Admission Requirements page for detailed information on the accepted academic and language qualifications.

Supporting Documents

• Official Transcripts
• Employer/Professional/Academic Contact Reference
• For Bachelor of Education, See Documents required for Admission for additional requirements

 

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

View the Admission Requirements page for detailed information on the accepted academic and language qualifications.

Supporting Documents

• Official Transcripts
• Employer/Professional/Academic Contact Reference
• Pastor/Denominational Leader from a Christian Congregation or Organization Reference (School of ministry)
• Personal Statement including spiritual journey and educational goals (School of ministry)

How To Apply For Admission

Applications are made online via ApplyAlberta.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : 403-410-2900, 1-800-461-1222

Apply For Admission

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Campus Tour

Facilities

• Accommodation: The Ambrose campus has two residence buildings, each one built to house 242 students and designed to promote community and ensure students’ safety and security. Each floor of the residence buildings is divided into two pods. Each pod has 12 rooms that open onto a central common area. Each pod also has a small kitchenette with a fridge, a microwave, a sink, and cabinets for student use.
• Library: Ambrose Library is open to the public and everyone is welcome! The library supports the learning, teaching, and research activities of Ambrose University through its collection of academic resources that serve all educational programs.
• Laboratory: Ambrose University has laboratories for its science programs, as students in the biology program conduct lab work and develop practical research techniques.
• Research Center: Ambrose University has a research center called the Jaffray Centre for Global Initiatives, as well as other research institutes and activities. The university also hosts the Canadian Poverty Institute and has faculty-supervised independent research opportunities for students. 
• Gym: The fitness centre is a place for athletes and non-athletes to lift weights, do some cardio, and improve their overall fitness level. This facility has state-of-the-art equipment and a fantastic northwest view of the Rocky Mountains.
• Sports: The Ambrose gym—or the Lions’ Den, as they call it—has a seating capacity of 600 for athletic events. It’s the home of the Ambrose Lions Basketball, Futsal and Volleyball teams, as well as intramural activities! Current students and staff are welcome to come to the gym during open gym times for shooting around and hanging out with friends.
• Place of Worship: On campus there is a quiet place where you can go to pray alone or with a small group. This beautiful, small space has been designed specifically to help you retreat from the busyness of your day-to-day life and direct your thoughts toward Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The residence buildings also each have rooms set aside for quiet prayer.
• Cafeteria: Ambrose University in Calgary has a cafeteria called "The Calf". It is located on the first floor of the main campus building and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner on weekdays, and for brunch and dinner on weekends. The cafeteria accepts meal plan swipes, cash, and cards. 

 

 

 

 

Accreditations

• Association of Theological Schools (ATS)
• The Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE).

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Joel Thiessen

  Professor Joel is a sociologist of religion who specializes in congregations, religious nones, millennials, and religion in Canada. He is also Director of the Flourishing Congregations Institute. Since joining ... read more

  the Ambrose faculty in 2008, he has (co)authored five books and countless articles, plus he is regularly invited to share my research inside and outside the academy.
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  Jemmy Suthandiradas

  Assistant Professor Jemmy Suthandiradas is a psychologist whose research revolves around psychological training skills for female athletes, focusing on various psychological correlates. She developed a six-week module to... read more

  improve the performance of female athletes through psychological skills training—the first publication of its kind in India.

  
   

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  Ric Strangway

  Associate Professor Ric came to Ambrose after serving as a pastor with the Alliance in Canada for 30 years. Ric cares deeply about the formation of pastors and Christian leaders for the church, particularly as it relates... read more

  to the unfolding redemptive action of God in the world.
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  Alyssa Michaud

  Associate Professor Alyssa Michaud is a musicologist who works at the intersections of music, technology, and culture in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. A Calgary native and alumna of Ambrose University, she al... read more

  so holds an M.A. from the University of Ottawa and a Ph.D. from McGill University.

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History

Ambrose was formed in 2007 when Alliance University College and Nazarene University College joined together to provide new and stronger academic programming to a broader public. In 2008, Ambrose moved to a 40-acre campus in southwest Calgary with capacity to accommodate 1,000 students in its growing program offerings.