Academic Resources
While COVID-19 has been challenging, to say the least, I have been amazed at the perseverance and resilience of our students. God has continued to work in the church and the world through these past two years, and so have you. I am excited to see what this next year will bring.
How can we help you?
Prepare for Success
Don’t know where to get your research sources? Need help with registering? Want help with writing papers? We've highlighted some key information in the resources below. As always, don't hesitate to contact your enrolment advisor with any questions.
Academic Advisors
Joel Meszaros
Student Success Coordinator
Joel is here to serve and support students in all areas of making the journey here at ACTS successful.
Liisa Polkki
Director of Enrolment
Liisa oversees enrolment by leading the admission strategy and connecting ACTS with potential students.
Kevin O’Coin
Associate Director of Enrolment
Kevin helps Canadian students with enrolment, course registration, and general advising needs.
Priscilla Kim
Graduate Enrolment Advisor, Chaplain
Priscilla specializes in aiding international students in all areas from admission to enrolment.
Other Resources
Student Handbook
When you enroll at ACTS Seminaries, you become a student of both your host seminary and Trinity Western University. We are pleased to welcome you to this unique community of learning in what we hope will be a life-changing educational experience. The TWU Student Handbook is here to help you understand who we are as a Christ-centered academic community and what standards we expect you to uphold during your studies.
Course Registration
You can review the Course Schedule available on the ACTS website. When you're ready to register for courses, log into the TWU Student Portal.
The deadline to add or drop a course is the second week of each semester. Refer to the important dates sheet to see the add/drop deadline.
Course Needs Tool
The Course Needs system will show you which degree program requirements you have already fulfilled, which are unfulfilled and which are in progress in the current semester. Course Needs also allows you to search the registration database for upcoming sections of courses that you need in order to fulfill your program requirements.
As you can see, the Course Needs tool can be rather helpful ask you plan out your studies. Watch this tutorial to learn how to use this resource.
Student Transcript
ACTS students have immediate access to their current student academic records through the Office of the Registrar. You can also review your transcript anytime by downloading your current unofficial transcript by logging into Student Portal.
This allows you to check your previous course history (courses taken, grades achieved), confirm the status of your current and most recent classes and to see your current cumulative GPA. Use this data to double-check and fill out your program template as you do program planning.
Course Withdrawal
For all course withdrawal needs, please refer to the Office of the Registrar’s website, under the title, "COURSE WITHDRAWAL FOR GRADUATE STUDIES (SELECT PROGRAMS) & ALL ACTS STUDENTS." Please let your advisor know if you have any questions.
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Academic FAQs
Where do I find the relevant tax forms that I need?
You can find tax information here.
Where do I find all the information I need about graduation?
Graduation information can be found here.
Where can I find my transcript?
Official and unofficial transcripts can be found here.
What do I do if I lose my student ID card or never got one at the start of my studies?
If you lose your ID card, go to twu.ca/help and submit a request to the Office of the Registrar asking how you can get an ID card. Make sure to select the “ID Card” option in your request.
How do I get connected to the TWU Writing Centre?
Click here to make an appointment virtually or in person.
What do I do if I can’t see the syllabus for my class on the course schedule site?
If you don't see your syllabus, email us with an inquiry.
How do I see which courses I still need to complete?
Access your advising worksheet through the My Course Needs Tool. Watch this tutorial for how to access and interpret the information.
How do I apply for financial aid and student loans?
All the information you need is on the Tuition and Funding page on the ACTS Website. Contact your academic advisor if you have any questions.
Is it possible to substitute a course in my program?
Yes, it is possible. Contact your academic advisor for more information.
