Founded: 1853 Total Students: 4,500+
Overview
StFX is known for the quality of our teaching, small class sizes creating an intimate and collaborative learning environment, and our valuable hands-on learning and research opportunities for undergraduates.
Students Life
TOTAL STUDENTS
Cost Per Year*
AVERAGE COST OF LIVING
Average Tuition Fee Per Year*
UNDERGRADUATE
GRADUATE
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
English Score Requirement
MINIMUM IELTS SCORE
UNDERGRADUATE
GRADUATE
MINIMUM TOEFL IBT
UNDERGRADUATE
GRADUATE
Note: Language proficiency requirements can vary on program basis.
Admission Requirements
The following requirements must be fulfilled to get admitted to St. Francis Xavier University:
- International students are considered on case-by-case basis. There can be some additional requirements, depending on the program you are applying to.
- Students are required to submit their original transcripts from their last attended academic institutions. If they are not in English, then submit the translated copies of the same along with the originals.
- Should provide the certificate issued by the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) that compares educational credentials from other countries to educational standards in Canada.
- Applicants must be 18 years old at the time of the beginning of the course.
- You need to submit your English language proficiency test scores if you are coming from a non-English speaking country.
Please note: If you are not a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada, you must obtain a valid study permit before you come to Canada.
Opportunities
Career
Career and academic services at SFXU are exceptional and created for the students to take the best decisions with the help of the college faculty which is there to guide them at every step.
- Career Counseling and Academic Advising
- Internships and On the Job Training
- Resume, CV and Cover Letter Building
- Job and Recruitment Services
- Study Programs and Internship Abroad
- Online Job Portals
Accomodation
Student Support
Student Support Services
- Academic Advising: We provide a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment for undergraduate students to access information regarding all aspects of their academics.
- Health and Counselling: Whether you’re a new student or a returning student, we’d like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Health & Counselling Centre. We have mental health clinicians, nurses and physicians to help you with your health care needs.
- Human Rights and Equity: The Human Rights & Equity Team works to ensure StFX is a welcoming and respectful learning, living and working community for everyone.
- Sexual Violence Prevention and Response: We aim to address harmful attitudes and behaviors by promoting student engagement in sexual assault prevention and larger societal issues around gender and violence.
- Diversity Engagement Centre: A space dedicated to supporting traditionally underrepresented student populations. Includes Black, Gender & Sexual Diversity, Indigenous, and International student advising offices.
- Student Career Centre: Career and employment-related assistance for students in all programs and years.
- IT services and support.
Scholarships
Entrance Scholarships
$5,000 Entrance (85-89.9% scholarship average) | $5,000 ($1,250 renewable for 4 years) |
$7,000 Entrance (90-95.9% scholarship average) | $7,000 ($1,750 renewable for 4 years) |
$12,000 Merit (+96% scholarship average) | $12,000 ($3,000 renewable for 4 years) |
Transfer Scholarship (+80% average and 24 credits) | $2,000 (non-renewable: Apply by May 30) |
Eligibility:
Scholarship eligibility is based on final marks for the five Grade 12 courses used to meet admission requirements for your program. Please note that final Grade 11 equivalent subject marks may be used in the interim to calculate the average. Open to all students.
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Campus Detail
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Antigonish, NS B2G 2W5, Canada