International Info Sheet 2024/25 University of the Fraser Valley

The perfect place to live and study

UFV is located in the beautiful Fraser Valley, just east of Vancouver, British Columbia, and only minutes north of the USA border. With its mild weather, thriving city centre, and breathtaking scenery, The Fraser Valley provides an exceptional quality of life.

University Ranking

QS Stars is a global rating system that helps you select the right university. UFV is ranked with 5 out of 5 stars in Teaching, Employability, Internationalization, Inclusiveness, and Online Learning, and 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Housing

Live in your own fully furnished private bedroom right on campus, within walking distance to oncampus dining. Living on campus is the best way to get to know other students and be involved with on-campus activities and events. ufv.ca/housing

Career & Work Opportunities

Gain valuable Canadian work experience through UFV’s nationally accredited Co-operative Education (Co-op) program. Co-op combines academic studies with relevant, paid work experience.

If you want to work in Canada temporarily after you graduate, you may be eligible to apply for a postgraduation work permit (PGWP).

Programs

UFV offers 17 bachelor’s degrees, three master’s degrees, and over 100 certificate, diploma, and post-degree programs. Students can choose from a variety of subjects including: Agriculture Aviation

• Business Computer Information Systems

• Criminal Justice

Digital Media Studies Economics Environmental Studies

• Graphic Design & Visual Arts Psychology and more!

No matter what your area of interest, UFV has a program for you. ufv.ca/programs

Admission Requirements

General Requirements

Applicants must have completed the equivalent of Canadian Grade 12 high school and must meet program-specific entrance requirements for admission.

Program Requirements

Please consult the UFV academic calendar at ufv.ca/calendar for detailed admission requirements for each program.

English Requirements

IELTS (Academic) — overall score of 6.5 with no band score below 6.0

TOEFL — score of 88 or higher (iBT) with no section below 20

• CAEL — score of 70

DET (Duolingo English Test) — score of 110

• IB or AP English

Costs

Fees below are based on tuition and fees for the 2024/25 academic year.

Required Fees (in CAD)

*Based on $716 per credit, with a minimum of 12 credits required per semester. **First year only

Estimated Expenses (in CAD)

(est.) $1,280 Accommodation (UFV Housing) $6,990 Living Expenses (est.) $4,000

Total estimated personal expenses $12,270

Scholarships are available to students with outstanding academic achievements.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted for the Fall (September), Winter (January), and Summer (May) semesters. Seats in many programs are limited and popular programs fill quickly. A CAD $150 application fee is required when you apply.

Apply online at international.ufv.ca/apply.