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Small university.
Big opportunity. If you choose StFX, you will join a community of young, engaged citizens who are eager to make the world a better place. Why do these students come to StFX? Because we equip them with the skills they need to make a difference. ¡ WHERE WE EXCEL ¡ PERSONALIZED
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Small sized classes taught by internationally recognized professors who know you and care about your success.
Safe and welcoming community with a vibrant, socially engaged campus designed for students to realize their potential.
Work integrated learning and applied learning opportunities through undergraduate research, the co-op work experience, and service learning programs.
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Sanjidha Ganeshan Quatre-Bornes, Mauritius “It’s hard to leave your country and come to a whole new place that you’ve never heard of before, especially if English is not your first language. It’s going to be hard, but you will be able to get through it. StFX is an opening to new opportunities, and there will be someone here to guide you. It is definitely going to be a challenge, but you will be able to overcome obstacles and fears and, in the end, you’ll be proud of your success and what you have been able to achieve.” Sanjidha Ganeshan, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
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St. Francis Xavier University is recognized as one of Canada’s best undergraduate universities. We focus on the academic and personal development of the student, making community and social involvement a large part of the learning experience. StFX attracts the kind of student who is academically strong and highly engaged – those determined to make a positive impact in the world.
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Due to our unique size, students have the ability to conduct one-on-one research with their professors. ANTIGONISH A SAFE & WELCOMING COMMUNITY Located in the university town of Antigonish, Nova Scotia, StFX students have been falling in love with this scenic oasis for over 160 years. With live theatre, terrific food, and interesting shops, all surrounded by warm sandy beaches, hiking trails and parks, you will quickly discover Antigonish is a cozy town with big city flavour. This is home to Canada’s Premier Undergraduate Experience, St. Francis Xavier University (StFX).
WEATHER: 4 SEASONS TO ENJOY Nova Scotia has four distinct seasons: summer, fall, winter, and spring. Each season brings a new opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, sporting events, and special seasonal events and festivals. Temperature can fluctuate between an average of 28 degrees Celsius (82° F) in the summer to -15 degrees Celsius (5° F) in the winter.
STFX COMMUNITY This will be your home away from home. Strangers will become best friends and the campus will become your new world full of new opportunities, friendships and learning. The StFX community is a healthy, safe and vibrant place for you to live and learn and we provide connections to people and opportunities to make this all possible. There is no one right experience; your experience will be the right one for you. Some students have academic challenges, others social, and some a combination of both. We have services here to help you be successful and reach your potential.
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Ho Chi Minh City
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Lima
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London
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Mexico City
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Montreal
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Nairobi
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Nassau
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New Delhi
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New York
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Port Louis
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São Paulo
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Toronto
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Vancouver
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Areas of Study StFX is proud to offer innovative, immersive programs across all of our faculties of study. You can choose which faculty or degree you’re most interested in, and from there explore options for majors, minors or concentrations.
FACULTY OF ARTS BACHELOR OF ARTS stfx.ca/academics/arts
Philosophy
Actuarial Science (major, advanced major, or honours)
Psychology
Political Science Religious Studies
Anthropology
Sociology
Aquatic Resources
Studio Art (minor only)
Art History (minor only)
Women’s and Gender Studies
Catholic Studies Celtic Studies Computer Science Development Studies (joint major, joint advanced major, or honours with subsidiary) Economics
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN HUMAN KINETICS stfx.ca/academics/arts-science/ human-kinetics Preparation for fields including health and fitness, sports-related media, coaching, education, sport history, sport management, sport philosophy, and sports psychology.
English Forensic Psychology (concentration) French
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PUBLIC POLICY AND GOVERNANCE (NEW!) stfx.ca/academics/arts/ public-policy-and-governance How and why do governments make the decisions they do? What makes good public policy? Study public affairs and leadership, and gain insight into how governments address local and global public issues. BACHELOR OF MUSIC stfx.ca/academics/arts/music A degree including courses in composition, small and large ensemble arranging, and modern jazz styles.
History Mathematics and Statistics Music
BACHELOR OF ARTS—First Year Experiences HUMANITIES COLLOQUIUM
stfx.ca/academics/arts/humanities-colloquium
What makes humans, human? In this first-year arts option, students take Philosophy, English and History, taught collaboratively as if they were a single course. Learn from the greatest teachers, like Plato, Sophocles, Aristotle, The Bible, the Qur’an – and many others. SOCIAL JUSTICE COLLOQUIUM
stfx.ca/academics/arts/social-justice-colloquium
A first-year arts option where students enroll in dedicated classes of Anthropology, Global History and Women’s & Gender Studies. Explore how social change movements have influenced our society, and enrich your classroom work with local service learning projects.
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FACULTY OF SCIENCE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE stfx.ca/academics/science Actuarial Science (major, advanced major, or honours) Aquatic Resources Biology Chemistry
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN KINETICS stfx.ca/academics/arts-science/ human-kinetics
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING stfx.ca/academics/science/ nursing
Preparation for careers in health and fitness, biomechanics, motor control or exercise physiology, education, physiotherapy, athletic therapy, or medicine.
Preparation for nursing in both urban centres and rural community settings.
Computer Science Earth Sciences Forensic Psychology (concentration) Mathematics and Statistics Physics Psychology Advanced major and honours options in Economics
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN NUTRITION stfx.ca/academics/science/ human-nutrition Preparation for careers in nutrition, dietetics, and food management; students may meet the requirements for the Integrated Dietetic Internship program.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE WITH DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING (4 yrs) /DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING (2 yrs) stfx.ca/academics/ science/engineering Studies offered in chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, industrial, materials, mechanical, and mineral resources disciplines; diploma graduates can complete a Bachelor of Engineering degree at Dalhousie University, or any engineering degree-granting institution outside Nova Scotia.
Bachelor of Arts & Science CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT
stfx.ca/academics/arts-science/climate-and-environment
The force of climate change requires a global response that addresses both scientific realities and contributing social factors. This degree will examine the physical, biological and chemical composition of our world, our societal relationship with nature, and how the Earth’s energy balance affects our environment. HEALTH
stfx.ca/academics/arts-science/health
An interdisciplinary approach to health studies, which draws on scientific, social and humanistic fields. Students who study health from joint arts and science perspectives will have a balanced understanding of the interrelated nature of health, including medical, social, ethical and cultural factors. Work with local service learning projects.
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“I believe in the education model that StFX provides—the best in academics within a highly personalized environment. Students are immersed in an atmosphere rich in ideas, talents, desire to teach, and the ability to do research.” Gerald Schwartz, Chairman, President and CEO, Onex Corporation
GERALD SCHWARTZ SCHOOL OF BUSINESS StFX’s Gerald Schwartz School of Business is known to produce some of the world’s most influential business and industry leaders. Whether it’s delving into the world of international business, human resources, finance, marketing or accounting, the analytical and technical skills you will learn will prepare you for whatever you have planned next.
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION stfx.ca/academics/ schwartz-school Accounting Enterprise Systems Entrepreneurship Finance
$1,000,000 in scholarships and bursaries are awarded to StFX Business students every year.
International Business Management and Leadership Marketing Joint honours in Business Administration and Economics
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FACULTY OF EDUCATION BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (2 YRS) stfx.ca/academics/education Offering an Elementary and Secondary Focus
Math Mi’kmaw Music Physical Education
Specializations:
Sciences
Business
Social Studies
Drama
Spanish
English
Visual Art
FACULTY OF EDUCATION— GRADUATE STUDY stfx.ca/academics/education Master of Adult Education Master of Education PhD in Education
Family Studies French Gaelic
Please note that all programs with the Faculty of Education require at least a bachelor’s degree as a pre-requisite for entry.
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Dates to Remember 2019/20
OCTOBER
DECEMBER
MARCH
Oct 15: Admissions opens for September 2020
Dec 3: The celebration of the Feast of St. Francis Xavier and the day our senior students receive their X-Ring
Mar 2: Scholarship Applications Deadline
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SEPTEMBER
May 30: Deadline for international applications for September 2020
Jun 1: Residence Deposit Deadline
Register for classes
Arrange your arrival services with the International Office
International Student Orientation · Welcome Day · Academic Day · Classes Start Sep 30: Deadline for international applications for January 2020
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Campus Life
Your home on campus – an inspiring community to call your own Here, our residences and facilities are more than just buildings. By design, these spaces help shape our legendary community spirit; spaces where you will live and learn with like-minded people who share many of your interests. The experience of living in residence at StFX is one that will stay with you and shape your life forever. You will become immersed in your residence’s unique culture, and quickly find yourself sharing stories about your day with housemates, or perhaps heading to the field together to cheer on the home team, or even taking part in fun, friendly intramural competitions throughout the year.
Residence are communities for learning. For example, your residence might be the next to host the President’s Colloquia, a series of discussions led by the university president that feature notable guest speakers and dialogue about social issues. You couldn’t live in a more beautiful place! StFX has invested hundreds of millions of dollars in our residential and academic buildings, creating spaces where our students want to live, learn and play. You’ll enjoy state-of the art facilities and cozy residence rooms, all just a quick, beautiful stroll from your classes. Our community spirit and facilities are second to none. You will love it here!
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Living in Residence
A community like nowhere else Make new friends? Discover new experiences? Share a few laughs along the way? Check, check, and check. Our residence is not just where you sleep. They embody StFX’s legendary community spirit. Here, you will live and learn alongside students like you and find a place where you belong. Each residence is home to Community Advisors and Hall Directors, student
Every student who applies for residence and confirms their academic acceptance to StFX by May 15 is
staff members who can answer questions and provide any support you need.
guaranteed a room.
Learn more at StFX.ca/residence.
Some conditions apply.
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“StFX prides itself on the opportunities for undergraduate students to participate in research.“
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Opportunities in Research Your opportunity for real-world, hands-on experience
Hands-on research is not only encouraged here — it is a fundamental part of your education. You will explore complex projects at the undergraduate level, may work in an actual lab and earn valuable experience in proposing, organizing and conducting real research. You may even have the opportunity to get published in academic journals as an undergraduate student.
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Graduate with an internationally recognized degree that symbolizes quality and integrity.
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Live and learn on a vibrant, technologically integrated campus. A residential campus where more than 90% of students spend their first year in on campus housing.
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The safe and beautiful town of Antigonish, Nova Scotia offers big city conveniences with small town comfort.
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A friendly and active campus with learning and health supports as well as sports, clubs, arts and culture, and activities for any interest. Take a swim in the pool, skate on our rink, visit our health centre, or get help with your homework.
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Small class sizes create a personal learning experience with internationally recognized professors.
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Canada’s strongest alumni network united around the globe by the values of the world famous X ring.
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Opportunities to work through applied learning like undergraduate research and the co-op education program, as well as employment on campus.
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Pizza. Antigonish is passionate about its pizza. There are a number of great pizza shops close to campus. Everyone has their favourite— time to find yours!
Downtown Antigonish features hip, quaint cafés and restaurants. Catch up with your new friends over a cup of tea or a delicious meal.
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Generous opportunities for staying in Nova Scotia through the Atlantic Pilot Program.
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Admission to StFX Applying is quick and easy, and we encourage you to do so as soon as you are ready. Step 1
Apply online at stfx.ca/apply and pay application fee of $40 CAD Apply before March 2, 2020 to be eligible for scholarships.
Step 2
Students are required to submit official transcripts upon graduation from high school If you’ve attended a post-secondary institution, you must submit those transcripts with your application. Email your English proficiency test to admit@stfx.ca.
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Apply for our scholarship program Complete your scholarship application profile by March 16, 2020.
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Confirm your acceptance to StFX Confirm your seat in your program and guarantee a room in residence by May 15, 2020.
Step 5
Confirm your residence assignment Confirm your residence assignment by June 1, 2020 with $400 CAD payment.
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English Language Requirements An English language proficiency test is required for students whose first language is not English. If a student has completed a minimum 2 years of study at an institution with English as the language of instruction, an English proficiency test is not required. Language tests and scores that are acceptable include: · IELTS – (6.5) no band below 6.0 · TOEFL – (90) no band below 20 · CAEL – (70) · MELAB – (90) · CAE – (180)
English For Academic Purposes Program Students who apply for admission and do not meet the minimum English language requirements can apply to StFX’s EAP program. The program offers intermediate (Level 5) and advanced (Level 6) English for Academic Purposes courses to prepare students for undergraduate studies at StFX. stfx.ca/eap Successful completion of the advanced EAP course (Level 6) satisfies StFX’s language requirement and allows students to enroll in full-time studies the following semester. Students have the option to earn credits toward their degree in the advanced level.
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REQUIRED HIGH SCHOOL SUBJECTS FOR ADMISSION FACULTY OF ARTS
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Bachelor of Arts Please note that at the end of your first year of study, you will declare a major in one of the following areas: Actuarial Science Anthropology Aquatic Resources Art History (minor only) Catholic Studies Celtic Studies Computer Science Development Studies Economics English Forensic Psychology (concentration) French
History Mathematics and Statistics Music Philosophy Political Science Psychology Public Policy and Governance Religious Studies Sociology Women’s and Gender Studies Student Art (minor only)
·· English 12 ·· Plus four additional Grade 12 university preparatory courses
Bachelor of Arts in Human Kinetics
·· English 12 ·· One of Math 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12 ·· Plus three additional Grade 12 university preparatory courses
Bachelor of Music
·· English 12 ·· Plus four additional Grade 12 university preparatory courses
ARTS & SCIENCE
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Health
·· English 12 ·· Two of Math 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12 ·· Plus two additional Grade 12 university preparatory courses
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Climate and Environment
·· English 12 ·· Two of Math 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12 ·· Plus two additional Grade 12 university preparatory courses
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
Deadline to audition for the music program: Apr. 30, 2020
Bachelor of Science Please note that at the end of your first year of study, you can declare a major in one of the following areas: Actuarial Science Aquatic Resources Biology Chemistry Computer Science Earth Sciences
Adv. Major–Economics Forensic Psychology (concentration) Mathematics, Statistics & Computer Science Physics Psychology
English 12 Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12 Two of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12 Plus one additional Grade 12 university preparatory course
Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics
·· English 12 ·· Two of Math 12, Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12 ·· Plus two additional Grade 12 university preparatory courses
Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition
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English 12 Math 12 Two of Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12 Plus one additional Grade 12 university preparatory course
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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English 12 Math 12 Biology 12 Chemistry 12 Plus one additional Grade 12 university preparatory course
Bachelor of Science with Diploma in Engineering
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English 12 Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12 Chemistry 12 One of Biology 12 or Physics 12 (Physics recommended) Plus one additional Grade 12 university preparatory course
Diploma in Engineering (two year Diploma)
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English 12 Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12 Chemistry 12 One of Biology 12 or Physics 12 (Physics recommended) Plus one additional Grade 12 university preparatory course
In addition to the academic requirements, successful completion of CASPer is required. Please see StFX.ca/nursingadmission for Nursing application and CASPer deadlines.
FACULTY OF BUSINESS
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Bachelor of Business Administration Please note that at the end of your second year of study, you will declare a major in one of the following areas: Accounting Enterprise Systems Entrepreneurship Finance International Business
Management and Leadership Marketing Joint honours in Business Administration and Economics
·· English 12 ·· Math 12 ·· Plus three additional Grade 12 university preparatory courses
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Scholarships & Tuition Scholarships Available to International Students Scholarships StFX Entrance Scholarship (85% avg.+) StFX Entrance Scholarship (90% avg.+) StFX Merit Scholarship (94% avg.+) International Baccalaureate Scholarships Alumni Association Award Joan & Douglas MacMaster University Award International Scholarship
Value $5,000 ($1,250/year over 4 years) $7,000 ($1,750/year over 4 years) $12,000 ($3,000/year over 4 years) $28,000 ($7,000/year over 4 years)) $2,000 (1 year) $40,000 ($10,000/year over 4 years) $24,000 ($6,000/year over 4 years)
Gerald Schwartz School of Business Scholarships Scholarships Value Schwartz National Scholars $80,000 ($20,000/year over four years) International Scholars $32,000 ($8,000/year over four years) Order of Merit Entrance Awards $30,000 ($7,500/year over four years) Heather Reisman Women in Business Scholars $30,000 ($7,500/year over four years) Scholars of Distinction $16,000 ($4,000/year over four years) Transfer Entrance Scholarships $9,000 ($3,000/year over three years)
StFX offers over $3 million in merit-based scholarships and financial aid. Students with a minimum admissions average of 85% are eligible for an entrance scholarship worth at least $5,000 over four years of study. All scholarship applications are completed on our online Scholarship Application Site. Visit awards.stfx.ca once you have been accepted to StFX to start financing your education.
Apply for your scholarship by March 2, 2020 and complete your scholarship profile by March 16, 2020.
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International Student Fees International Student Tuition
$17,660
Ancillary fees (include Information & Technology, Facilities Renewal, Recreation, Students’ Union, Student Assistance, Health & Wellness)
$1,024
International Student Health Insurance Plan
$1,085
TOTAL $19,769 Payment due September 15th
80% of total:
$15,815.20
Residence and Meal Plan
$10,600 - $14,575
Account balance due January 15th
Tuition and incidental fees are based on approved rates for the 2019-20 academic year. These rates are subject to change. For a full breakdown of tuition, incidental fees, residence and meal plan costs, visit StFX.ca/tuition-fees. *Tuition fees, as well as costs for textbooks and supplies, will vary by program to *Tuition fees may vary by program.
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