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St. Francis Xavier University [StFX] Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Admission Deadlines, Application Process, Visa Requirements

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St. Francis Xavier University with an acceptance rate of 75% is a moderately selective institution to provide admission to international students. Programs at St. Francis Xavier University have a wide range of undergraduate but limited number of graduate programs covering fields in STEM, arts and other areas. The university doesn’t offer January intakes in graduate programs; there is only September intake available to applicants. Aspiring students need to have at least 70% average marks in their previous school or college with 65% in each subject to apply for the university.

Indian applicants can get assistance for their application at india@stfx.ca.
Limited seats are available in graduate programs. Around 40 seats are available in each program.
IELTS Scores are preferred over other English tests.
Work experience is highly recommended, especially in graduate programs.
International applicants or prospective international students can contact International Student Advisor who can support them in their immigration matters, application queries, and arrival services.
For all nursing school programs, the CASPer test is required.
Freshmen applicants having an average of 85% in academics or higher will receive an StFX grant/scholarship valued at over 5,000 CAD for 4 consecutive years.
International students can easily make the payment to the university using GlobalPay.

COVID-19 Information: StFX requires its accepted students to sign and submit 2 documents named COVID-19 legal waiver and student community protocol document. Documents will be sent to students via email on their StFX student email account.

Highlights

Application Mode	Online
Application Fee	40 CAD for Undergraduates and 100 CAD for Graduates
Mode Of Payment	Cheque/Credit Card/Money Order
Acceptance Rate	75%
Intake Session	Fall Semester
Academic Calendar	Semester-Based
International Scholarships & Grants	Available
Programs Offered	Undergraduate & Graduate
On-Campus Housing	Available
Official Website	www.stfx.ca

St. Francis Xavier Admission Deadlines

The university adheres to the announced deadlines strictly. Aspirants are advised to follow these to seek admission in undergraduate and graduate programs:

Important International Deadline - Undergraduate
January Intake	September 30
International Student Confirmation Deadline	November 1
International Application Deadline	May 30
After Deadline	Case-By-Case Basis
Graduate Deadlines
Masters of Applied Computer Science	October 15
Masters of Science	February 15
Masters of Arts	February 15
Master of Adult Education	Rolling Basis
Master of Education	February 15

St. Francis Xavier International Student Admissions

St. Francis Xavier does not accept any student until official transcripts are obtained and confirmed. The transcripts must be sealed and submitted directly from each institution or college the applicant has attended to the admission office of the university. A WES report with a thorough credential evaluation strengthens the transcript's credibility.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum English language requirements can enroll in the EAP (English for Academic Purposes) program of the university. They are offered conditional admission. Application deadlines should be taken seriously.

Application Portal: Online, Application Fee: 40 CAD for Undergraduates and 100 CAD for Graduates

Supporting Documents for International Admissions

Completed online application form
Official high school transcripts (undergraduate applicants) and college or university transcripts (graduate applicants) along with certified English translated
Undergraduate programs require certain criteria to be met in certain subjects to get qualified for admissions.
A minimum average score of 70% with 65% score in every subject or area
English language proficiency evidence
Financial statement
Valid passport copy
Letters of Recommendation or reference
Letter/statement of intent
Work-experience is recommended

Students can either pay the application fee through money order or credit card. During business hours (8:30 am-4:30 pm AST), call the Admissions Office and pay by credit card over the phone. Contact number is 1-844-299-2527.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Non native English language speakers have to submit one of the test scores to demonstrate their language competency. Some of the tests accepted and the minimum score requirements are as follows:

Test	Minimum Score Required for Undergraduates	Minimum Score Required for Graduates
TOEFL iBT	90 (20 Sub-Score)	92
IELTS	6.5 Band (6.0 Band in Every Skill)	6.5
MELAB	81	N/A
CAEL	70 Overall (Minimum 60 in Each Module)	N/A
C1 Advanced	180 (170 in Each Module)	N/A
C2 Proficiency	180 (170 in Each Band)	N/A

US Visa Process for International Students

Students need to apply for a study permit for Canada to study there. They can apply for the permit and must get their supporting documents ready. Students need to submit a letter of acceptance from St. Francis Xavier University along with a COVID-19 readiness plan, academic documents such as English proficiency proof, transcripts, references, etc., and a letter of explanation (if applicable – when any document is missing for now). To apply online, students are required to complete the following steps-

Make electronic copies of the documents
Read the instructions guide explaining how to complete each step
Answer all the required questions to create a personalized document checklist
Pay the processing fee, application fee, and visa application fee (payable to 3 parties at the time of visa)
Create an online account to fulfill all the required steps

Students can also get their visas at the same time through this process. They do not need to apply separately for the visa. After paying the required fee, students are required to submit the application as soon as possible. They can also check the application status by logging into the same account.

St. Francis Xavier University Undergraduate Admissions

UG at St Francis Xavier University has a wide range of programs in various fields for studying in Canada for international students. The application process for undergraduates is listed below:

Where to Apply – Online Application, Application Fee – 40 CAD

Admission Requirements for UG Courses

Completed online application
Official high school transcripts – English translated
English language proficiency scores
Average 70% in Grade 12 with minimum 65% in required subjects
Statement of Purpose

Additional subject requirements to be fulfilled are:

Bachelor of Arts requires 12th class completion with English and 4 other university preparatory courses.
BA in Human Kinetics requires 12th class completion with English, 1 of Maths, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry, and 3 other university preparatory courses.
Bachelor of Arts & Science in Health requires 12th class completion with English, 2 of Maths, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry, and 2 other university preparatory courses.
Bachelor of Science requires 12th class completion with English, calculus or pre-calculus, 2 of Physics, Biology, or Chemistry, and 1 other university preparatory course.
BSc in Human Kinetics requires 12th class completion with English, 2 of Maths, Physics, Biology, or Chemistry, and 2 other university preparatory courses.
BSc in Nursing requires 12th class completion with English, Maths, Chemistry, Biology, and 1 other university preparatory course.
Bachelor of Business Administration Kinetics requires 12th class completion with English, Maths, and 3 other university preparatory courses.

St. Francis Xavier University Graduate Admissions

PG at St Francis Xavier University has a limited number of options but they are all popular and cover arts, science and technology fields. The requirement for admission to these courses are as follows:

Where to Apply- Online Application (available in October on the program website), Application Fee –100 CAD

Admission Requirements for PG Admissions

Completed online application form
Official college or university transcripts with certified English translation
English Language Proficiency proof
Statement of Purpose
Letters of Recommendation
Evidence of funds
Passport ID Pages
GRE/GMAT scores are not required.

Course specific requirements are given below:

Programs	Resume/CV	Statement of Purpose	LOR	Work Experience
Masters of Applied Computer Science	Not Required	Required 250-500 Words	Two	Optional Recommended
Master of Science- Biology	Not Required	Required 250-500 Words	Two	Recommended
Master of Art- Classical Studies	Not Required	Required 250-500 Words	Two	Recommended
Master of Adult Education	Required	Required 500-1000 Words	Two	Required
Master of Education	CV Required	Required 250 words	Two	Highly Recommended

Applicants may contact the Admissions Office to ensure that their application has been received and filled correctly. The university doesn’t consider incomplete applications for admission decisions. All supporting papers and the application fee must be submitted before the evaluation decision.

Admission decisions will usually take 4-6 weeks. Limited seats are available for some programs, especially graduate programs so meeting the minimum admission criteria doesn’t guarantee admission. St. Francis Xavier takes its admission deadlines seriously and doesn’t accept a late application. Applicants must submit supporting documents and applications as soon as possible.

FAQs

Do I need to upload the reference form on the online application?

The applicant should not upload references. The referees must send reference letters through email or mail.

Can I submit unofficial transcripts for application review purposes?

The university does not review or access unofficial transcripts. Only official transcripts are considered. The only exception is a WES report submitted by international candidates who have had their credentials reviewed by the WES thorough course-to-course evaluation procedure.

How can I strengthen my graduate admission application?

Graduate programs require high English language skills. While the minimum requirement is IELTS 6.5 band with sub-no less than 6.0 band, the application is strengthened by a higher score. Work experience in a relevant field also adds to the applicant’s worth.

How should I write the statement of intent for graduate programs?

The letter or statement of intent should describe the applicant’s qualifications, research interests, career objectives, and reasons for applying to StFX. To apply for MA in Adult Education, long-term professional objectives, area of concern, educator experience, and education philosophy should also be added.

Can I also mail university transcripts to the university in case I have already issued my transcripts from my previous college?

Transcripts will only be considered official if they are mailed directly from the academic institution. If the applicant already holds the official transcript, he/she is required to request a reissue of the transcript and make it send to the university admission office.

Are admissions competitive in St. Francis Xavier?

Yes. Admissions are competitive in St. Francis Xavier, especially for graduate programs. Graduate applicants must hold exceptional academic records, exceptional English skills, and relevant work experience to get their hopes high for admissions.

Can the English proficiency requirement be exempted for international applicants?

Only applicants who have English as their first language or whose medium of instruction was entirely in English can be exempted to provide English proficiency evidence.

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