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 post-graduation work permit (PGWP). This work experience can help you qualify for permanent residence in Canada.
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
ILAC Pathway — 3.3 or higher
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 2023/24 academic year.
Fees and Expenses (in CAD)
Tuition $16,368*
Student and Ancillary Fees $900
International Administration Fee $ 1,450**
Medical and Dental Premiums (est.) $ 1,000
Books and Supplies (est.) $ 1,280
Accommodation (UFV Residence) $6,022
Living Expenses (est.) $ 4,000
Total first year costs $ 31,020
Based on $682 per credit, with a minimum of 12 credits required per semester. All fees and scholarships are quoted in Canadian Dollars (CAD). | **First year only Entrance scholarships available; UFV selects applications with the highest academic achievements annually. No need to apply separately for scholarships.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted for the Fall, Winter, and Summer 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