University of the Fraser Valley Canada

An accredited public Canadian university, UFV offers you the opportunity to complete a university undergraduate degree, a one-year college certificate, or two-year diploma. You can begin your studies in English as a Second Language (ESL) and transfer into academic or career/technical programs. Small classes, taught by highly qualified instructors dedicated to teaching, excellent student support services, safe and friendly family-oriented communities, affordable tuition fees and living expenses, and a location that combines the best of urban and rural Canada, make UFV an excellent choice.

UFV offers you:  

Choice:

Flexible programming allows you to change your program. You don't have to decide on a major your first day!

Help with English:
If you do not meet our English language requirements, you can begin your university academic program while completing your English language requirements in our Foundation program.

Transfer-ability:
If we do not have the program you want, you can still begin your studies at UFV and then transfer to another BC university with full credit (BC Transfer system).

International work experience:
Cooperative education and study-abroad programs mean you can get your credential and even more international experience. 

Support:
Our classes are small and we have strong support systems. 

We don't give up on students!

Come study with us in Canada!

Located one hour from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, UFV is proud to offer world-class credentials to more than 11, 000 Canadian students and 600 international students from 40 countries worldwide.

The Globe and Mail's University Report Card (2007) rated UFV at the top of its category nationwide for having the most satisfied students, highest quality of education, best library, smallest class sizes, and easiest course registration process.

Co-Operative Education Options:

Take your academic learning to the next level by engaging in professional, discipline specific, career-related, paid employment opportunities with employers from all sector. Through full-time, paid work semesters in Co-op Education, you can explore career options in your field, build a resume that will help you quickly secure a professional position after graduation, and pay your tuition at the same time. Applying your classroom learning in the real world also tends to improve your academic performance.

UFV ESL Program:

UFV offers:

six  levels of English instruction ranging from beginner to pre-university

year-round 2 and 4 month semesters for maximum flexibility

academic and cultural orientation combined with language instruction

if you are an advanced student, you may enroll in combined ESL and university courses (Foundation Program) and receive university credit while completing your language requirement

community immersion activities and modern language laboratory

Foundation Program Level 1 & 2 (ESL Level 7 & 8) 
If you have an IE LTS of 5.0 (or another standardized international test of English proficiency) or better, you can be conditionally accepted into an academic program and begin your university studies while completing your English requirements in the Foundation program
level 1 and 2.

English Requirements:

As English is the language of instruction at UFV, all applicants, regardless of first language or citizenship status must demonstrate English language competency prior to admission into academic programs. Students can demonstrate that they have met the language requirement in any of the following ways:

IELTS overall score of at least 6.5 with no band less than 6.0

TOEFL computer-based min score of 230 plus essay score of 4.0

TOEFL IBT min score of 88

TOEFL paper-based min score of 570 plus min TWE score of 4.0

Accuplacer Reading Comprehension score of 80 or better,

Cost of Tuition

4-month semester: $5, 400

Other Costs

Application fee: $150

Ancillary fees (4-month semester): $250

Ancillary fees (2-month semester): $125

Medical premiums: $65/month

Extended Health & Dental (SUS): $160/year

Residence Fees (2 semesters): $7, 020

All fees are subject to revision without notice.

How & when should I apply

You are advised to apply early as many programs have a limited number of seats. Late applications will be accepted for ESL programs if space is available.

1. Complete the International Student Application for Admission form. Please print neatly in block letters. Incomplete, illegible, or late application forms will not be processed.

2. Choose the program to which you are applying from the Programs page. Please choose only one program.

3. Then mail the following:

a) Completed application form
b) A non-refundable application fee of CDN$150
c) Official transcripts from high school, and college or university if attended. These must be in English and, if translated, must be certified
d) One passport-size photograph
e) Test (e.g. TOEFL, IELTS, LPI) scores (if available) if applying for direct entry into any program other than ESL(UFV's  TOEFL code is 9736)
f) A 100 - 200 word letter explaining why you wish to study

The Globe and Mail's University Report Card rated UFV at the top of its category nationwide for having the most satisfied students, highest quality of education, best library, smallest class sizes, and easiest course registration process.

95% of UFV grads surveyed found employment in their field of training within six months.

CONTACT


University of the Fraser Valley

33844 King Rd, Abbotsford,

BC Canada, V2S 7M8 direct tel: 604-854-4188

toll-free: 1-888-504-7441 local 4188

cell: 1-604-773-3260

email: alicia.tjutjunnik@ufv.ca

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