UNIVERSITY APPLICATION FORM. It s even easier to complete online. Start your application now at StFX.ca/application.

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1 UNIVERSITY APPLICATION FORM It s even easier to complete online. Start your application now at StFX.ca/application.

2 COMPLETION GUIDE In order to help us process your application as efficiently as possible, please ensure that you complete all sections. An application fee of $40 is required for processing to be completed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all supporting documents are received by the StFX Admissions Office. Applications cannot be processed until all official high school, university, or college transcripts are received. For mature students, an employer s letter and statement of activities since leaving high school are required. the Consideration for Major Scholarships section can be submitted separately, however both need to be submitted by March 1 to be considered for a major scholarship. For all students wishing to be considered for major scholarships, the applicant reference sheets may be used in place of a traditional reference letter. Two will be required. Faxed copies will also be accepted and can be sent to For re-entry students (those wishing to return to StFX after an absence), completion of the Applicant Résumé found within the Consideration for Scholarship section is required. Applicant reference section of this application is not required. For international students not from an English-speaking country, an IELTS combined score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of at least 580 (or equivalent from another standardized test of English language proficiency) is required. Students who have an 85% average or above and provide a completed application form and first semester Grade 12 transcripts by March 1 are guaranteed a StFX Entrance Scholarship of at least $3,500.* Students are not required to complete the Consideration for Major Scholarships section to qualify for entrance scholarships. *Average based on course requirements for desired program. Submission of the enclosed Consideration for Major Scholarships section is not mandatory to be considered for admission to StFX University. However, the section is required if you wish to be considered for a major scholarship from StFX. The StFX Application Form and PLEASE FORWARD OR FAX COMPLETED FORMS TO: /scan admit@stfx.ca Fax Mail StFX Admissions Office 5005 Chapel Square St. Francis Xavier University Antigonish, Nova Scotia Canada B2G 2W5 NOTE: For fastest processing, please fill out your application online at stfx.ca/apply. 40 A PPL YIN G TO S T FX

3 Personal Information Applicant Mr. Ms. Mrs. Other Surname: First Name: Middle Name: Preferred First Name: Previous Surname: Student Type New Re-entry Transfer Mature Current Mailing Address Street Address/PO Box/Rural Route #: City: Province/State: Postal Code/ZIP: Country: Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Permanent Mailing Address (if different from above) Street Address/PO Box/Rural Route #: City: Province/State: Postal Code/ZIP: Country: Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Personal Information Male Female Married Single Date of birth: Day Month Year Citizenship: SIN/SSN: Emergency Contact Mr. Ms. Mrs. Other Surname: First Name: Relationship to Applicant: StFX has a variety of student advisors (Aboriginal, Black, International, etc.) as well as religious and chaplaincy services. Although this information is optional, please feel free to provide us with details of your individual situation in terms of religion, ethnic or cultural background if you would like your name passed on to an advisor. Language Skills Languages spoken (please indicate first language) English French Other Languages written (please indicate first language) English French Other Alumni in Family If either of your parents or other family members have attended StFX, please list their names and approximate year of graduation. Post-Secondary Study In addition to high school transcripts, all applicants must submit transcripts from any other post-secondary institutions attended. Failure to do so could result in the application being denied or academic dismissal upon a later disclosure. Have you attended another post-secondary institution? No Yes If yes, please list all institutions attended and indicate year(s) of attendance. You must also arrange to have official transcripts sent to the Admissions Office at StFX. If you have applied to StFX previously, please indicate below. Were you accepted? No Yes Did you attend? No Yes Last High School Attended Name: City: Province/State: Country: Year of Graduation: Are you an IB Candidate? Yes No If yes, please indicate Diploma Certificate A PPL YIN G TO S T FX 41

4 Program of Study Desired Program of Study (check one) An applicant may choose to apply for up to two programs using one application. Should this be your intent, please indicate which program is your first choice and which is your second choice. ARTS Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Bachelor of Arts Social Justice Colloquium Bachelor of Arts Music Instrument: Diploma in Jazz Studies Instrument: SCIENCE Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science, Aquatic Resources Nursing Accelerated Post Degree, Nursing Human Nutrition Co-op Option Diploma in Engineering BUSINESS Bachelor of Business Administration Co-op Option Bachelor of Information Systems OTHER Non-Degree Co-op Option Visiting Student Letter of Permission from another university Term applying for Full-time (September) Summer Intersession (Spring) What were the important factors in your decision to apply to StFX? What person(s) if any were influential in your decision to apply to StFX? 1. Relationship 2. Relationship 3. Relationship StFX provides assistance to various groups of students. If you have a physical or learning disability, the Program Coordinator for Accessible Learning would be pleased to discuss any special needs you may have. Please call I hereby agree to abide by all the rules and regulations which apply to students of StFX University and acknowledge that my right to remain at StFX is subject to them. The information in this application is complete and correct to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that StFX adheres to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy legislation as it applies to universities. St. Francis Xavier University gathers and maintains records of personal information, including but not limited to the information on this form, for the purposes of admission, registration, provision of educational services, ongoing contact with students and alumni, and soliciting support for these and other university activities. The collection, use and disclosure of personal information by the university is governed by the Nova Scotia Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, S.N.S. 1993, c5. The information provided by applicants on this form, and other information provided to the university from time to time, will be maintained in the university s records. The personal information provided may be used by university personnel and disclosed to third parties as required or permitted by applicable legislation or in accordance with the purposes for which it is collected. By signing this Application for Admission, you indicate your consent, pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information as described above. Signature Date 42 A PPL YIN G TO S T FX

5 APPLICANT NAME: Please print first and last name clearly. Residence Application be part of Canada s finest residential campus community Residence Preferences If you are applying for residence, please indicate below your 1 st, 2 nd, & 3 rd preferences for residence living. More information on residences can be found at stfx.ca/residences. RESIDENCES ROOM TYPE GENDER NOTES Choose your 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd preference Cameron Hall Double Single (M/F) Traditional residence centrally located. Consists of TnT, MacPherson, MacDonald houses. MacKinnon Hall Double Single (M/F) Traditional residence centrally located. Consists of Chillis and MacNeil houses. Bishops Hall 90% Single Co-ed Renovated in Consists of Burke, Plessis, Fraser houses. Lane Hall 90% Single Single (M/F) Popular with first year students. Consists of Lane A and B houses. MacIsaac Hall Double Co-ed Largest double rooms on campus. 5th floor reserved for Humanities Colloquium students. Residence A (new) Single/Double Co-ed Mostly single rooms. Opened Sept. 15, Residence B (new) Single/Double Co-ed Mostly single rooms. Opened Sept. 15, Governors Hall Single/Double Co-ed Single and shared suites. Reserved for returning and transfer students. Power & Somers Halls Shared Co-ed Four bedroom units. Reserved for returning and transfer students. A Other Preferences Would you like to live on a floor designated only for first-year students? Do you prefer order and neatness in your space? Do you prefer to go to bed after midnight? Do you smoke? Would you live with a smoker? (all StFX residences are smoke-free) Designate your Roommate (optional) (Request must be mutual and StFX student ID number must be provided) Name: StFX Student Number: Statement of Understanding Room assignments will be made exclusively to students who have been accepted to the University and have paid the $100 academic confirmation along with the $400 residence deposit. First-year students who complete this process by May 15 will be guaranteed a room in residence. Once residences are full, students will be offered a place on a waitlist. Students who withdraw their residence application and contract prior to June 1 will receive a full refund ($400). Cancellation after June 1 will result in forfeiture of the $400 deposit. I understand that, to the extent possible, my residence hall assignment will consider the preferences noted on this application, and I understand further that specific assignments are not guaranteed. I also understand that room and roommate assignments are not assigned or reassigned according to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, age or disability. Medical Condition I have a medical condition that may affect my room assignment. When you check this box the Residence Office will send you a form to bring to your physician to document your condition before accommodation will be considered. Signature Date Complete details on the room assignment process are available at A PPL YIN G TO S T FX 43

6 CONSIDERATION FOR MAJOR SCHOLARSHIPS

7 Interested in applying for a major scholarship from StFX? If so, we d like to learn a bit more about you about your goals, passions, visions, and experiences. Simply complete the next few pages and send to our Admissions Office. It is important to know: All accepted students who have an average of at least 85% are AUTOMATICALLY awarded a scholarship of at least $3,500* (completing the Consideration for Major Scholarships section is NOT required if only interested in StFX s Entrance Scholarships). *Average based on course requirements for desired program. The enclosed Consideration for Major Scholarships section is not mandatory to apply for admission to StFX University. However, the section is mandatory if you wish to be considered for a major scholarship from StFX. We encourage you to send along your StFX Application at first opportunity. Should you decide to submit the Consideration for Major Scholarships section at a later date than your StFX Application Form, please include your contact details so we can follow up with you effectively. Finally, the StFX Application Form and the Consideration for Major Scholarships section can be submitted separately, however, both must be received by March 1 to be considered for a major scholarship. StFX Admissions Office: 5005 Chapel Square St. Francis Xavier University Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada B2G 2W5 IF SUBMITTING SEPARATELY from your StFX Application, please complete the information below: Applicant Mr. Ms. Mrs. Other Surname: First Name: Middle Name: Preferred First Name: Previous Surname: Student Type New Re-entry Transfer Current Mailing Address Street Address/PO Box/Rural Route #: City: Province/State: Postal Code/ZIP: Country: Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Permanent Mailing Address (if different from above) Street Address/PO Box/Rural Route #: City: Province/State: Postal Code/ZIP: Country: Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Personal Information Male Female Married Single Date of birth: Day Month Year Citizenship: SIN/SSN: Have you already submitted your StFX Application Form? Yes No Fax: /Scan: admit@stfx.ca Tel: (StFX) 46 A PPL YIN G TO S T FX

8 APPLICANT NAME: Please print first and last name clearly. Applicant Résumé What interests you the most about the program to which you are applying? _ Once completed, what do you hope to do with the degree you receive? _ Volunteer and/or Employment Experience Dates Description A PPL YIN G TO S T FX 47

9 Extracurricular Activities (sports, committees, organizations, etc.) Dates Activity Awards Received (athletic, humanitarian, academic, etc.) Dates Name or Description of Award Please use the following space to include any additional information which you feel would be of help to us in making a scholarship decision. If you are not currently attending high school or a post-secondary institution, please state what you have done since leaving school. _ 48 A PPL YIN G TO S T FX

10 Applicant Reference The APPLICANT REFERENCE sheets are provided for your convenience. Please provide this sheet to the person whom you have chosen to act as a reference on your behalf. Once complete, the referee should forward this reference directly to the StFX Admissions Office at the following mailing address: Admissions Office, St. Francis Xavier University, PO Box 5000, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada B2G 2W5 For all students wishing to be considered for scholarship opportunities, the applicant reference sheets may be used in place of a traditional reference letter. Two will be required. At least one reference letter must be from a teacher. Faxed copies will also be accepted and can be sent to Name of Applicant: first name middle name last name Kindly rate the applicant on each of the following qualities: Scholastic Ability Integrity Initiative Oral Expression Written Expression Leadership Judgement Problem-Solving Abilities Organizational Abilities Enthusiasm Commitment to Excellence Interpersonal Skills Concern for Others Excellent Very Good Satisfactory Unsatisfactory No Basis for Judgement Comments How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant? A PPL YIN G TO S T FX 49

11 Based on your knowledge of the individual, do you recommend him/her for admission to StFX? No Yes What do you consider to be the applicant s strongest assets? _ What particular attributes and skills does the applicant possess that prepare him/her for university-level study? Please note any contributions you may be aware of that the applicant has made to his/her community or school: Please elaborate on previous comments or provide additional ones (use a separate sheet if required): Name (please print first and last name clearly) Signature Phone Number Date 50 A PPL YIN G TO S T FX

12 Applicant Reference The APPLICANT REFERENCE sheets are provided for your convenience. Please provide this sheet to the person whom you have chosen to act as a reference on your behalf. Once complete, the referee should forward this reference directly to the StFX Admissions Office at the following mailing address: Admissions Office, St. Francis Xavier University, PO Box 5000, Antigonish, Nova Scotia, Canada B2G 2W5 For all students wishing to be considered for scholarship opportunities, the applicant reference sheets may be used in place of a traditional reference letter. Two will be required. At least one reference letter must be from a teacher. Faxed copies will also be accepted and can be sent to Name of Applicant: first name middle name last name Kindly rate the applicant on each of the following qualities: Scholastic Ability Integrity Initiative Oral Expression Written Expression Leadership Judgement Problem-Solving Abilities Organizational Abilities Enthusiasm Commitment to Excellence Interpersonal Skills Concern for Others Excellent Very Good Satisfactory Unsatisfactory No Basis for Judgement Comments How long and in what capacity have you known the applicant? A PPL YIN G TO S T FX 51

13 Based on your knowledge of the individual, do you recommend him/her for admission to StFX? No Yes What do you consider to be the applicant s strongest assets? _ What particular attributes and skills does the applicant possess that prepare him/her for university-level study? Please note any contributions you may be aware of that the applicant has made to his/her community or school: Please elaborate on previous comments or provide additional ones (use a separate sheet if required): Name (please print first and last name clearly) Signature Phone Number Date 52 A PPL YIN G TO S T FX

14 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Newfoundland & Labrador Nova Scotia Prince Edward Island New Brunswick Quebec Ontario Manitoba Saskatchewan Alberta, Northwest Territories & Nunavut British Columbia & Yukon Territory United States Other: IB/AP/ Transfers /All other British-based systems

15 NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems * Math 3204/3205/3207/4225 Admission Requirements English 3201 and four other Group A courses English 3201 and four other Group A courses English 3201, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 3201, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 3201, one of (Math*, Chemistry 3202, Biology 3201, Physics 3204), two Group A courses and one Group A or C course English 3201, Pre-Calculus 3207 or Calculus 4225, two of (Biology 3201, Chemistry 3202, Physics 3204) and one Group A course English 3201, two of (Math*, Chemistry 3202, Biology 3201, Physics 3204), one Group A course and one Group A or C course English 3201, any Math*, Chemistry 3202, one of (Biology 3201, Physics 3204) and one Group A course English 3201, any Math*, two of (Chemistry 3202, Biology 3201, Physics 3204) and one Group A course English 3201, Pre-Calculus 3207 or Calculus 4225, Chemistry 3202, Physics 3204 and one Group A course English 3201, any Math* and three Group A courses English 3201, any Math* and three Group A courses Group A Advanced Functions MHF4U Analyzing Current Economic Issues CIA4U Biology SBI4U Calculus and Vectors MCV4U Canadian and International Law CLN4U Canadian and World Issues CGW4U Canadian and World Politics CPW4U Canadian History: Identity and Culture CHI4U Chemistry SCH4U Classical Civilization LVV4U Computer Science ISC4U Core French FSF4U Earth and Space Science SES4U Exercise Science PSE4U Extended French FEF4U French Immersion FIF4U Interdisciplinary Studies IDC4U Mathematics and Data Management MDM4U Philosophie HZT4UI Philosophy Questions and Theories HZT4U Physics SPH4U Science SES4U World History: The West and the World CHY4U Group B Accounting BAT4M Business Leadership BOH4M Challenge and Change in Society HSB4M Dramatic Arts ADA4M Food and Nutrition HFA4M Individuals and Families in Diverse Society HHS4M International Business Fundamentals BBB4M Issues in Human Growth and Development HHG4M Religion HRE4M The Environment and Resource Management CGR4M Group C Music AMU4M Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. 54 ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S NEW FOU NDLAND & LABR ADOR

16 NOVA SCOTIA ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems Admission Requirements English 12 and four other Group A courses English 12 and four other Group A courses English 12, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 12, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 12, one of (any Math 12*, Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12), two Group A courses and one Group A or C course English 12, Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12, two of (Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12) and one Group A course English 12, two of (any Math 12*, Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12), one Group A courses and one Group A or C course English 12, any Math 12*, Chemistry 12, one of (Biology 12, Physics 12) and one Group A course English 12, any Math 12*, two of (Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12) and one Group A course English 12, Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12, and one other Group A course English 12, any Math 12*, and three other Group A courses English 12, any Math 12* and three other Group A courses *Any Math 12 Excluding Foundations Math 12 Group A Accounting 12 Anthropology 12 Art 12 Astronomy 12 Biology 12/Adv/AP Business Management 12 Calculus 12/AP Chemistry 12/Adv/AP Comparative World Religions 12 Computer Science 12/AP All Economics 12 English 12/African Heritage/AP Entrepreneurship 12 Environmental Studies 12 Ethics 12 Exercise Science 12 Film and Video Production 12 Food Science 12 All Geography 12 All Geology 12 Global Studies 12 All History 12 Interdisciplinary Studies 12 Investment and Finance 12 All Journalism 12 All Languages 12 Law 12 Leadership 12 Leadership Development 12 All Literature 12 Math 12/Adv Media Studies 12 Philosophy 12 Physical Education Leadership 12 Physics 12/Adv/AP Political Science 12 Pre-Calculus 12 Psychology 12 Sociology 12 Statistics 12/AP Visual Arts 12 Group B Advanced Music 12 Music 12 Music Instrumental Band 12 Music Instrumental Strings 12 AP Music Theory 12 Music Vocals 12 Musical Theatre 12 Traditional Music/ Cape Breton 12 Group C Physical Education 12 Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S NOV A S C O TIA 55

17 PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND ARTS SCIENCE Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Admission Requirements English 621 and four Group A courses English 621 and four Group A courses English 621, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 621, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 621, one of (Math 621 or Math 611, Chemistry 621, Biology 621, Physics 621), three other Group A courses English 621, Math 611, two of (Chemistry 621, Physics 621, Biology 621), one Group A course English 621, two of (Math 621 or Math 611, Chemistry 621, Biology 621, Physics 621), two Group A courses English 621, Math 621 or Math 611, Chemistry 621, one of (Biology 621, Physics 621), one Group A course English 621, Math 621 or Math 611, two of (Chemistry 621, Biology 621, Physics 621), one other Group A course English 621, Math 611, Chemistry 621, Physics 621, one Group A course BUSINESS Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems English 621, Math 621 or Math 611, three Group A courses English 621, Math 621 or Math 611, three Group A courses Group A ACC621A Accounting Principles AGR621A Animal Science ART601A Visual Arts ART621A Visual Arts BIO621A Biology BIOL611X Advanced Biology BOT621X Botany CHM611A Chem-Study CHM621A Chemistry CMP621A Computer Studies ECO621A Introductory Economics ENG611X English Enriched ENG621A English ENG621X Interpersonal Communication FRE621A French GAE621X Scottish Gaelic ll GEO621A Global Issues HIS621A Canadian History HIS621X Contemporary World History HIST621B PEI History MATH621A Mathematics MATH611B Mathematics MATH621B Mathematics OCN621A Oceanography PED621A Physical Education Leadership PHY621A Physics POL621A Advanced Political Studies PSY621X Introductory Psychology Group B MUS621A Music MUS621B Music MUS621X Jazz Studies Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. 56 ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S PRIN C E EDW A R D ISLAND

18 NEW BRUNSWICK ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems Admission Requirements English Language Arts 122 and four Group A courses English Language Arts 122 and four Group A courses English Language Arts 122, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English Language Arts 122, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English Language Arts 122, one of (any Group A Math, Chemistry 122, Biology 122, Physics 122), two Group A courses and one Group A or C course English Language Arts 122, one of (Advanced Math with Calculus 120 or Pre-Calculus 12 A/B), two of (Chemistry 122, Physics 122, Biology 122), one Group A course English Language Arts 122, two of (any Group A Math, Chemistry 122, Biology 122, Physics 122), one Group A course and one Group A or C course English Language Arts 122, one Group A Math, Chemistry 122, one of (Biology 122, Physics 122), one Group A course English Language Arts 122, one of (Advanced Math with Calculus 120 or Pre-Calculus 12 A/B, two of (Chemistry 122, Biology 122, Physics 122), one Group A course English Language Arts 122, one of (Advanced Math with Calculus 120 or Pre-Calculus 12 A/B), Chemistry 122, Physics 122, one Group A course English Language Arts 122, one of Group A Math and three Group A courses English Language Arts 122, one of Group A Math and three Group A courses Group A Accounting 120 Advanced Math and Calculus 120/121 Biology 121/ AP Biology 122 Business Organization and Management 120 Canadian Geography 120 Canadian History 122 Canadian Literature 120 Chemistry 121 or 122 Computer Science 120 Advanced Placement Computer Science 121 Economics 120 English 121/AP or 122 Environmental Science 122 FI Language Arts 121 or 120 FI Law 120 FI Techniques de Communications 120 FI World Geography 120 Foundations of Math 12 French 121 or 122 Introduction to Accounting 120 Journalism 120 Law 120 Marketing 120 Native Studies 120 Nutrition for Healthy Living 120 Physics 121/ AP or 122 Pre-Calculus 12 A/B Political Science 120 Advanced Placement Political Science 121 Science 122 Sociology 120 Spanish 120 Theatre Arts 120 Trigonometry and 3-Space 122/121 World History 121/AP World Issues 120 Group B Music 120 Music 122 Group C Health and Physical Education 120 Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S NEW B RUNSWICK 57

19 QUEBEC ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems Admission Requirements English 12 and four other university preparatory courses English 12 and four other university preparatory courses English 12 and four other university preparatory courses English 12 and four other university preparatory courses English 12, one of (any academic Math 12, Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12) and three other university preparatory courses English 12, Advanced Functions 12 or Calculus 12, two of (Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12) and one other university preparatory course English 12, two of (any academic Math 12, Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12) and two other university preparatory courses English 12, any academic Math 12, Chemistry 12, one of (Biology 12, Physics 12) and one other university preparatory course English 12, any Math 12, two of (Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12) one other university preparatory course English 12, Advanced Functions 12 or Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12 and one other university preparatory course English 12, any academic Math 12 and three other university preparatory courses English 12, any academic Math 12 and three other university preparatory courses * Students who have completed one year of CEGEP will be eligible for admission. ** Students who have completed their DEC will be eligible for admission and up to 30 transfer credits. Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. 58 ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S QUEBEC

20 ONTARIO ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems Admission Requirements English 4U, three Group A courses, one Group A or B course English 4U, three Group A courses, one Group A or B course English 4U, three Group A courses and one Group A or B or C course English 4U, three Group A courses and one Group A or B or C course English 4U, one of (Any Math 4U, Chemistry 4U, Biology 4U, Physics 4U), two Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 4U, MHF4U or MCV4U, two of (Chemistry 4U, Physics 4U, Biology 4U), one Group A or B course English 4U, two of (Any Math 4U, Chemistry 4U, Biology 4U, Physics 4U), one Group A course and one Group A or B course English 4U, any Math 4U, Chemistry 4U, one of (Biology 4U, Physics 4U), one Group A or B course English 4U, any Math 4U, two of (Chemistry 4U, Biology 4U, Physics 4U), one Group A or B course English 4U, MHF4U or MCV4U, Chemistry 4U, Physics 4U, one Group A or B course English 4U, any Math 4U, two Group A courses, one Group A or B course English 4U, any Math 4U, two Group A courses, one Group A or B course Group A Advanced Functions MHF4U Analyzing Current Economic Issues CIA4U Biology SBI4U Calculus and Vectors MCV4U Canadian and International Law CLN4U Canadian and World Issues CGW4U Canadian and World Politics CPW4U Canadian History: Identity and Culture CHI4U Chemistry SCH4U Classical Civilization LVV4U Computer Science ISC4U Core French FSF4U Earth and Space Science SES4U Exercise Science PSE4U Extended French FEF4U French Immersion FIF4U Interdisciplinary Studies IDC4U Mathematics and Data Management MDM4U Philosophy Questions and Theories HZT4U Physics SPH4U Science SES4U World History: The West and the World CHY4U Group B Accounting BAT4M Business Leadership BOH4M Challenge and Change in Society HSB4M Dramatic Arts ADA4M Food and Nutrition HFA4M Individuals and Families in Diverse Society HHS4M International Business Fundamentals BBB4M Issues in Human Growth and Development HHG4M Religion HRE4M The Environment and Resource Management CGR4M Group C Music AMU4M Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S ONT A RIO 59

21 MANITOBA ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems Admission Requirements English Language Arts 40S and four Group A Courses English Language Arts 40S and four Group A Courses English Language Arts 40S, three Group A courses, one Group A or B course English Language Arts 40S, three Group A courses, one Group A or B course English Language Arts 40S, one of (Applied Math 40S, Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S, Biology 40S), two Group A courses, one Group A or C course English Language Arts 40S, one of (Pre-Calculus Math 40S or Calculus 45S), two of (Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S, Biology 40S), one Group A course English Language Arts 40S, two of (Applied Math 40S, Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S, Biology 40S), one Group A course, one Group A or C course English Language Arts 40S, one of (Applied Math 40S or Pre-Calculus Math 40S), Chemistry 40S, one of (Biology 40S, Physics 40S), one Group A course English Language Arts 40S, one of (Applied Math 40S or Pre-Calculus Math 40S), two of (Biology 40S, Physics 40S, Chemistry 40S), one Group A course English Language Arts 40S, one of (Pre-Calculus Math 40S or Calculus 45S), Chemistry 40S, Physics 40S, one Group A course English Language Arts 40S, Applied Math 40S or Pre-Calculus Math 40S, three Group A courses English Language Arts 40S, Applied Math 40S or Pre-Calculus Math 40S, three Group A courses Group A Applied Math 40S Art 40S Biology 40S Calculus 45S Chemistry 40S Chinese (Mandarin) 40S Computer Science 40S Economics 40S English Language Arts (Lit/Trans/ Comp Focus) 40S Family Studies 40S Filipino 40S Food and Nutrition 40S French 40S Geography: World Human 40S German 40S Global Issues 40S Hebrew 40S History: Western Civilization 40S Icelandic 40S Interdisciplinary Science 40S Italian 40S Japanese 40S Latin 40S Law 40S Physics 40S Polish 40S Portuguese 40S Pre-Calculus Math 40S Psychology 40S Social Studies: World Issues 40S Spanish 40S Ukrainian 40S Group B Jazz Band 40S Music 40S Vocal Jazz 40S Group C Physical/Health Education 40F, 41G Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. 60 ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S MANITOBA

22 SASKATCHEWAN ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems Admission Requirements English Language Arts A30 and B30, four Group A Courses English Language Arts A30 and B30, four Group A Courses English Language Arts A30 and B30, three Group A courses, one Group A or B course English Language Arts A30 and B30, three Group A courses, one Group A or B course English Language Arts A30 and B30, one of (Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Biology 30), two Group A courses, one Group A or C course English Language Arts A30 and B30, one of (Pre-Calculus 30 or Calculus 30), two of (Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Biology 30), one Group A course English Language Arts A30 and B30, two of (Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30, Chemistry 30, Biology 30, Physics 30), one Group A course, one Group A or C course English Language Arts A30 and B30, one of (Foundations of Math 30 or Pre- Calculus 30), Chemistry 30, one of (Biology 30, Physics 30), one Group A course English Language Arts A30 and B30, one of (Foundations of Math 30 or Pre- Calculus 30), two of (Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Biology 30), one Group A course English Language Arts A30 and B30, one of (Pre-Calculus 30 or Calculus 30), Chemistry 30, Physics 30, one Group A course English Language Arts A30 and B30, one of (Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30), three Group A courses English Language Arts A30 and B30, one of (Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30), three Group A courses Group A Accounting 30 Arts Education 30 Biology 30 Calculus 30 Chemistry 30 Christian Ethics 30 Communications 30 Computer Science 30 Economics 30 English Language Arts 30 (A & B) Entrepreneurship 30 Food Studies 30 Foundations of Mathematics 30 French 30 Geography 30 Geology 30 German 30 History 30 Canadian Studies Latin 30 Law 30 Mandarin 30 Native Studies 30 Canadian Studies Physics 30 Pre-Calculus 30 Psychology 30 Social Studies 30 Canadian Studies Spanish 30 Tourism, Hospitality, and Entrepreneurship 30 Ukrainian 30 Visual Art 30 Group B Band 30 Choral 30 Instrumental Jazz 30 Group C Instructional Physical Education 30 Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S SASK A TCHEW AN 61

23 ALBERTA, NORTHWEST TERRITORIES & NUNAVUT ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems Admission Requirements English 30-1 and four Group A courses English 30-1 and four Group A courses English 30-1, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 30-1, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 30-1, one of (Any Group A Math, Chemistry 30, Biology 30, Physics 30), two Group A courses and one Group A or C course English 30-1, Math 30-1, two of (Chemistry 30, Physics 30, Biology 30), one Group A course English 30-1, two of (any Group A Math, Chemistry 30, Biology 30, Physics 30), one Group A course and one Group A or C course English 30-1, any Group A Math, Chemistry 30, one of (Biology 30, Physics 30), one Group A course English 30-1, any Group A Math, two of (Chemistry 30, Biology 30, Physics 30), one Group A course English 30-1, Math 30-1 or Math 31, Chemistry 30, Physics 30, one Group A course English 30-1, any Group A Math, three other Group A courses English 30-1, any Group A Math, three other Group A courses Group A Aboriginal Studies 30 Art 30/Art 31 Biology 30 Chemistry 30 Cultural and Physical Anthropology 30 English 30-1 Experimental Psychology 30 Film Studies 35 French 30/French 31 French Language Arts 30 International Politics 30 All Languages 30 Macroeconomics 30 Math 30-1 Math 30-2 Philosophies of Man 30 Physics 30 Religion 35 Science 30 Social Studies 30 Applied Sociology 30 Western World History 30 World Religions 30 World Geography 30 Group B Music 30 (Choral, Instrumental, General) Group C Physical Education 30 Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. 62 ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S ALBERTA, NORTH WEST TE RRITO RIES & N U NAVUT

24 BRITISH COLUMBIA & YUKON TERRITORY ARTS SCIENCE BUSINESS Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems Admission Requirements English 12 and four Group A courses English 12 and four Group A courses English 12, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 12, three Group A courses and one Group A or B course English 12, one of (any Math 12*, Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12), two Group A courses and one Group A or C course English 12, Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12, two of (Chemistry 12, Physics 12, Biology 12), one Group A course English 12, two of (any Math 12*, Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12), one Group A course and one Group A or C course English 12, any Math 12*, Chemistry 12, one of (Biology 12, Physics 12), one Group A course English 12, any Math 12*, two of (Chemistry 12, Biology 12, Physics 12), one Group A course English 12, Pre-Calculus 12 or Calculus 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12, one Group A course English 12, any Math 12*, three Group A courses English 12, any Math 12*, three Group A courses *Excluding Apprenticeship and Workplace Math 12 Group A Accounting 12 Art 12 BC First Nations Studies 12 Biology 12 Business Information Management 12 Calculus 12 Chemistry 12 Communications 12 Comparative Civilizations 12 Data Management 12 Economics 12 English Literature 12 Entrepreneurship 12 Foods and Nutrition 12 Foundations of Math 12 French 12/Français langue seconde 12 Geography 12 Geology 12 German 12 History 12 Japanese 12 Law 12 Mandarin 12 Marketing 12 Physics 12 Pre-Calculus 12 Punjabi 12 Religion 12 Spanish 12 Group B Music or Band 12 Group C Physical Education 12 Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S B RITISH COLUMB I A & YUKON TE RRITO RY 63

25 UNITED STATES ARTS SCIENCE Degree Bachelor of Arts Humanities Colloquium Music Diploma in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Science Nursing Admission Requirements 4 English as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English, 3 Sciences and/or 3 Math as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English, 4 Sciences and 4 Math as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English, 4 Sciences and/or 4 Math as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English, 4 Sciences and 4 Math as part of 16 academic subjects Human Nutrition Diploma in Engineering 4 English, 4 Sciences and 4 Math as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English, 4 Sciences and 4 Math as part of 16 academic subjects BUSINESS Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Information Systems 4 English and 3 Math as part of 16 academic subjects 4 English and 3 Math as part of 16 academic subjects Above requirements are representative of courses accumulated over the duration of your 4 years of study in high school from freshman to senior level. SAT and ACT scores are NOT required for admission into any of the above academic programs. Please note that some courses that meet the StFX admissions criteria may not be displayed in the section above. For inquiries regarding specific courses and their eligibility for admission, please contact the Admissions Office at (StFX) or admit@stfx.ca. 64 ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S UN ITED S T A T ES

26 OTHER: IB/AP/Transfers/All other British-based systems International Baccalaureate (IB) The IB program is accepted for admission on the same basis as Grade 12 academic criteria. For students who complete the IB Diploma, admission to the university requires a minimum of 24 points including bonus points. Due to limited enrolment, a higher score will be required for admission to some programs. Advanced standing or course credit is assessed individually by the respective academic department and may be granted for individual higher level subjects for which a grade of 5 or higher has been achieved. Advanced Placement (AP) The AP program is accepted for admission on the same basis as Grade 12 academic criteria. Students who have completed courses in the AP program may be granted advanced standing for individual AP courses for which a grade of 3 or higher has been achieved. No course credit will be awarded. Applicants from the British system of Education All applicants must have completed English and four other academic courses with a minimum grade of B at the ordinary level. In addition, two General Certificate of Education (GCE) advanced-level examinations or the equivalent, with grades of A, B, or C, are normally required for admission to any program. A student who has successfully completed one year of study in an academic program beyond the GCE at the ordinary level may be considered for admission. Transferring to StFX The university may admit and grant transfer credits to a student who has attended another college or university. Official documents of all previous academic work must be submitted whether or not transfer credits are sought. All transfer applicants are dealt with on an individual basis when reviewing admission and transfer credit eligibility. ADMISSI ON RE QUIRE M ENT S O T HER 65

27 VISIT STFX Let us create a personalized tour. When you see and feel it, you ll know what so many before you have come to realize: the energy, spirit, beauty, and sophistication of StFX is compellingly rich. No other university can offer what you ll feel in this place. That is why students have ranked us #1 in the country in overall university experience. Join us for a personalized tour of StFX. And bring your family and friends! You can participate in a tour any day of the week, customized around your interests and needs. Meet new students, visit classrooms, labs, residences, dining halls, and recreational and cultural facilities. Spend a few hours or a full day the choice is yours. Book online at stfx.ca/visit, call us anytime toll-free (StFX), or us at visit@stfx.ca. Let us welcome you to StFX! 66 W E RE HER E TO HELP

28 CONNECT WITH US And Others like You. Are you interested in learning more about your opportunities at StFX? How about connecting with current students to talk about their StFX experience? Reach out and connect with us. We re here to answer any question you might have and to help you find the university experience you want. 68 W E RE HER E TO HELP

29 THERE ARE SEVERAL SIMPLE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH US Phone Call toll-free (StFX) One of our admissions team members will respond to you at first opportunity. Tweet If you prefer 140 characters or less, tweet us! We d love to hear from you. Facebook.com/stfx2018 Connect using the StFX Class of 2018 Facebook page. We will be posting important information, updates, and answering your questions as they come in. Online Chat: stfx.ca From time to time we will be available through the week to have a real-time conversation so you get the information you need fast! Visit Stfx.ca and look for the Talk to an Advisor Chat Now icon located at the bottom of your screen. W E RE HER E TO HELP 69

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