University of the Fraser Valley
The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) enrolls approximately 15,000 students per year. It has campuses in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission, Hope, and Agassiz, as well as a growing presence in Chandigarh India.
UFV is large enough to offer variety, and yet small class sizes allow you to get to know your instructors and learn in a hands-on environment. UFV offers more than 100 programs, including two master’s degrees, 15 bachelor’s degrees, and majors, minors, and extended minors in more than 30 subject areas. It has more than a dozen trades and technology programs. Admission policies are flexible, and there are options to study full-time, part-time, or online.
Many programs ladder into one another, allowing you to earn a certificate or diploma on the way to completing a degree. Others offer a co-operative education option where you can combine study with professional, paid work experience.
Research opportunities exist at the undergraduate level. Thriving international programming makes for a culturally diverse community and great study aboard options. Continuing education and academic upgrading offerings make learning a lifelong experience. Clubs, and activities enhance student life and our Cascades athletics are award-winning.
Admission Requirements
General Admission Requirements (All Students)
English Language Requirements
Summary
If English is not your first language, you must have one of the following to enter full time academic study (minimum score):
- Two years of study and graduation from an English-language secondary school
- Completion of a degree, diploma, or two years of study with a 2.00 CGPA at an English language post-secondary institution recognized by UFV
- A C+ grade in English 12, English Literature 12, English 12 First Peoples, IB English A (Standard or Higher Level) or AP English
- A TOEFL score of 88 (internet based),
- A TOEFL score of 570 (paper based) or 320 (computer based) with a 4.0 TWE (essay) score
- An IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum band score of 6.0
- A UFV Composition Placement Test score of 48
- A CAEL score of 70
- A Cambridge score of a C
- A CanTEST score of 4.5 with a writing score of 4.0
- A MELAB score of 85
- A LPI score of 30 (Level 5)
- A UFV English as a second language assessment result equivalent to the completion of 80 level ESL writing and grammar
- Completion of any course or test score with grades that meet the prerequisites for ENGL 105, ENGL 120, CMNS 125 or CMNS 155
- A C- grade in a first year English or Communications course at UFV
- A C grade in ENGL 099 or CMNS 099
- A C+ grade in ENGL 081, ENGL 091 or ESL WG84
- An Accuplacer Reading Comprehension score of 80 and an Accuplacer WritePlacer score of 6
Verify with the institution directly
BC Secondary School (or equivalent)
Students must meet the academic requirements of their intended program (detailed within the program admission requirements section for UFV programs within Education Planner).
Many programs require students to have BC secondary school graduation or equivalent to meet entrance requirements. Complete program admission requirements for all UFV programs are detailed in Education Planner.
The following links also offer helpful advice regarding Secondary School grades and transcripts for the admission process:
Out-of-Province
Students must meet the academic requirements of their intended program (detailed within the program admission requirements section for UFV programs within Education Planner).
Many programs require applicants to have the equivalent of BC Secondary school graduation to meet entrance requirements. To determine the equivalency of BC secondary school graduation from other parts of Canada please click here.
BC Transfer Student
If you wish to transfer credit from another BC post-secondary institution to UFV please click
here.
Out-of-Province Transfer Student
Students must meet the academic requirements of their intended program (detailed within the program admission requirements section for UFV programs within Education Planner).
Many programs require applicants to have the equivalent of BC Secondary school graduation to meet entrance requirements. To determine the equivalency of BC secondary school graduation from other parts of Canada please click here.
Mature Student
Post-secondary programs at UFV normally require BC secondary school graduation (or equivalent) for admission. However, some programs accept mature students without secondary school graduation. Each program has specific admission requirements in place to ensure students have a reasonable opportunity to succeed. If mature student entry is available for a program, the requirements and minimum age will be stated. These program admission requirements are outlined for all of UFV's programs in Education Planner.
International Student
International applicants must have completed the equivalent of Canadian Grade 12 (or near-equivalent standing) plus specific program prerequisites for admission to any UFV career, technical or academic program. In addition, minimum English requirements must also be met.
For more details on UFV's general admission requirements and English requirements for International applicants please click here.
Other Student (including Special Consideration)
Special Admission - Any individual who does not qualify for admission through any of the other avenues may petition the UFV Academic Standards Committee for special consideration.
How to Apply
For step-by-step application advice to UFV please click here.
