UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF THE FRASER VALLEY (UCFV), BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA

The University College of the Fraser Valley (UCFV), an accredited public Canadian university one hour from Vancouver, B.C., Canada, serves 10,000 Canadian students and 500 International students from 39 different countries. UCFV offers one Master’s degree, 12 undergraduate degrees, over 80 one-year certificates and two-year diplomas, University Foundation program, comprehensive ESL certificate programs, and several Co-operative Education program options

Our main campuses are located in the cities of Abbotsford and Chilliwack and feature modern facilities and beautiful grounds. UCFV offers highly qualified instructors dedicated to teaching. UCFV, also, offers small class sizes and an extensive support system for International students.

More than 16,000 people have graduated from UCFV with a certificate, diploma, or degree since 1975. Popular degree and diploma programs include: Computer Information Systems, Business Administration and Aviation, Library Technology, Criminal Justice, Fashion Design, Kinesiology and Physical Education, and various Arts and Sciences Programs. The Co-op program offers students the option of alternating full-time academic study with full-time paid work placements in their disciplines.

In addition to a world-class education, UCFV provides extensive support services including: academic advising, medical insurance, in-depth orientation program, and accommodation placement in our safe, friendly, family-oriented communities. A wide variety of extra-curricular activities, sports, and student clubs create a vibrant student life at UCFV.

Come and experience life at UCFV in the safe, friendly and caring Canadian communities of the Fraser Valley.

Unique feature

UCFV offers “laddering” of certificate and diploma programs into degree programs. With over eighty programs to offer, UCFV is truly a university with multiple opportunities and options. UCFV is in fact a more accessible post-secondary institution than the average university in Canada. We are one of two institutions in Canada that offer the Business Administration in Aviation.

Essential Facts

UCFV is also an affordable option. Living and studying in the warmest region of Canada costs an international student approximately $20,000 CDN ($17,000 US) per academic year (8 months) depending on individual spending habits.

Tuition: University & ESL Programs	*Canadian Dollars	*US Dollars
4-month semester	$5,125	$4,300
Other Costs: All Programs
Application fee	$150	$125
Homestay Placement fee	$200	$170
Airport Reception fee	$150	$125
Homestay fee (accommodation & food)	$650 per month	$550 per month
Homestay Security deposit	$650	$550
Medical Insurance Premiums	$77.00 per month	$65.00 per month

*All prices are listed in Canadian and US funds and are subject to revision without notice.

Address	UCFV, International Education, 33844 King Road, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 7M8 Canada
Admission tel. No.	(+1) 604 854-4544
Admission fax No.	(+1) 604 855-7153
E-mail address	international@ucfv.ca
Academic / Undergraduate Programs	Arts Adult Education Business Administration Business Administration in Aviation Child and Youth Care Computer Information Systems Criminal Justice General Studies Kinesiology Science Social Work Degrees and diplomas are available in the above listed disciplines. We, also, offer University Foundation program, ESL (English as a Second Language) Programs and Study Tours.
Graduate Programs	Criminal Justice
University year start date	UCFV offers three semesters: Fall (Sept. - Dec.); Winter (Jan. - April); Summer (May – August).
Student accommodation	Homestay and Peerstay are an option for international students. Dormitories will be available on campus in 2007.
Admission requirements	General admission requirements Applicants must have completed the equivalent of Canadian Grade 12 (Form Six or five O-levels plus at least two A-levels) or near-equivalent standing and specific program prerequisites for admission into any career, technical, or academic program. Please consult a copy of the UCFV academic calendar for detailed admissions requirements for each program. Applicants for the English Second Language Program must have high school or Form Five completion and be at least eighteen years of age. English requirements For direct admission into academic programs students must have TOEFL score of 570 (230 CBT or 88iBT) or IELTS 6.5 or other articulated standardized test of English language proficiency. Applicants with a TOEFL score between 500-569 (173-229 CBT or 61-87 iBT) or an IELTS score of between than 5.0-6.0 are eligible for entrance into the University Foundation program. Applicants with a TOEFL score lower than 500 (173 CBT or 61iBT), or an IELTS score lower than 5.0 must first apply to the ESL program.