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The typical averge tuition fees for studying at St. Francis Xavier University are around INR 33,813,21 for both UG and PG degrees and if you are looking at doing a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science for instance it might cost you about INR 14,73,428 in total which includes components like insurance, living costs, and the actual course fees. If you need help paying for your studies, there are scholarships you can apply for to help with your fees and other costs.

To give you an idea of the cost of different courses at St. Francis Xavier University are as follows (amount indicated are the 1st year tuition fee for that particular course) - 

1) BBA - INR 12 L

2) B.E./B.Tech - INR 9 L

3) MS - INR 11 L

4) BSN - INR 9 L

5) UG Diploma - INR 9 L

St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is renowned for its excellence in various aspects. The institution is celebrated for its high-quality teaching, and has small class sizes and hands-on learning opportunities as the advantages of studying here. StFX stands out as one of Canada's top 10 universities in terms of research funding and research intensity. The university harbours a close-knit community, offering vibrant student life and avenues for both faculty and students to contribute locally and globally. The campus boasts of modern facilities, laboratories, and learning spaces, providing students with high-quality educational experiences. StFX is guided by values centered around community development, social justice, and global awareness.

Indian students choose to study at St. Francis Xavier University for a number of reasons like. StFX has a strong academic reputation as it consistently ranks well among Canadian universities, especially for its undergraduate programs. Tuition fees are affordable compared to other Canadian and international universities, and there are many scholarship options available for international students.

Scoring 85 on TOEFL is less of minimum score required to get into St. Francis Xavier University in UG and PG programs. Minimum score of 90 in TOEFL with at least 20 in each subsection is mandatory in this university.

For scholarship at St. Francis Xavier University, new students studying full time are required to have grades of min. 85% and show that they are good at leadership skills and have made efforts to help their community. National Entrance Scholarship Program is partially funded scholarship for students from other countries who have grades of 85% or better. A few other eligibility criteria are listed below -

1) Entrance Scholarship ($5000) - All first year undergraduate students who are eligible for this scholarhip have scored an average of 85-89.9%

2) Entrance Scholarship ($7000) - First year, full-time undergraduate students are eligible who have an average score of 90-95.9%. Open to all students.

3) Merit ($12000) - All students in the first year of an undergraduate course are eligible with a score of 96% and above.

The total amount of the entrance scholarship given to students is decided on the basis of their final grades in the five subjects of Class 12th courses needed for admission to their program. 

The location of St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) in Canada works in students' favour who are looking for part-time job opportunities. These include job roles in banking, finance, healthcare, hospitality, transportation, IT, etc. StFX is in Nova Scotia, a place which is known for its beautiful landscape and marine resources. This means that students might also look for part time work in fishing, aquaculture or tourism. Also, because StFX has strong business and economics programs, students might also find part time jobs in those areas. For on-campus opportunities, students can explore administrative roles (like IT helpdesk, library management), roles as a Research Assistant, retail services, catering & food, supporting the staff in events etc.

The most popular course at the St. Francis Xavier University amongst undergraduate programs is Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Other popular domains in which St. Francis Xavier offers courses are Business related programs like International Business, Business Economics, and Business Administration. STEM courses like those in Wildlife Conservation, Mathematics, and Engineering (Diploma) are also selected by Indian students to study in. Below are some of the famous programs at this university -

Even though, St. Francis Xavier University does not hold a rank in the top 1000 universities globally, it is highly regarded in Canada. It holds top positions in different rankings focused on regions and subjects. For example, in Canadian University rankings, St. Francis Xavier University ranked 7th among undergraduate universities. Also, it's 41st in Canada out of 112 universities. These rankings show that the university holds quite a reputation in Canada, even though it is not as well-known globally. Also, StFX has consistently appeared in the top 10 universities in Canada due to its strong community engagement, international reputation, and global perspective, as per ranking organizations. However, these rankings might not enjoy the same level of recognition as the ones mentioned earlier.