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Bachelor of Science in Biology St. Francis Xavier University St. Francis Xavier University, Canada

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CAD 24461

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100

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48 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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90

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

When you study Biology at StFX, you’ll work in the classroom, the field and the lab. You’ll delve into the science of living organisms to explore the world, and the influence humans have on the global environment. The StFX campus is five minutes away from rivers, estuaries and other marine aquatic habitats, and we’re equally close to Nova Scotia’s boreal forest. This emphasis on field and lab work means you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience while developing your critical thinking skills.

Why Study Biology at StFX?
Here, you’ll get a deep grounding in theory and then have the ability to grow your knowledge in the field. You’ll learn alongside dynamic professors who will encourage you to explore exciting, new perspectives in analyzing the fundamentals of biology.

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 21 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 90 - With no score less than - 20
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 50
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 115.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma or equivalent including the following required course(s):
    • English 12, Pre Calculus 12 or Calculus 12, two of (Biology 12, Chemistry 12, Physics 12) and one other university preparatory course

6.5 IELTS Score
90 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

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Average Tuition Fee Per Year

24461

Tuition Fee
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CAD 100

Application Fee
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11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships

Entrance Scholarships

$5,000 Entrance (85-89.9% scholarship average) $5,000 ($1,250 renewable for 4 years)
$7,000 Entrance (90-95.9% scholarship average) $7,000 ($1,750 renewable for 4 years)
$12,000 Merit (+96% scholarship average) $12,000 ($3,000 renewable for 4 years)
Transfer Scholarship (+80% average and 24 credits) $2,000 (non-renewable: Apply by May 30)


Eligibility:

Scholarship eligibility is based on final marks for the five Grade 12 courses used to meet admission requirements for your program. Please note that final Grade 11 equivalent subject marks may be used in the interim to calculate the average. Open to all students.

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