About the university
St. Thomas University (STU) is a small liberal arts university in Fredericton, New Brunswick, founded in 1910. It is mainly an undergraduate university with an average class size of 23, and it offers more than 100 kinds of scholarships. International students make up 11% of its students.
STU teaches arts and social sciences, not engineering or computing. Indian students may look at it for its Bachelor of Arts majors such as Communications and Public Policy (with two professional internships), a Bachelor of Arts Aviation Stream that leads to a Commercial Pilot Licence with MFC Training, and its one-year (10-month) post-degree Bachelor of Education. International BA tuition is CAD 21,135 for 2026-27, and Indian applicants with a 70% CBSE or ISC average can apply.
- Founded
- 1910
- Type
- Primarily undergraduate liberal arts university in New Brunswick
- Average class size
- 23 students
- International students
- 11% of the student body, from more than 30 countries
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 June) and January (apply by 1 October)
- International tuition (2026-27)
- CAD 21,135 a year for the Bachelor of Arts
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts – Communications and Public Policy
- Fee / year
- C$21,135
- Duration
- 120 credit hours (four years), with two professional internships
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 June); January (apply by 1 October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89 (4.5 new scale); PTE 62+; Duolingo 115; CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream)
- Fee / year
- C$51,829
- Duration
- 4 years; first year at STU, flight training with MFC Training from year two
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89 (4.5 new scale); PTE 62+; Duolingo 115; CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts – Digital Media and Creative Arts
- Fee / year
- C$21,135
- Duration
- 120 credit hours (four years)
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 June); January (apply by 1 October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89 (4.5 new scale); PTE 62+; Duolingo 115; CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- C$21,403
- Duration
- 4 years in total; apply after two years (60 credit hours) of a BA; at least 700 hours of field practice
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89 (4.5 new scale); PTE 62+; Duolingo 115; CAEL 60
- Postgraduate
Bachelor of Education (post-degree)
- Fee / year
- C$26,782
- Duration
- 10 months (60 credit hours); field placements in New Brunswick
- Intakes
- See the programme page
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89 (4.5 new scale); PTE 62+; Duolingo 115; CAEL 60
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts – Anthropology
- Fee / year
- C$21,135
- Duration
- 120 credit hours (four years); major, minor or honours
- Intakes
- September (apply by 1 June); January (apply by 1 October)
- English
- IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 89 (4.5 new scale); PTE 62+; Duolingo 115; CAEL 60
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts – Communications and Public Policy | 120 credit hours (four years), with two professional internships | C$21,135 | ≈ ₹14.2 lakh |
| Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) | 4 years; first year at STU, flight training with MFC Training from year two | C$51,829 | ≈ ₹34.7 lakh |
| Bachelor of Arts – Digital Media and Creative Arts | 120 credit hours (four years) | C$21,135 | ≈ ₹14.2 lakh |
| Bachelor of Social Work | 4 years in total; apply after two years (60 credit hours) of a BA; at least 700 hours of field practice | C$21,403 | ≈ ₹14.3 lakh |
| Bachelor of Education (post-degree) | 10 months (60 credit hours); field placements in New Brunswick | C$26,782 | ≈ ₹17.9 lakh |
| Bachelor of Arts – Anthropology | 120 credit hours (four years); major, minor or honours | C$21,135 | ≈ ₹14.2 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at St. Thomas University with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- First-year Bachelor of Arts
Application-based entrance awards
Value: CAD 500 to CAD 100,000 over four years
Eligibility: STU says international applicants with the equivalent of an 80% average or higher are eligible. One application covers most awards.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - First-year undergraduate
St. Thomas University Scholarship (renewable)
Value: Up to CAD 20,000, renewable for up to four years
Eligibility: Automatic consideration with an admission average of 80% or more; international eligibility not stated on the page.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- India: an average of 70% on five academic subjects in the CBSE or CISCE (ISC) Senior School Certificate. State board results are considered individually.
- Apply through The Common Application by 1 June for September or 1 October for January. Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission.
- The Bachelor of Social Work is entered after two years of a BA.
Postgraduate
- STU's post-degree Bachelor of Education needs an existing bachelor's degree with enough background in a subject to teach it.
- STU has a Master of Social Work but no business, technology or data master's degrees.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Official English test score sent by the test centre (STU's TOEFL code is 0803)
- Official transcripts from any college or university attended
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 for regular academic courses (5.0 for the ESL programme) |
| TOEFL iBT | 89 (4.5 on the new scale) for regular courses; 61 (3.5) for ESL |
| PTE Academic | 62 or more for regular courses; 50–61 for ESL |
| Duolingo English Test | 115 for regular courses; 90 for ESL |
| ESL route | Students with lower scores can start credit courses while continuing an individual English programme |
Accommodation and living costs
STU has on-campus residences in Fredericton. Rates below are 2026-27 room costs for the academic year; the 7-day meal plan is extra.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Double room (Holy Cross, Harrington or Vanier Hall)2026-27 | C$6,340–6,795per year | ≈ ₹4.2 lakh – ₹4.6 lakh |
| Single room (Holy Cross, Harrington or Vanier Hall)2026-27 | C$9,607–10,104per year | ≈ ₹6.4 lakh – ₹6.8 lakh |
| Single room with ensuite2026-27 | C$10,662–11,159per year | ≈ ₹7.1 lakh – ₹7.5 lakh |
| Single room, Windsor Street2026-27 | C$5,894per year | ≈ ₹3.9 lakh |
| Meal plan (7-day all access with CAD 100 Flex Dollars)2026-27 | C$5,996per year | ≈ ₹4 lakh |
Campus and location
STU's campus is at 51 Dineen Drive in Fredericton, New Brunswick.
- Small classes where students can take part in professors' research.
- Aviation students train at MFC Training's Fredericton campus and arrange their own travel between campuses.
- STU works with BorderPass to help applicants with study permits.
- International students pay a CAD 2,500 PAL deposit (CAD 2,000 refundable if the study permit is refused).
Careers and graduate outcomes
STU points international students to internships, on-campus jobs and local employers. Communications and Public Policy includes two for-credit internships. See our Canada guide for work rights.
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FAQs
What does STU cost for Indian students?
For 2026-27, international BA tuition is CAD 21,135 a year, plus mandatory fees and a CAD 264 health plan. A double residence room starts at CAD 6,340 and the meal plan is CAD 5,996.
What marks do I need?
STU asks for a 70% average on five academic subjects in CBSE or ISC Class 12. State board results are assessed individually.
Can I start in January?
Yes. Apply by 1 October for January, or by 1 June for September.
Are scholarships open to international students?
Yes. STU says international applicants with the equivalent of 80% or more can apply for its entrance awards, worth CAD 500 to CAD 100,000 over four years.
Sources
- St. Thomas University: home page (opens in a new tab)
- STU: About (opens in a new tab)
- STU: Future international students (opens in a new tab)
- STU: International admissions (opens in a new tab)
- STU: Tuition and fees 2026-27 (opens in a new tab)
- STU: Scholarships for incoming students (opens in a new tab)
- STU: Bachelor of Arts (Aviation Stream) (opens in a new tab)
- STU: Bachelor of Social Work (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.stu.ca (opens in a new tab)
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