University of the Fraser Valley

About

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) offers a distinctive, hands-on learning experience in British Columbia, Canada, known for its smaller class sizes and strong community focus. Academically, UFV is highly regarded for its applied programs in Business Administration, Health Sciences (especially Nursing), and various Trades, alongside robust offerings in Arts and Criminology. International students benefit from comprehensive support through UFV International, which provides dedicated advising, orientation, and cultural integration programs, ensuring a smooth transition and enriching experience. A distinctive characteristic is its multi-campus structure across the scenic Fraser Valley, providing a personalized educational environment away from a major city while still offering diverse academic pathways and English language support.

Background

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV), formerly known as University College of the Fraser Valley and Fraser Valley College, is a public university with campuses in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission and Hope, British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1974 as Fraser Valley College, it was a response to the need for expanded vocational training in the communities of the Fraser Valley. In 1991, it became a university college, with degree-granting status. As the University College of the Fraser Valley, it grew rapidly, becoming one of the largest university colleges in Canada. In recognition of the growing needs for higher education within the region and in the province, the provincial government granted full university status on 21 April 2008. Student enrolment is now over 15,000 students annually.

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