Saint Paul University

Saint Paul is the Catholic Pontifical school that was established in 1848 by Bishop Joseph-Eugene Guigues. It is one of the oldest public institutions in Canada. Moreover, the school is included on the list of top universities in Canada and each year welcomes international students from more than 30 different countries of the world.

The school is located in the heart of Ottawa and is surrounded by small eco-friendly businesses. Saint Paul University offers international students a fascinating campus life and valuable experience within student clubs and organizations. The campus also has various facilities, such as conference rooms, a parking lot, a gym, and a garden. Saint Paul University pays attention to the research work of its students and has exclusive research centres for innovation and social transformation. Additionally, Jean-León-Allie Library and Archives have a collection of over 500,000 books, about 100,000 documents, and 1,000 scientific publications. The university also aims to help international students and other people in need. Thus, Saint Paul University has a Counselling and Psychotherapy Centre, a Centre for Safeguarding Minors and Vulnerable Persons.

The University  has two media of instruction: English and French. That is why the school has a partnership with another bilingual institution – the University of Ottawa. Saint Paul University consists of nine schools that offer undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral study programs to international students. The institution also has interdisciplinary foundational courses and short programs called Options. International students can also choose distance learning and online mode of study. To help students learn via online mode, Saint Paul University uses an interactive learning management platform Bright Space.

International students can attend the School of Social Communication that offers a Certificate in Social Communication, Honours B.A. with a Major in Social Communication, and Honours B.A. in Social Communication. If you are interested in current ethical issues, you can choose to study at the School of Ethics, Social Justice and Public Service. It offers a Certificate in Ethics and Contemporary Social Issues, Honours B.A. with Major in Ethics and Contemporary Social Issues, and Honours B.A. in Ethics and Contemporary Social Issues.

International students can also apply to the Faculty of Theology at Saint Paul University. It offers Honours B.A. with Major in Faith, Ethics and Justice, Master of Theological Studies, Master of Divinity, Graduate Diploma in Catholic Bioethics, Graduate Diploma in Contemplative Theology and Spiritual Mentorship, M.A. in Theology, Ph.D. in Theology, Sacrae Theologiae Doctoratus (STD), and Sacrae Theologiae Licentia (STL).

If you want to develop effective solutions to social challenges, you should study at Élisabeth-Bruyère School of Social Innovation. It offers a Certificate in Social Innovation, Honours B.A. in Social Innovation, Graduate Diploma in Social Organization Development, M.A. in Social Innovation, and Ph.D. in Social Innovation.

If you aim to help people solve their problems, you can attend the School of Counselling, Psychotherapy and Spirituality at Saint Paul University. It offers a Certificate in Human Relations and Spirituality, Honours B.A. in Human Relations and Spirituality, Honours B.A. with Major in Human Relations and Spirituality, Graduate Diploma in Couple Counselling and Spirituality, M.A. in Counselling and Spirituality: Couple and Family Counselling, M.A. in Counselling and Spirituality: Individual Counselling, and Ph.D. in Counselling and Spirituality.

International students can apply to the School of Conflict Studies. It offers a Certificate in Conflict Resolution, Honours B.A. with Major in Conflict Studies, Honours B.A. in Conflict Studies, M.A. in Conflict Studies, and Ph.D. in Conflict Studies.

Saint Paul University also has the Faculty of Canon Law that offers Graduate Diploma in Canon Law, Graduate Diploma in Canonical Practice, Graduate Diploma in Ecclesiastical Administration, M.A. in Canon Law, Ph.D. in Canon Law, Doctorate in Canon Law, and Licentiate in Canon Law.

If you want to learn how to organize and guide your future employees, you should attend the Providence School of Transformative Leadership and Spirituality. It offers Graduate Diploma in Transformative Leadership and Spirituality and M.A. in Transformative Leadership and Spirituality.

The University also offers international students to take an interdisciplinary approach in researching contemporary social issues. Thus, it offers them to complete a Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Research on Contemporary Social Issues.

Admission Requirements

Saint Paul has two intakes for international students. If you want to start your study in September, you should submit your application by April 1. If you want to start your study in January, the application deadline is September 1.

1. You need to choose the study program you like at Saint Paul University and meet the requirements for international students.

If you want to study the undergraduate program, you must have a diploma equivalent to an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD). To apply for a graduate diploma or a master’s degree at Saint Paul University, you must have an Honours B.A. or equivalent and an average score of at least 70% (B). If you want to pursue the doctoral study program at Saint Paul University, you must have a master’s degree (with thesis or dissertation) and an average score of at least 75% (B+).

1. You need to collect the required documents.

You should submit your official transcripts, the English (French) language proficiency test score, and the other documents required for the chosen program. Your school must send transcripts directly to Saint Paul University. However, you need to submit the certified translation of your transcripts if they are not in English or French.

Since Saint Paul University is a bilingual institution, you can choose the medium of instruction or study in both languages. Nevertheless, international students at Saint Paul University ought to pass a recognized language proficiency test. If you want to study in French, you must take DELF or DALF. If you want to study in English, you need to pass IELTS, TOEFL, MELAB, CAEL, CPE or PTE Academic.

1. You should submit the application and pay the non-refundable application fees of 130 CAD.

If you are applying for an undergraduate, a master’s or doctoral program only at Saint Paul University, you ought to complete the form on the university’s website. If you are applying for a study program at more than one Ontario university, including Saint Paul University, you need to complete the application form at the Ontario Universities Application Centre (OUAC).

1. You should wait for the application assessment from the Office of Admission.
2. You need to accept your offer of admission and pay the tuition fee.

When you receive the letter of acceptance, you must sign the Admission Acceptance Form and send it to Saint Paul University.

1. You should choose the courses of your study program.

If you have questions about the admission requirements and application process, you should contact the Office of Admission at Saint Paul University directly.

Fees for International Students

It is obvious that you want to know more about the tuition fees at Saint Paul University. Undergraduate full-time study programs cost 7,903 CAD, while part-time programs cost 1,971 CAD per term. Graduate full-time programs (M.A.) cost 7,833 CAD, while part-time programs cost 3,019 CAD per term. Graduate full-time programs (Ph.D.) cost 7,460 CAD per term. 

Saint Paul University has an internship office that gives internship opportunities to eligible international students from undergraduate and graduate levels. The internship allows students to use their theoretical knowledge, improve practical skills and get work experience. One more benefit of the internship is an opportunity to work in leading Canadian organizations, interact with employees, and set career goals. Moreover, international students can get paid for the internships approved by Saint Paul University.

Each year, Saint Paul University organizes job fairs and placement programs in partnership with Canadian companies to help international students find high-paying jobs. As a result, many graduates of this institution are successful employees at world-known organizations and enterprises.

 

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