The University of Fredericton (UFred)

Introduction
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Rankings
Student Testimonials

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Programs

Introduction

Connect. Learn. Succeed. Fully Online.

The University of Fredericton (UFred) is a fully online, degree-granting institution offering certificate, diploma, and degree programs. Founded and based in Fredericton, New Brunswick, UFred takes exceptional pride in its offering of innovative, relevant online education that emphasizes leadership development and lifelong learning.

UFred offers a unique, completely online learning experience that supports the academic and professional goals of its constituents. Through approachable, friendly support and service, UFred is devoted to creating student success.
Their vision is to empower learners globally to achieve their goals through accessible, applied professional education. Their mission is to provide a fully compatible, individually-centered lifelong learning path for the world’s professionals that enhances individual performance. UFred's values include integrity, passion, mutual trust, learning, mutual respect, and competency.

Why study at UFred?

UFred’s online students receive the same high-quality education, networking opportunities, and collaboration obtained from an on-campus program; students interact with professors and peers on an ongoing basis. Students can ask questions, participate in discussions, and work collaboratively on study material, completely online.

UFred history

The University of Fredericton is a private institution established in 2005 in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Under the premise that fully online education was the way of the future, they forged an innovative learning path of superior quality and continue to expand internationally.

Benefits Of Learning With UFerd

Flexibility: As a program developed for working professionals, UFred ensures students are able to balance their studies with their careers and other personal and professional commitments. With the ability to pause their studies at any time, UFred ensures students can take a break in their program as required.
Online on purpose: UFred's programs are offered online, on purpose. This allows students globally to participate in the University's programs without a need to pause their careers or travel to participate.
Affordability: UFred prides itself in offering students affordable programs while maintaining a high quality of education. With the option to pay for one course at a time, students are provided financial flexibility.

Career prospects

UFred's programs prepare students to take the next step in their careers regardless of their geographic location. UFred's business programs can be easily applied across a wide range of industries and have been found to be applicable even before students have completed their program.

Accreditations

Government of New Brunswick

As a university within the province of New Brunswick, it is important to share with students and potential students that UFred has been accredited by the province of New Brunswick since 2007 under Section 3 of the Degree Granting Act.

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs

The University of Fredericton’s Sandermoen School of Business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The ACBSP has more than 30 years of experience promoting academic excellence for business programs globally. This accreditation was determined using the Baldrige Education Criteria for Performance Excellence which ensures business programs offer a rigorous educational experience and demonstrate continuous quality improvement.

Partners

Canadian Association of Management Consultants (CMC-Canada)

The University of Fredericton and the Canadian Association of Management Consultants (CMC-Canada) have an academic partnership. This partnership offers students a number of benefits including credit toward the CMC designation, free annual academic partner student memberships with CMC-Canada, student rates when attending professional development events, and more.

Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE)

The University of Fredericton partnered with the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering to develop the Health and Safety Leadership specialty stream offered to students in the MBA and Executive MBA programs.

Admissions

Bachelor’s courses:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent;
- Four university preparatory courses. Including English 12, Math 12, and two additional grade 12 university preparatory courses.
- Minimum overall average of at least 65% in the university preparatory classes
Mature admissions:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Older than 21 years of age and have been away from an educational program for a minimum of three years

MBA courses:
- An undergraduate degree from a recognized and accredited university;
- Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 grade scale
- International applicants must be qualified for university or college admission in their home countries and transcripts must show superior performance based on the country’s grading scheme
- If your degree was completed outside of North America, you may have your degree evaluated by World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Services of Canada (ICAS). Those reports can be sent directly to UFred or you can have them notarized by a lawyer.

English language requirements:

TOEFL Internet-based score of 88
TOEFL Computer-based score of 213
IELTS score of 6.5 with no band below 6
CAEL score of 70 with no part below 60

Scholarships and Funding

Paying for Your Education: A Guide for Mid-Career Professionals in Canada

For professionals in Canada, pursuing further education can be a great way to advance your career, but how can you finance your education while still supporting your family and growing professionally? In this article, we’ll explore some of the different options available to fund your education in Canada, including student loans, employer reimbursement, personal loans, and more. Understanding your funding options will allow you to make the best decision for your circumstances.

Government Student Loans and Grants

Provincial Student Loans and Grants are typically available to Canadian students enrolled in an accredited university or college. If you’re planning on pursuing an MBA, you may be eligible for student loans. The amount of financial assistance you receive will depend on factors like your province of residence, the cost of attendance, and whether you’re a full-time or part-time student. With careful planning and budgeting, education can be affordable for working professionals.

The following programs qualify for funding in all provinces and territories (excluding Quebec and British Columbia):

Master of Business Administration
Executive Master of Business Administration
Master Certificate

Employer Reimbursement

Many employers will reimburse their employees for tuition and other educational expenses. This can be a great option if you can find an employer willing to invest in your continued education, and this arrangement has many benefits for both the employer and the employee. From the employer’s standpoint, the investment allows them to develop a pool of qualified candidates for future leadership positions. It also helps to ensure that their employees have the latest knowledge and skills in business management. For the employee, it is an opportunity to further their career and earn a higher salary. In addition, they may also be eligible for promotion into management positions.

Scholarships

One of the most common ways for students to help pay for their education in Canada is through scholarships. Scholarships are financial awards typically based on academic merit or other achievements. There are a variety of scholarships available to students in Canada, from national programs to those offered by individual schools or organizations.

Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP)

The Lifelong Learning Plan is a great way to save for your future education. It allows contributions from existing Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) to be used to help pay for tuition, books, and living expenses for those enrolled as full-time students at an educational institution. In situations where the student has a disability, attending school part-time may be eligible. Amounts withdrawn under the LLP do not count toward income, and the RRSP issuer does not withhold taxes on these amounts. Withdrawals must be repaid over no more than ten years.

Indigenous Students

As an Indigenous student, you may have access to educational financing through First Nations. This means you may get the money you need to pay for school without worrying about loans or finding other funding sources. Community support is an excellent way for Indigenous students to get the education they need and deserve. If you are interested in pursuing higher education, check with your band’s office to see if you qualify for financial assistance.

Canadian Forces

If you’re a member of the Canadian Forces, you are eligible for Continuing Education Funding. Military support can help you cover tuition costs, books, and other materials. It can also help you with living expenses while you complete your studies.

Options Available from Financial Institutions (Loans, Lines of Credit, Etc.)

If you’re looking for financial aid, your bank may be able to help. Banks offer different student loans and personal lines of credit to benefit students with various needs. Some banks provide professional lines of credit if pursuing an educational program such as an MBA or other advanced degree. If you do not qualify for a government student loan, this may be another option you can explore. Budgeting correctly and ensuring you can comfortably make monthly payments on a personal loan or line of credit while still covering your other financial obligations is essential.

Workers’ Compensation Boards (WCB)

If you’ve been injured on the job and need some form of retraining, don’t hesitate to apply for funding from your province’s Workplace Compensation Board. They review each claim individually and determine the available options. This funding option is available for programs in the University of Fredericton’s School of Occupational Health and Safety.

Rankings

The University of Fredericton ranked among the Best Online Universities, recognized in three additional ranked categories by Course Compare

The University of Fredericton is proud to announce that we have been recognized by Course Compare in four academic ranking categories for 2023. Each year, Course Compare publishes its rankings for schools and programs with lists varying from the best online universities to the best online MBA.

Best Online MBA
Best Executive MBA
Best Online Universities
Best Business Schools

Course Compare generates their rankings using specified parameters, aiming to “help you prepare for the future of work".