Chemistry at StFX: Admission Average
St. Francis Xavier University · Antigonish, NS
What average do you need for Chemistry at StFX?
Chemistry at St. Francis Xavier University typically admits students with averages in the high 80s, roughly 85–89%. It is the most competitive of the 10 StFX programs we track.
Good research, pre-professional science pathway.
How competitive is it?
Of the 9 universities we track that offer it, none ask for a higher average and 3 ask for a lower average.
As a rough guide, 89% or higher is above the typical range, 85% up to 89% is inside it, and 81% up to 85% is a reach. Cut-offs move every year, so apply to a mix of schools.
Ontario applicants are assessed on their top six Grade 12 U/M courses, including the program's prerequisites. Work out yours with the Best 6 calculator.
Chemistry at other universities
- Simon Fraser University – high 80s
- McGill University – high 80s
- Acadia University – high 80s
- Mount Allison University – high 80s
- University of Prince Edward Island – high 80s
- University of British Columbia – mid-to-high 80s (BC) / high 80s (OOP)
- University of Victoria – mid-to-high 80s
- Bishop's University – mid-to-high 80s
Typical high school prerequisites
- English
- Advanced Functions
- Chemistry
- Physics (recommended)
- One additional U/M course
First-year courses
- General Chemistry I & II
- Calculus I & II
- Physics
- Laboratory Methods
- Linear Algebra
These are typical for Chemistry programs across Canada. About the Chemistry degree
After a Chemistry degree
Chemistry usually takes 4 years. Many graduates go on to graduate or professional school.
- Research Scientist – $60,000 to $140,000
- Pharmacist – $85,000 to $140,000
- Forensic Scientist – $55,000 to $100,000
- Organic chemistry is the most challenging course in most science programs - many pre-med students are filtered here.
- Waterloo's chemistry co-op program is one of the best in Canada - excellent industry connections.
- A PhD in chemistry leads to significantly better career outcomes than a BSc alone.
Applying to StFX
St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish is Nova Scotia's most community-spirited small university. Known for the iconic 'X-Ring' that graduates receive upon completing their degree, StFX has a remarkably tight-knit alumni network. The university is particularly strong in nursing, arts, sciences, and business, and is known for its emphasis on social justice, community development, and the Coady International Institute.
St. Francis Xavier University is in Antigonish, NS, was founded in 1853 and has about 5,000 students. Domestic tuition is about $9,000 a year, co-op is not widely offered and first-year residence is guaranteed.
Deadlines: direct application March 1.
- The X-Ring is one of the most recognisable university rings in Canada - StFX alumni are immediately connected by it.
- Antigonish is a small town - the entire university community genuinely knows each other.
- The Coady International Institute at StFX is world-renowned for community development - good for international development careers.
Other StFX programs
- Nursing (BScN) – high 80s
- Business (Sobey - BBA) – mid-to-high 80s
- Biology – high 80s
- Psychology – mid-to-high 80s
- Kinesiology – high 80s
- Education (BEd) – mid 70s
- Information Technology – mid-to-high 80s
- Political Science – mid-to-high 80s
- Celtic Studies – mid 80s