Established in 1853, St. Francis Xavier University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Antigonish (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Nova Scotia. Officially recognized by the Department of Labour and Advanced Education of Nova Scotia, St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) is a small coeducational Canadian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. St. Francis Xavier University (StFX) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. StFX also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.