University of Fredericton Online education for Canada’s professionals

At UFred, you get to study your way. Build career-transforming skills and knowledge on your own terms, with our flexible online programs.

Flexible studies

You decide how to pace your studies, when to learn and from where.

Career focused

Develop in-demand professional skills and take your career to the next level.

Dedicated support

Learn with confidence and reach your goals, with support provided every step of the way.

Apply today and jumpstart your future

The next phase of your career starts today. Complete your application and choose a start date that works best for you.

Education reimagined

The University of Fredericton (UFred) is an accredited university offering online degree, diploma, and certificate programs. Established in 2005 with the goal of making education more accessible, we’ve been helping working professionals advance their careers ever since.


Thanks to programs built especially for online learning, you can maximize your learning efficiency, study on the go, and interact with your professors and fellow students on your own schedule.


Combine all the benefits of university education with the freedom of the digital age. As a UFred student, you have access to affordable, high-quality academic tracks, from the comfort of your own home.

Learn from industry leaders

Dr. Sheri McKillop

Vice President of Academics & Provost


Like all our faculty members, Dr. McKillop has years of both academic and business experience. She has written a DBA dissertation on the employability benefits of online education.


Dr. McKillop's role at UFred is to ensure that our programs are high quality and match industry demands. Thanks to her passion for both business and learning, we've helped hundreds of alumni advance in their careers.

What our students say

High academic standards, designed for your success

Our degree and certificate programs are designed to give you the best opportunities for career success. They’re taught by highly experienced faculty who blend deep industry knowledge with online teaching expertise.


Our programs are supervised and accredited by the Province of New Brunswick, with MBA programs that are further accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). UFred has earned a prestigious five-star rating for online learning from the globally recognized QS World University Rankings and is listed among Canada’s top online universities by Course Compare. Our programs have also been highlighted in Maclean’s annual MBA guide, which recommends top schools and programs.

Need Assistance?

Our Program Advisors are happy to help with any questions about your degree, diploma or certificate, whether it’s admissions requirements, the application process, or tuition fees.


Service Hours: Monday - Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm ET

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You’ll find everything you need to know about studying online at UFred in our digital brochure. To get your copy, please fill out the form below.