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About U of A
University of Alberta (U of A) — public non-profit university. It is located in Edmonton, Canada. U of A is working closely with Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC), Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), Group of Thirteen (G13), Association of Universities of the Canadian Francophonie (AUFC), University of the Arctic (UArctic), Canadian University Society for Intercollegiate Debate (CUSID), Association of University Forestry Schools of Canada (AUFSC), Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE), Canadian University Press (CUP).
The university was highly rated by the QS International Ranking of the best universities, and is in 111 place in the world. The educational institution is in the top-120 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
U of A offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs in different fields of study.
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Anatomy & Physiology | 33 |
Life Sciences & Medicine | 69 |
Agriculture & Forestry | 77 |
Engineering & Technology | 96 |
Accounting & Finance | 100 |
Natural Sciences | 112 |
Social Sciences & Management | 154 |
Arts & Humanities | 171 |

U of A tuition fees
The academic calendar at U of A is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Canada. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. One year of studying at U of A will cost local citizens a minimum of 2,787 USD. For foreigners, the tuition fee is different — from 5,708 USD per year. With the help of scholarships and financial support programs, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
Also, be prepared for additional expenses: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
Study programs at U of A
Engineering & Technology
Business Technology Management
Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering - Computer Process Control
Civil Engineering
Engineering
Applied Sciences & Professions
Clothing, Textiles and Material Culture
Family Science
Fashion Business Management
Food Science and Technology Specialization
Nutrition and Food Science General Program
Law
Business Economics and Law
Criminology
Law, Crime and Justice Studies
Computer Science & IT
Business Studies
Career and Technology Studies: Computer Science
Computing Science
Computing Science
Computing Science and Mathematics
Accounting & Finance
Accounting
Finance
Social Sciences & Management
Anthropology
Business Economics and Law
Clothing, Textiles and Material Culture
Criminology
East Asian Business Studies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Agricultural Business Management
Applied Mathematics
Astrophysics
Biochemistry
Biochemistry with Specialization
Journalism & Media
Film Studies
Media Studies
Agriculture & Forestry
Adapted Physical Activity
Agricultural Business Management
Agricultural and Resource Economics
Animal Science
Companion and Performance Animals
Medicine
Adapted Physical Activity
Agricultural Business Management
Animal Science
Biological Sciences
Biology
History, Philosophy & Theology
Acting
Anthropology
Art and Design
Drama
Drama (Honours)
Humanities
Acting
Ancient and Medieval Studies
Anthropology
Art and Design
Classical Languages
Arts & Humanities
Acting
Adapted Physical Activity
Anthropology
Art and Design
Art and Design
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
Creative Writing
English
Environmental and Conservation Sciences - Native Studies
Linguistics
Modern Languages
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Agricultural and Resource Economics
Conservation Biology
Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology
Economics
Environmental Earth Sciences
Education & Training
Drama and Secondary Education
Education - Music - Elementary
Education Elementary
Education Secondary
Elementary Education - Native Studies
Physical Sciences
Agricultural and Resource Economics
Astrophysics with Honors
Astrophysics with Specialization
Conservation Biology
Economics
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Kinesiology
Kinesiology
Kinesiology and Education
Physical Education
Physical Education - Kinesiology and Sport Studies
Economics & Business Management
Accounting
Agricultural Business Management
Agricultural and Resource Economics
Business Economics
Business Economics and Law
Other
Ancient and Medieval History
Art and Design
Biochemistry with Honours
Biomedical engineering
Business and Marketing Route
Applied Sciences & Professions
Digital Humanities
Food Science and Bioresource Technology
Human Nutrition
Languages, Literature & Linguistics
East Asian
English and Film Studies
Linguistics
Modern Languages and Cultural Studies
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Community Engagement
Economics
Economics and Finance
Natural Resources, Energy, and Environment
Political Science
Computer Science & IT
Computing Science
Internetworking
Master of Engineering (Electrical and Computer Engineering)
Master of Library and Information Studies
Engineering & Technology
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Physics
Chemistry
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Communications and Technology
Physical Sciences
Chemical Physics
Community Engagement
Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
Economics
Economics and Finance
History, Philosophy & Theology
Anthropology
Choral Conducting
MFA Theatre Voice Pedagogy
Music
Music
Accounting & Finance
Accounting
Economics and Finance
Finance
Master of Accounting (MAcc)
Humanities
Anthropology
Choral Conducting
Drama
English and Film Studies
Linguistics
Arts & Humanities
Anthropology
Choral Conducting
Composition
Drama
English and Film Studies
Social Sciences & Management
Anthropology
Combined Master of Business Administration / Master of Library & Information Studies Program
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Communications and Technology
Community Engagement
Medicine
Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine
Biochemistry
Biological Sciences
Biomedical Engineering
Cell Biology
Agriculture & Forestry
Agricultural Food and Nutritional Science
MBA/Masters of Agriculture with combined degree
Master of Agriculture
Master of Agriculture (MAg)
Master of Agriculture (MAg) in Resource Economics and Environmental Sociology
Education & Training
Educational Studies
Elementary Education
MEd in Adult, Community and Higher Education
Master of Education - Cohort
Master of Education - On-Campus
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Biochemistry
Biological Sciences
Cell Biology
Chemical Biology
Chemical Physics
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation
Economics & Business Management
Accounting
Communications and Technology
Digital Humanities
Economics
Economics and Finance
Other
Dental Hygiene
Fast Track MBA
MA Policy Studies Course-based Program
MA Policy Studies Practicum-based Program
MA in Ancient Societies and Cultures
Arts & Humanities
Master of Design (MDes)
Computer Science & IT
Operations and Information Systems
Physical Sciences
Finance
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Finance
Social Sciences & Management
Finance
Marketing
Strategic Management and Organization
Accounting & Finance
Accounting
Finance
Economics & Business Management
Accounting
Finance
Marketing
Strategic Management and Organization

Bachelor degree at U of A
Applicants are accepted to undergraduate programs with a GPA of at least 2.3. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS, PTE or TOEFL exam. The minimum TOEFL score is 90. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.5. Applicants will need a subject exam — SAT. The IB diploma is accepted upon admission.
Master's degree at U of A
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. To confirm your level of English, you must pass IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 88. IELTS — 6.5 or higher.
Doctorate degree at U of A
If you are applying for a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. For enrollment, you need to pass TOEFL with 90 points. The minimum score for IELTS is 6.5.
U of A campus
U of A has an urban campus, which provides students with many options for study and recreation. The abundance of museums, theaters and cinemas creates opportunities for the cultural development of young people. In the city, there are also large companies that offer internships. The university has a library, in the collection of which you will find not only textbooks and scientific works, but also works of the classics, modern literature and much more. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at U of A. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.

What to do after graduation
Canada allows university graduates to stay in the country from 1 to 3 years. To do this, you need to apply for a graduate visa, which allows you to work even without a formal offer from an employer. Graduates of U of A find jobs without difficulty. One of the reasons is the good reputation of the university among employers, according to the results of the QS ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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