University of Alberta

University of Alberta is a university in Edmonton, AB. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 5 published items. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 61 institutions we list in Canada.

11390 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Why students choose University of Alberta

A long academic pedigree: U15 member, #4 university in Canada, and top 94 worldwide (QS 2026).
More than 450 student clubs and societies to join.
Modern facilities across more than 400 buildings.
Up to 20 months of paid work-integrated learning.
More than 900,000 job openings a year come from companies founded by alumni.
A high graduate employment rate of 97%.
The Student Services Centre provides attentive mental and physical health support.
Edmonton has one of the strongest economies in Canada.
A pioneer in developing artificial intelligence curricula

University of Alberta fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for University of Alberta
Item	Amount
Bachelor's tuition	CAD 34,000–45,000/year, depending on faculty and subject
Master's tuition	CAD 35,000–52,000/year, depending on faculty and subject
English for Academic Purposes (EAP), if required	CAD 3,397 for a 2-month course, CAD 6,794 for a 4-month course
Living costs	CAD 14,000–18,000/year, depending on accommodation and spending
Other costs	CAD 3,089

University of Alberta entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

Year One Foundation Programme

A high school diploma
Academic transcript
GPA 7.0–7.6, depending on subject
IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5, Duolingo 95, or PTE 59
Applicants below the English requirement can take the EAP English course before the main programme.

Scholarships at University of Alberta

International scholarships
Early Bird Scholarship: CAD 1,000
International Admission Scholarship: CAD 5,000
Regional Excellence Scholarship: CAD 5,000
Gold Standard Scholarship: CAD 6,000
President's International Distinction Scholarship: CAD 120,000 over four years
International Leader Scholarship: CAD 15,000
Global Citizen Scholarship for IB Diploma students: CAD 53,000 over four years

Frequently asked

What are the entry requirements for University of Alberta?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. A high school diploma

Where is University of Alberta?

University of Alberta is in Edmonton, AB, at 11390 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.

Can international students work while studying at University of Alberta?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Canada the current allowance is 24 hours/week during term, and the post-study route is pgwp — up to 3 years.