INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE VIEWBOOK

2021 – 2022
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME TO UALBERTA PROGRAMS/DEGREES

FOR
02 President's Message 18 Program Options
03 Our Stats 24 UAlberta's Faculties

OUR LOCATION NEXT STEPS

04 Where We Are 28 Scholarships and Awards
06 North (Main) Campus 29 Guaranteed Tuition
08 Campus Saint-Jean 30 Dates and Deadlines
09 Augustana Campus 31 Application Steps
10 Living on North Campus 32 English Language Proficiency
33 Selected Curricula
WHY UALBERTA
12 Research Excellence
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF TRADITIONAL TERRITORY 13 Campus Life
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 14 Work, Co-op, and Careers
6 territory, and respects the histories, languages, and cultures of First
16 International Services Centre
Nations, Métis, Inuit, and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence
continues to enrich our vibrant community.
WELCOME #4
TO T A
THE 2020

UA L B E R RESEARCH
-BASED
UNIVERSITY
IN CANADA
NOBEL PRIZE
IN PHYSIOLOGY OR MEDICINE
WAS AWARDED TO UALBERTA VIROLOGIST
DR. MICHAEL HOUGHTON

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

The University of Alberta is home to an exceptional community of students and researchers.
I welcome students from around the world. At the U of A, you will be part of a resilient
community of diverse and talented scholars who are tackling today’s most important
U OF A
40,000+
STUDENTS FROM
challenges. Your unique talents and interests will enrich our community. Join us for a learning
156 COUNTRIES

300,000+
experience that will transform you and prepare you for success in an ever-changing world.

Bill Flanagan, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Alberta

ABOUT THE PRESIDENT ALUMNI WORLDWIDE

Bill Flanagan is the 14th president and vice-
chancellor of the University of Alberta. President
Flanagan, JD, DEA, LLM, served as the dean of
law from 2005 to 2019 at Queen's University. He
was president of the Council of Canadian Law
Deans from 2011 to 2014, and served on the

1ST & ONLY #2 IN 1 OF THE

National Action Committee on Access to Justice
in Civil and Family Matters. His work in support of
HIV/AIDS research and initiatives has made him a FACULTY OF GRADUATE GREENEST
well-recognized and respected public figure. NATIVE STUDIES EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYERS
IN NORTH AMERICA IN CANADA IN CANADA SINCE 2009

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50+
FESTIVALS
ANNUALLY
Edmonton
SUCCEED IN EDMONTON
There is nowhere quite like
Edmonton — the city has an
entrepreneurial spirit where
taking a risk is encouraged,
and having a sense of
adventure is implied.
The robust economy
presents opportunity at
every turn, and the diverse
populace is welcoming and
friendly to those from all
backgrounds.
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325 DAYS
OF BRIGHT
SUNSHINE
You can take the subway,
grab a bike, electric scooter,
or go on foot — and you’ll
find unique shops, coffee
houses, restaurants, and
theatres just down the street
or across the river from
campus.
You’ll have years to get to
know this city and find your
favourite spots — here are a
few to get you started:
150 KM
OF TRAILS
CENTRAL EDMONTON
(DOWNTOWN)
Business and cultural hub.
STUDY IN
Canada
COME TO CANADA AND DISCOVER THE “TRUE NORTH STRONG
AND FREE” CELEBRATED IN OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM.
A COUNTRY TO EXPLORE
Explore Canada: the second largest country in the world,
home to friendly people and stunning landscapes.
From coast to coast to coast Canada has exciting cities
and breathtaking natural beauty that will appeal to your
adventurous side. The people of Canada are as interesting as
WHYTE AVE the landscape - Canadians come from all over the world and
Shopping, cafes, restaurants, and celebrate multiculturalism by sharing their traditions and
live music. welcoming the traditions of others.
EXPLORE THE ROCKY
MOUNTAIN PARKS
Located a few hours away from
Edmonton is Canada's world famous
Banff National Park. Experience
stunning peaks, beautiful lakes, and
ancient glaciers.
PROSPER IN ALBERTA
Alberta is recognized as having one of the strongest
economies and highest living standards in the world.
Albertans enjoy higher salaries than in any other province in
Canada, as well as world-leading education and healthcare
systems.
Canada is known as one of the top 10 countries globally for
quality of life, and is one of the safest countries in the world.
EDMONTON, ALBERTA, CANADA  | 05
 36,000 38 6,500+
AVERAGE STUDENTS GRADUATE
STUDENTS
CLASS SIZE HERE EACH YEAR

orth
nCAMPUS
OUR MAIN TEACHING CAMPUS.

It’s a campus of contrasts, with
150 buildings occupying over 50 city
blocks — it's truly a city within a city
— yet also on the cusp of a lush river
valley. It’s a classic academic setting
steeped in over 112 years of history,
yet also home to some of the most
technologically advanced research
and teaching facilities in the world.
Light Rail Transit (LRT) connects North
Campus to the downtown core, or just
two stops in the other direction, to South
Campus — home to our agricultural
research facilities, as well as many
of our athletics teams. WILSON CLIMBING ASTRONOMICAL ARTS AND STUDENTS' UNION
Come and tour campus in person or CENTRE OBSERVATORY CONVOCATION HALL BUILDING
see some of the following spaces in Over 60 feet of linear climbing With three roof-top telescopes Home to the Department of Music The social centre of campus
360 video at uab.ca/tours

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 600
STUDENTS
CAMPUS
sai n t - je a n a u g
CAMPUS
u s t a n a
THE U OF A EN FRANÇAIS.
FRANCOPHONE FOCUS
As the only French-language university
and college campus in Western Canada,
Campus Saint-Jean is helping to
reinforce Canada’s linguistic duality.
With nine undergraduate programs and
two master's programs, it's the best of
the U of A — delivered in French.
uab.ca/csj
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25
AVERAGE
CLASS SIZE
CENTRAL EDMONTON
Located in the heart of Edmonton’s
francophone neighbourhood of Bonnie
Doon. Enjoy the immersive environment
of learning in French, but you can also
easily access all the amenities of North
Campus by taking a free 10-minute
shuttle ride.
1ST AND ONLY
VOCAL ACOUSTICS
LABORATORY IN CANADA
RESIDENCE SAINT-JEAN
Enjoy a unique crossroads of academic,
linguistic, and cultural life by living on
campus in Edmonton’s vibrant French
Quarter. Campus Saint-Jean residence
features historic architecture — where
no two rooms are alike, and each room
is a private one.
1,000
STUDENTS
THE U OF A IN A UNIQUE WAY.
LIBERAL ARTS & SCIENCE
A campus with an exclusive focus
on undergraduate education, a
non-traditional academic calendar,
and multidisciplinary program majors.
Augustana is continuously exploring
how to design the most immersive
and holistic university experience.
ualberta.ca/augustana
18 3-WEEK COURSE
AVERAGE
STARTS THE ACADEMIC YEAR
CLASS SIZE
CAMROSE, ALBERTA RESIDENCE AT AUGUSTANA
A 1-hr drive from Edmonton will bring Most first-year students live on campus,
you to Augustana Campus, in the city where students enjoy convenient access
of Camrose, Alberta. Surrounded by to their classes and professors — and
parkland, students are encouraged to take advantage of the many on-campus
borrow cross country skis, skates, and activities. First Year Complex houses
snowshoes from campus — and go 350 students in an immersive social
explore the majestic landscape. dormitory environment.
CAMPUS SAINT‑JEAN AND AUGUSTANA CAMPUS  | 09
 OPTIONS FOR EVERYONE
85% 0 #1 There are residence options for students on all UAlberta campuses.
OF RESIDENTS COMMUTE LISTER IS THE LARGEST
PLAY DODGEBALL TO CAMPUS RESIDENCE IN CANADA
OTHER CAMPUSES
Augustana Campus is located in the city of Camrose, approximately an
hour’s drive from Edmonton. Augustana residents will enjoy a dormitory
environment with a strong sense of community in the centre of campus,
just a short walk from classes and the many on-campus activities.
Campus Saint-Jean is located in Edmonton’s French Quarter -
approximately a 15-minute drive from North Campus. Francophone
residents of Residence Saint-Jean will appreciate the architecture of the
historic original building, where no two rooms are alike and every room

LIVING ON
is private.

north campus
LIVE ON CAMPUS FOR YOUR WHOLE DEGREE
After your first year at the University of Alberta, you can live in one of
our upper year residences. There are many different types of living
options for all your campus housing requirements.

APPLY EARLY
You do not need an offer of admission to apply for UAlberta Residence.
Apply for Residence by April 30, 2021, to guarantee your spot.

LIVING ON CAMPUS CAN LEAD TO A HIGHER GPA.

PROGRAMMING
FIRST-YEAR RESIDENTS MEAL PLANS & FOOD OPTIONS Did you know that research indicates
Get more out of your university experience by living First-year residence in Lister Centre and Peter Lougheed Hall includes that students living in residence are in a
in residence! Living on campus in residence puts a meal plan. This means that you can focus on your classes and friends better position to succeed academically,
you right in the centre of all the University of Alberta instead of shopping for groceries, cooking and doing dishes. Gluten- compared to those living off-campus?
has to offer. Specialized Residence programming is free, halal, vegetarian and vegan are among the many options available Our Academic in Residence (a university
part of living in residence; supporting your success each day. PhD student) and Peer Tutor Program
in all aspects of your life on campus—including If you live in a residence that does not include first-year programming are just two ways we are here to help
academics, community and your health. and the meal plan, there are many food options. Voluntary meal plans improve and support your academic
Lister Centre is the primary residence of first year can be purchased and used in both dining halls. Residents can also skills.
students, located on the UAlberta north Campus. enjoy meals on campus at numerous restaurants that offer a variety
Both single (private) and shared rooms are available. of different cultural cuisines, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten free RESIDENCE ORIENTATIONS
Students may also apply for Peter Lougheed Hall, or and halal food. Nearby grocery stores allow residents to shop for and
Residence Services programming
St. Joseph's Residence (men's or women's). prepare their own meals.
starts right when you move in, running
RATE ESTIMATES all week. Our Residence orientation
programs help you connect with your
First-year students - dormitory-style rooms: $737 – $2,284 per month (includes rent, meal plan and programming),
new community and provide you with
depending on residence and room type. Upper-year students - apartment-style units: $534 – $1,567 per month
important information to set you up for
Residence rates are estimates effective August 1, 2020 and are subject to change.
success through your whole school year.
For updated rates, please consult uab.ca/residence

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 e s e a r
rEXCELLENCE c h 400+
STUDENT
CLUBS
78
NATIONAL
CHAMPIONSHIPS
10,000+
INTRAMURALS
PARTICIPANTS
EACH YEAR

CAMPUS
#81
IN THE WORLD
FOR RESEARCH
IMPACT
400+
RESEARCH
LABORATORIES
#2
LARGEST RESEARCH
LIBRARY IN CANADA
life
PUSH THE BOUNDARIES OF KNOWLEDGE. BUILD A BETTER AN ENRICHED EXPERIENCE FOR THE ACTIVE AND INVOLVED.
FUTURE.
WOW GO GREEN AND GOLD SPORTS AND FITNESS
MEET YOUR MENTOR THE TIME IS NOW Week of Welcome (WoW) is the best When we aren't cheering on our varsity Swimming, weight lifting, running,
way to start off on the right foot and teams to win another championship, climbing, ice hockey, soccer, volleyball,
Learn from award-winning professors that are committed Participate in groundbreaking research in your first year of
get involved. It’s a week of orientations, you can find us seeking out events that and basketball - if you can think of a
to developing and supporting the next generation of free study with the Undergraduate Research Initiative (URI). Get
concerts, and a club fair where you find are unique to this campus, like: sport, there’s a good chance UAlberta
thinkers and innovators. Then work alongside them in their hands-on experience with fieldwork, or lead the way with
people that share your passion, with • Green and Gold Day (a celebration has facilities or clubs to do it with:
research labs or participate in their field studies. self‑directed summer projects. uab.ca/URI
groups like: of the University) • Outdoors club
Then celebrate remarkable work at the Festival of
• International student assocations • Bar None Week (rural and • Cricket
RENOWNED FACILITIES Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (FURCA).
agricultural events)
• Dance and cultural clubs • Soccer and Futsal
We are home to some of Canada’s, and the world’s, most Whether you are focused on the impact of the opioid crisis on
• Hide and Seek • Campus Cup (intramural sports • Badminton
advanced research resources — like studying over 10,000 communities or you are looking for ways to eliminate the use
• Powerlifting championship) • Table Tennis
years of climate change in the Canadian Ice Core Lab, or of fossil fuels — FURCA is the place to present and discover!
• Sci Fi • AntiFreeze (warm up in winter!) • Fencing
creating smart bionic limbs in our artificial intelligence labs. uab.ca/furca
For a full listing of student groups and • International Week (global issues, • Rugby
clubs go to uab.ca/sg global awareness) Join thousands of other UAlberta
• Round Dance and TAWOW students in intramural sports - a fun
(Canadian indigenous culture) and competitive way to make friends
and stay fit!

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 CO-OP
130+ #87 190 PROGRAMS
ACTIVE
SPINOFF
IN THE WORLD FOR CSL COMMUNITY AND WORK
COMPANIES
EMPLOYMENT RATE PARTNERS
EXPERIENCE
Many faculties and programs
at UAlberta offer paid co-op
programs or work experience
placements - letting you obtain
practical experience while you
earn credit towards your degree.
UAlberta co-op and work
placement partners include
businesses ranging in size
from five to 50,000+ employees,

reat
government at all levels,

gPOTENTIAL
research laboratories, and non-
governmental organizations.
Participating in co-op work
programs, work experience
placements, or academic
internships has been shown to
make graduates more attractive
to employers, and to receive
higher starting salaries!

A CANADIAN
CAREER AFTER
GRADUATION
GET A HEAD START ON YOUR CAREER After you graduate from
UAlberta, you may be eligible to
UAlberta is the right choice for the career-minded. Top graduate emplyoment rankings, co-op work placements and academic stay and work in Canada for up to
internships, plus support from the Career Centre mean that studying here will give you a head start on your career. After you 3 years with the Post Graduation
graduate, the Post Graduation Work Permit will let you stay and work in Canada for up to three years! Work Permit. Living and working
in Canada provides opportunities
RECOGNIZED FOR POST-GRADUATION EMPLOYMENT IN CANADA to apply for Permanent
It's important to think about what comes after graduation. If your focus is on a rewarding career, choose a university that can Residency.
get you there. UAlberta is ranked second in Canada and in the global top 100 for post-graduation employement outcomes, UAlberta's International Student
according to the 2020 QS Graduate Employability Rankings. With job shadowing and career mentoring opportunities, as well as Services offers support with
TEC EDMONTON
strong relationships with employers, UAlberta is the right choice for those focusing on your future career! pathways to Canadian permanent
A UAlberta-linked startup
The UAlberta Career Centre supports all students and recent graduates with numerous programs to launch their career. Learn accelerator, at our central residency.
more about our career centre online at uab.ca/cc Edmonton campus. Learn more at uab.ca/iss

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HERE FOR YOUR
success 270+
PROGRAM
OPTIONS
$1M +
AVAILABLE
IN FUNDING
50+
COUNTRIES TO
CHOOSE FROM

STUDY ABROAD OR WITHIN CANADA.

SUPPORTING YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY
The International Services Centre (ISC) is home to International Student Services, Education Abroad, Global Education and the
Visiting Programs. International Student Services provides international students with the resources to help them adjust to life
at UAlberta, and in Canada.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES
Coming to Canada to study at UAlberta will be an adventure, and with every
adventure comes questions. Where will I go if I need advice? Will I meet other
students on campus? What happens when I arrive at the airport in Edmonton?
Our International Student Services team provides services, events, and
programs that can help you accomplish your academic and personal goals.
These international experts are ready to coach you towards a successful
university experience.
Learn more at uab.ca/iss
GET RECOGNIZED
Global Education at UAlberta offers the
Certificate in International Learning - and
as an international student, you already
fulfill one of the completion requirements!
Learn more at uab.ca/cil
Study outside the classroom and earn credit toward your degree at the same time. From a few weeks
in a field school to spending several semesters abroad, there are many possibilities to explore. uab.ca/
goabroad
EXCHANGE SUMMER PROGRAM
Take courses at a partner university for a Select a short-term summer placement for
semester or a full year. Change your scenery a few weeks or 4 months. This could include
and attend the University of Wollongong in coursework, internship, or fieldwork — like
Australia, an ecologically designed campus spending your summer studying land reclamation
in the foothills of the Mt. Keira rainforest, in Alberta, Canada.
overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
FACULTY LED
INTERNSHIP Take a program led by a faculty, which could
Choose a 4 to 8-month work placement with a include a study tour, coursework and / or
private company, organization, or a research fieldwork — like completing a course in Classical
placement at a university. Conduct research in Archaeology while you study ancient tombs at a
world-class laboratories in Aachen, Germany. field school in Thessaly, Greece.

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EOUR ore
xplFACULTIES UAlberta's faculties are more than just academic programming - you'll find advisors who care about your success,
career coaching and supports, as well as a community among your fellow students.

AGRICULTURAL, LIFE & CAMPUS SAINT‑JEAN

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES (8406 RUE MARIE-ANNE GABOURY)
ales.ualberta.ca | 780.492.4933 | questions.ales@ualberta.ca csj.ualberta.ca  | 780.465.8780 | recrutement@csj.ualberta.ca

Choose from over 40 program options that blend theory with hands-on practical learning, including field courses, Le Campus Saint-Jean, unité académique pluridisciplinaire francophone, se définit par un engagement à intégrer
practicum placements, and paid work internships. Our programs are directly related to key employment sectors, l’apprentissage, la découverte et la citoyenneté. Près de 1 000 étudiants y étudient dans le cadre de ses programmes
including the environment, food and agriculture, human services, and animal care. collégiaux, de baccalauréat et de maîtrise.
Careers include: • Forester Quelques Carrières potentielles: • Analyste financier
• Food Engineer • Land Reclamation Manager • Enseignant(e) • Ingénieur pétrolier
• Agrologist • Fashion Merchandising Manager • Infirmière • Chercheur en sciences biomédicales
• Wildlife Biologist • Child and Youth Programmer • Comptable • Fonctionnaire international
• Plant Biotechnologist • Environmental Policy Analyst • Représentant en commerce international • Spécialiste en investissements bancaires
• Soil Scientist • Directeur générale

ARTS EDUCATION
uab.ca/arts | 780.492.4295 | arts.undergrad@ualberta.ca education.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.4530 | edrec@ualberta.ca

With over 100 years of success, we proudly offer some of the most diverse and acclaimed academic programs in We are proud of a rich legacy as Canada’s first Faculty of Education. Our degree is recognized globally for its
Canada. Spanning across the social sciences, humanities, and fine arts, our graduates possess marketable degrees excellence, with our program currently ranked in #44 in the world and #4 in Canada! Our graduates teach in countries
with highly sought-after skills and knowledge. throughout the world and also pursue numerous careers outside of the classroom.

Careers include: • Humanitarian Aid Worker Careers include: • Educational or Vocational Counselor
• Foreign Affairs Officer • Business Consultant • Professional Teacher • Adult Educator
• Economist • Non-profit Manager • Educational Administrator • Child or Youth Care Worker
• Public Relations and Communications • Social Entrepreneur • Educators / Trainers in the public and private sectors • Tutor
• Policy and Financial Analyst • Educational Consultant

AUGUSTANA CAMPUS ENGINEERING

(CAMROSE, ALBERTA) ualberta.ca/engineering  | 780.492.1715 | engginfo@ualberta.ca
ualberta.ca/augustana  | 780.679.1132 | augustana@ualberta.ca
The Faculty of Engineering offers internationally respected undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees.
Our degrees include cutting-edge programming in areas such as Biomedical, Nanotechnology, Energy, and Natural
Augustana is a distinct, close-knit, friendly campus committed to high-quality education in the tradition of the liberal
Resources Engineering.
arts and sciences to provide a unique academic experience for its students. Located one hour south of Edmonton,
Augustana offers extensive experiential learning opportunities within its region and across the globe. Careers include: • Process Engineer
Careers include: • Political Consultant • Aerospace Engineer • Project Management Engineer
• Business Manager • Research Scientist • Consulting Engineer • Research & Development Engineer
• Entrepreneur • Software Developer • Field Engineer • Systems Design Engineer
• International Aid Worker • Translator • Facilities Engineer • Video Game Designer
• Investment Banker • Operations Engineer
• Lawyer

BUSINESS KINESIOLOGY, SPORT,

(ALBERTA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS) & RECREATION
ualberta.ca/business  | 780.492.5773 | bcominfo@ualberta.ca
uab.ca/ksr  | 780.492.5604 | ksr.info@ualberta.ca
The Alberta School of Business provides students with a world-class education, leadership opportunities, and
connections to the global community. With an over 100 year legacy as one of Canada’s top business schools, our BCom Discover the art and science of human movement in Canada’s premier Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport & Recreation. We
program has empowered thousands of students to become leaders around the world. offer outstanding programs in the fields of kinesiology, sport and exercise science, physical activity & health, leisure,
recreation, and tourism leading to active, rewarding careers!
Careers include: • Investment Banking Analyst
Careers include: • Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist
• Accountant • Information Systems Manager
• Sport Event Administrator/Facility Manager • Certified Exercise Physiologist
• Business Development Associate • Marketing Coordinator
• Tourism/Recreation Manager • Exercise Therapist
• Data Analyst • Operations Manager
• Kinesiologist • Community Youth Program Supervisor
• Financial Analyst • Tax Analyst
• Strength and Conditioning Coach • Fitness, Health & Wellness Consultant
• Human Resources Coordinator

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 ore
xplFACULTIES
EOUR When you apply to study, you may choose two program options. It is strongly recommended that your second choice
program is in a different faculty than the first. This increases your chances of receiving an offer of admission from at
least one faculty.

LAW SCIENCE
law.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.6016 | law.recruiter@ualberta.ca science.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.4758 | science.recruiting@ualberta.ca

Established in 1912, the University of Alberta Faculty of Law is among the top 100 law schools worldwide, according The Faculty of Science offers unparalleled education with world-class instructors, hybrid learning environments,
to Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings 2018 by subject. We are a community with a distinguished hands-on lab and field experience, and internship opportunities. With degrees spanning 7 scientific disciplines, we
tradition of engaging in public service locally, nationally and internationally. will give you the skills and confidence to forge your own path.
Careers include: • Positions in Government (e.g. Prosecutions, JAG, Careers include: • Environmental & Regulatory Specialist
• Law Firm Practice Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, • Artificial Intelligence Specialist • Corporate Security Specialist
• In-house Counsel Policy Development)
• Biotechnologist • Geophysicist (petroleum, environment, data collection)
• Positions in Academia • Positions in Non-Governmental Organizations
• Diagnostic Imaging Physicist • Toxicologist
• Risk Analyst • Addiction Counselor
• Cancer Researcher

NATIVE STUDIES MEDICINE & DENTISTRY FACULTY OF GRADUATE

ualberta.ca/native-studies  | 780.492.2991 | nsrecruitment@ualberta.ca med.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.6621 | meddent@ualberta.ca
STUDIES AND RESEARCH
The Faculty of Native Studies critically examines the historical and contemporary relations, identities, rights, and goals (Limited Enrollment for International Students)
ualberta.ca/graduate-studies  | grad.mail@ualberta.ca
of Indigenous peoples, in Canada and internationally. Our Faculty combines Indigenous knowledge with the scholarly The Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry trains physicians, researchers in the
standards and methods of the University to offer a relevant, interdisciplinary education. basic and clinical sciences, dentists, dental hygienists, and medical laboratory
Careers include: • Environmental Management: Consultant, Project scientists for Alberta, Canada, and the world. There is an outstanding The Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research is home to more than 7,500
• Federal, Provincial, Municipal, and Indigenous Manager environment covering the spectrum of health research, with scientists who are graduate students – the largest contingent of researchers on campus and the
Government Representative • Educational Policy Planning and Teaching highly sought after by research centres in North America and Europe. most international in Canada. Our students, in partnership with award-winning
faculty, play a fundamental role in making groundbreaking discoveries. We offer
• Indigenous Community Liaison Officer • Industry / Indigenous Consultation Officer Admission to the DDS and Dental Hygiene programs is limited: 85% of the places
367 master’s degrees,172 doctoral degrees, and 250 official specializations in
• Policy Analyst • Law in the programs are reserved for Alberta residents, five percent for international
more than 300 research areas, as well as great opportunities to conduct research
students and ten percent for non-Albertan Canadians. Entrance to the Doctor of
• Health & Wellness Coordinator • Entrepreneur abroad through formal exchange agreements, internships, and fieldwork.
Medicine (MD) program is restricted to students who are Canadian citizens or
permanent residents of Canada (landed immigrants).

NURSING REHABILITATION MEDICINE SCHOOL OF

nursing.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.5300 | nursing.undergrad@ualberta.ca rehabilitation.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.2903 | info@rehabmed.ualberta.ca
PUBLIC HEALTH
Ranked as the second best nursing program in the Canada by the QS World University Rankings, we offer a full range of (Graduate Programs Only)
publichealth.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.8211 | sph.programs@ualberta.ca
undergraduate and graduate programs and are the only Canadian member of the Hartford Centers for Gerontological The Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine offers MSc programs in physical therapy,
Nursing Excellence. occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology, as well as MSc and
Careers include: • Occupational Health Nurse PhD programs in rehabilitation science. We are the only free-standing faculty (Graduate Programs Only)
of rehabilitation in North America and the destination of choice for rehab UAlberta is home to Canada’s first accredited school of public health. Its focus is
• Hospital-Based Nurse • Military Nurse
professionals. protecting and promoting the health of populations, as well as preventing disease
• Long-Term Care Nurse • Home Care Nurse and injury. Graduate programs prepare a new generation of skilled public health
• Public Health Nurse • Mental Health Nurse professionals to tackle the challenges facing our global population and improve
the health of people.
The School of Public Health offers 18 specializations over MPH, MSc and PhD
graduate degree programs.

PHARMACY & FACULTY OF EXTENSION

PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES The Faculty of Extension extends the UAlberta experience beyond the campus and the classroom to bring adult learners continuing education, professional development, and
pharm.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.3362 | phstud@ualberta.ca lifelong learning opportunities. This faculty is home to UAlberta's English Language School and the Bridging Program.

The Faculty of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is ranked in the top 35 in the world. We prepare our graduates
for a variety of careers in pharmacy practice, research, and teaching. Our graduates influence the continuously
changing health care field through their leadership in the areas of policy, practice and business.
Careers include: • Government Employee (e.g. Health-related Policy
• Community Pharmacist Maker)
• Hospital Pharmacist • Medical Salesperson
• Ambulatory Clinic/Primary Care Network Pharmacist • Medical Insurance Provider
• Academic Researcher
• Medical Researcher/Developer

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Ipnofsisniibteilities AGRICULTURAL, LIFE
& ENVIRONMENTAL
SCIENCES
ales.ualberta.ca | 780.492.4933 | questions.ales@ualberta.ca

BACHELOR OF ARTS  ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES

ARTS
uab.ca/arts | 780.492.4295 | arts.undergrad@ualberta.ca

BACHELOR OF ARTS / BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS)

Majors:
• Ancient and Medieval History
• Anthropology
• Art and Design
• Classics
• Linguistics
• Mathematics
• Media Studies
• Modern Languages and Cultural

AWAIT YOU
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  AGRICULTURAL / FOOD BUSINESS • Comparative Literature Studies
MANAGEMENT* • Creative Writing • Music
Majors: • Drama • Philosophy
• Agricultural Business Management • East Asian Studies • Planning
• Food Business Management • Economics • Political Science
• English • Psychology
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE AGRICULTURE • Film Studies • Religious Studies
Majors: • History • Science, Technology and Society
• Agricultural and Resource Economics • History of Art, Design and Visual • Sociology
• Animal Science Culture • Women’s and Gender Studies
• Crop Science • Human Geography
• Sustainable Agricultural Systems
BACHELOR OF ARTS CRIMINOLOGY
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  ANIMAL HEALTH
Majors: BACHELOR OF ARTS  ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES
• Companion and Performance Animals
• Food Animals BACHELOR OF DESIGN
Routes:
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  ENVIRONMENTAL • Business / Marketing • General
& CONSERVATION SCIENCES • Engineering • Social Sciences
Majors:
• Conservation Biology BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS  ART & DESIGN
• Environmental Economics and Policy
• Human Dimensions of Environmental Management BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS  DRAMA — PRODUCTION
• Land Reclamation Routes:
• Northern Systems (Yukon College) • Design
• Wildlife and Rangeland Resources Management • Stage Management
• Technical Production
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  FASHION BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS  DRAMA — ACTING*
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  FOREST BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
BACHELOR OF MUSIC
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  FORESTRY Routes:
• General Studies
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  HUMAN ECOLOGY
• Performance

16
Majors:
• Composition and Sonic Arts
• Family Science
• Clothing, Textiles and Material Culture COMBINED DEGREES:

UAB.CA/PROGRAMS
• Bachelor of Arts (Drama) / Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  NUTRITION & FOOD SCIENCE
• Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Education (Elementary)
Majors:
• Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
• Nutrition and Food Science, General Program
• Food Science and Technology Specialization*

LEARN MORE ABOUT:

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS:
• Dietetics Specialization*
• Applied Social Science Research • Ethics

FACULTIES
• Honors in Food Science*
• Civil-Military Leadership • European Studies

· DEGREES
• Honors in Nutrition*
• Community Engagement and • Finance

200+
Service-Learning • Globalization and Governance

· REQUIREMENTS
COMBINED DEGREES: • Community Linguist • International Learning
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Conservation Sciences / • Computer Game Development • Peace and Post-Conflict Studies

· PREREQUISITES
Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies
• Economics and the • Research in Arts (Psychology)
Majors: Management of Natural
• Translation Studies in MLCS
• Human Dimensions of Environmental Management Resources, Energy and the
Environment • Translation Studies in Japanese

AND TAKE A QUIZ TO

• World Sound Arts
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS: • Engaged Leadership and
• Certificate in Sustainability Citizenship in Arts and Science

GET PERSONALIZED CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE: CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE:

PROGRAMS RECOMMENDATIONS
• ALES Internship Program • Arts Work Experience (AWE)
• Pre-Veterinary Medicine Concentration • Community Service-Learning (CSL)
• Arts Study Abroad (Cortona)

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listed here.
 BUSINESS ENGINEERING NATIVE STUDIES SCIENCE
(ALBERTA SCHOOL OF BUSINESS) ualberta.ca/engineering  | 780.492.1715 | engginfo@ualberta.ca ualberta.ca/native-studies  | 780.492.2991 | nsrecruitment@ualberta.ca science.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.4758 | science.recruiting@ualberta.ca

ualberta.ca/business  | 780.492.5773 | bcominfo@ualberta.ca
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  ENGINEERING BACHELOR OF ARTS  NATIVE STUDIES BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Note: the first year of Engineering is a general qualifying year; students then apply to a program and Major: Majors:
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE / or specialization to complete their degree.
• Native Studies • Biological Sciences • Mathematics
Note: students will undertake a qualifying year in another UAlberta faculty and apply to the School of
business for their 2nd year onwards. • Chemistry • Physical Sciences
PROGRAM OPTIONS (AFTER GENERAL FIRST YEAR):
Degree Options: BACHELOR OF ARTS  NATIVE STUDIES (HONORS)* • Computing Science • Physics
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
• BCom • BCom Honors Finance Major: • Earth and Atmospheric • Psychology
• Computer Process Control option Sciences
• Bilingual BCom • BCom Honors Operations • Native Studies • Statistics
• BCom Co-op Program Management • Oil Sands Elective stream
• BCom Honors Accounting COMBINED DEGREES: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  SPECIALIZATION OR HONORS
Majors: CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING
• Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies / Bachelor of Education Program areas:
• Accounting • Latin American Business Studies • Environmental Engineering option (Secondary) • Applied Mathematics (Honors • Integrative Physiology
• Business Economics and Law • Management Information Majors: only) • Mathematical Physics (Honors
• Business Studies Systems COMPUTER ENGINEERING • Cree • Astrophysics only)
• East Asian Business Studies • Marketing • Nanoscale System Design option • Native Studies • Biochemistry • Mathematics
• Entrepreneurship and • Natural Resources, Energy and • Software option
the Environment • Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies / Bachelor of Education in • Cell Biology • Mathematics and Economics
Innovation
(Elementary) Education • Chemistry • Mathematics and Finance*
• European Business Studies • Operations Management
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING • Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Conservation Sciences / • Computing Science • Mathematics — Computational
• Finance • Retailing and Services
• Nanoengineering option Bachelor of Arts in Native Studies • Computing Science — Business Science (Specialization only)
• Human Resource Management • Strategic Management and
Organization Major: minor (Specialization only)* • Molecular, Cellular and
• International Business
ENGINEERING PHYSICS • Human Dimensions of Environmental Management • Computing Science Developmental Biology
• Nanoengineering option Specialization in Software • Neuroscience (Honors only)
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Practice • Paleontology*
MATERIALS ENGINEERING • Certificate in Aboriginal Sport and Recreation • Ecology, Evolution and • Pharmacology
Environmental Biology
• Certificate in Aboriginal Governance and Partnership • Physics

EDUCATION
• Environmental Earth Sciences*
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING • Physiology (Honors only)
• Geology*
• Biomedical option • Planning (Specialization only)
• Geophysics
• Psychology
education.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.4530 | edrec@ualberta.ca • Immunology and Infection
MINING ENGINEERING • Statistics

NURSING
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION  ELEMENTARY PETROLEUM ENGINEERING COMBINED DEGREES:
Generalist program — no major or minor • Bachelor of Science (Specialization in Science and Education)
CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE: • Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Education (Secondary)
nursing.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.5300 | nursing.undergrad@ualberta.ca
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION  SECONDARY • Cooperative (Co-op) Education Program
Majors: • Minors and Certificates in the faculties of ALES, Arts, Science, and CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS:
• Art • General Sciences Business BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING • Certificate in Engaged Leadership and Citizenship in Arts and
• Biological Sciences • Mathematics Science (joint program with Faculty of Arts)
• Career and Technology Studies* • Music: Wind Band • Research Certificate in Science (Biological Sciences, Psychology)
CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE:
(Communication Arts; Computer • Physical Education • Certificate in Biomedical Research (in conjunction with the Faculty of
Science; Design; Health; • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Bilingual)
• Physical Sciences Medicine & Dentistry)
Human Sciences; Media; • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Collaborative)
Natural Resources; Recreation; • Physics
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Honors)*
• Second Languages ** (Cree, CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE:

KINESIOLOGY, SPORT,
Trades, Manufacturing, and
Transportation) French, German, Japanese, • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RPN to BSCN)*
• Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
• Chemistry Spanish, Ukrainian,Other) • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (After Degree Honors)

& RECREATION
• Science Internship Program
• Drama • Social Studies • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (After Degree)
• English Language Arts
* Please note that many CTS majors are not available to direct-entry applicants. Additionally, some
CTS majors have capacity limits. If you are interested in applying to a CTS major, contact the uab.ca/ksr  | 780.492.5604 | ksr.info@ualberta.ca
faculty for further details.
** Please note that some second-language majors have capacity limits.

BACHELOR OF ARTS IN RECREATION, SPORT & TOURISM

COMBINED DEGREES (5-YEAR PROGRAMS):
• Bachelor of Arts (Native • Bachelor of Kinesiology

CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEGREE BY CHOOSING FROM THESE OPTIONS:

Studies) / Bachelor of Education
(Elementary Route)
• Bachelor of Arts (Native
Studies) / Bachelor of Education
(Secondary Route)
/ Bachelor of Education BACHELOR OF KINESIOLOGY
(Secondary Route) Majors:
• Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of • Adapted Physical Activity • Physical Activity and Health
Education (Elementary Route) • Individualized Major (self- • Sport Coaching
• Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of designed)

MAJOR OR MINOR HONORS PROGRAM

• Sport Performance
• Bachelor of Arts (Drama) Education (Secondary Route)
/ Bachelor of Education • Bachelor of Science / Bachelor
(Secondary Route) of Education (Secondary Route) BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN KINESIOLOGY
• Bachelor of Kinesiology • Bachelor of Science (Augustana
/ Bachelor of Education Campus) / Bachelor of COMBINED DEGREES:

SPECIALIZATION PRACTICUM OR
(Elementary Route) Education (Secondary Route)
• Bachelor of Kinesiology / Bachelor of Education (Elementary)
• Bachelor of Kinesiology / Bachelor of Education (Secondary)

OR CERTIFICATE CO-OP EXPERIENCE

OFF-CAMPUS PROGRAMS:
• Aboriginal Teacher Education Program (ATEP)
CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
• Collaborative (Off-Campus) Degree (Red Deer, Grande Prairie, and
Fort McMurray) • Certificate in Aboriginal Sport and Recreation
Fort McMurray intake occurs every second year. Please contact the faculty for more details. • Research Certificate in Kinesiology

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 urtherOPTIONS
FCAMPUS pr of es
PROGRAMS
s ion al
These faculties do not offer direct entry from high school; often they require you to earn a specific number of credits
or the completion of an undergraduate (bachelor’s) degree before applying.
AUGUSTANA CAMPUS CAMPUS SAINT‑JEAN
(CAMROSE, ALBERTA) (8406 RUE MARIE-ANNE GABOURY)
ualberta.ca/augustana  | 780.679.1132 | augustana@ualberta.ca csj.ualberta.ca  | 780.465.8780 | recrutement@csj.ualberta.ca

BACHELOR OF ARTS  BACCALAURÉAT ÈS ARTS  PHARMACY & SCHOOL OF

Majors and Courses:
• Biology • Mathematics and Physics
Majeures (certaines majeures pourraient changer):
• Économie • Histoire PHARMACEUTICAL PUBLIC HEALTH
• Chemistry
• Computing Science (General or
• Languages (French, German,
Norwegian, Spanish)
• Études canadiennes
• Études Interdisciplinaires
• Psychologie
• Science politique SCIENCES publichealth.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.8211 | sph.programs@ualberta.ca

Practicum) • Music • Français-langue • Sociologie pharm.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.3362 | phstud@ualberta.ca

• Economics
• English
• Environmental Studies (General
or Outdoor Education)
• History
• Interdisciplinary Studies
• Creativity and Culture
• Ethics and Global Studies
• Law, Crime and Justice Studies
• Drama
• Philosophy • Français-littérature POST-DEGREE PROGRAMS:
• Physical Education (Kinesiology • Master of Public Health
and Sport Studies or Outdoor BACCALAURÉAT ÈS ARTS  AVEC SPÉCIALISATION* DEGREE PROGRAM: • Master of Science
Education)
Majeures: • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) • Doctor of Philosophy
• Political Studies
• Études canadiennes • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) for Practiving Pharmacists
• Psychology (full-time and part-time pathways)
• Études interdisciplinaires
• Religion
• Langue et littérature
• Sociology COMBINED DEGREES:
• Sciences socio-politiques
• Visual Art • Doctor of Pharmacy / Master of Business Administration
BACCALAURÉAT ÈS SCIENCES 

REHABILITATION
Majeures:
BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT
• Chimie • Sciences biologiques
Majors and Courses:

MEDICINE
• Mathématiques • Sciences mathématiques
• Business Economics

MEDICINE & DENTISTRY

• Physique • Sciences physiques
• Management General
• Psychologie (sciences)
rehabilitation.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.2903 | info@rehabmed.ualberta.ca
BACHELOR OF MUSIC  BACCALAURÉAT EN ÉDUCATION  ÉLÉMENTAIRE med.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.6621 | meddent@ualberta.ca
Majors and Courses:
Majeures (n/a — degré de généraliste)
• Comprehensive POST-DEGREE PROGRAMS:
• Piano BACCALAURÉAT EN ÉDUCATION  SECONDAIRE DEGREE AND DIPLOMA PROGRAMS: • Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
• Voice • Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science • Master of Science in Physical Therapy
Majeures:
• Français • Musique • Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy *** • Master of Science in Rehabilitation Science
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE  • Bachelor of Science / Dental Hygiene • Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
• Études sociales • Sciences générales
Majors and Courses: (Post-diploma degree completion) • Doctor of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science
• Mathématiques
• Biology • Bachelor of Science / Medical Laboratory Sciences
• Chemistry BACCALAURÉAT EN ÉDUCATION  (APRÈS-DIPLÔME) • Doctor of Medicine **/***
• Computing Science (General or Practicum) (2 ANS) • Doctor of Dental Surgery
• Environmental Science ** Students are required to obtain a baccalaureate degree, from a program recognized by the
University of Alberta, prior to admission. ***Students must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent
• Mathematics and Physics PROGRAMMES COMBINÉS: Resident in order to enroll.
• Physical Education (Kinesiology and Sport Studies or Outdoor Education) • Baccalauréat en éducation / sciences
• Psychology Majeures:
• Sciences biologiques
COMBINED DEGREES: • Sciences mathématiques

LAW
• Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Education (Secondary) • Sciences physiques

BACCALAURÉAT BILINGUE EN ADMINISTRATION

DES AFFAIRES — BILINGUE* law.ualberta.ca  | 780.492.6016 | law.recruiter@ualberta.ca

GRADUATE STUDIES
BACCALAURÉAT ÈS SCIENCES INFIRMIÈRES — BILINGUE*
DEGREE AND POST-DEGREE PROGRAMS:

& RESEARCH
POUR PERSONNALISER VOTRE BACCALAURÉAT: • Juris Doctor
• Sciences en génie (première année) • Master of Laws
La première année du baccalauréat Sciences en génie peut être faite en français au Campus • Doctor of Philosophy in Law
Saint‑Jean; le reste du baccalauréat sera complété en anglais au Campus nord. • Internationally Trained Lawyer Pathway
The University of Alberta offers over 500 graduate
programs in Masters and PhD‑level studies. Learn
more at ualberta.ca/graduate-studies

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FUNDING
your future
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
The University of Alberta awards $32 million each year in undergraduate scholarships, awards, and financial support to all kinds
of students. Apply early to your program, so you can be assessed for awards. View all entrance awards at uab.ca/awards
ADMISSION-BASED
You could be starting with a
scholarship you didn’t even
have to apply for! Your eligibility
is based on your admission
average at the time of your
admission offer.
Gold Standard Scholarship
The top 5% of students in
each faculty could receive up
to $6,000, CAD depending on
admission average.
International Student
Scholarship
Students with superior
academics in high school may
receive a scholarship up to
$9,000 CAD, payable over four
years.
International Country
Scholarship
Top students from UAlberta
targeted regions could receive
up to $5,000 CAD.
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GUARANTEED TUITION RATES
FOR STUDENTS ENTERING UALBERTA IN FALL 2021
Program Year 1 (2021) Year 2 (2022) Year 3 (2023) Year 4 (2024)
Augustana Faculty
Faculté Saint Jean
Faculty of Education $27,000 CAD $27,000 CAD $27,000 CAD $27,000 CAD
Faculty of Native Studies
Faculty of Nursing
Faculty of Arts
Faculty of ALES
Faculty of Kinesiology,
Sport, $29,500 CAD $29,500 CAD $29,500 CAD $29,500 CAD
& Recreation
Faculty of Science
Open Studies
Faculty of Business $35,000 CAD $35,000 CAD $35,000 CAD See note*
Faculty of Engineering $39,500 CAD $39,500 CAD $39,500 CAD $39,500 CAD
*Business at UAlberta is a 3-year program; students will undertake a qualifying year in another faculty and enter the Alberta School of Business in their 2nd year (upon which a new guarantee is given).
GUARANTEED TUITION
Your UAlberta tuition will not increase. As an international student at UAlberta you will know the total
tuition for your program when you receive admission.
$32 M +
APPLICATION-BASED FEES ESTIMATE
TUITION GUARANTEE DETAILS
Fill out one application and UAlberta will BASED ON 2020-2021 RATES
IN FINANCIAL • Your tuition guarantee only applies to the standard requirements, including
assess you based on your background, Non-Instructional Fees $1,600 CAD
SUPPORT IS electives, necessary to complete your program. It does not include any
experiences, academics, and interests.
AVAILABLE mandatory non-instructional fees or other costs such as the U-Pass, Books & Supplies $1,750 CAD
You must apply early to your program, so textbooks, residence fees, students associations, etc. It also does not
you can apply for application-based awards Residence and Meal Plan* $7,900 CAD
include the cost for any courses you choose to take as extra or that need to
— the deadline is December 15, 2020. be repeated due to withdrawal or failure. *Based on a shared room in Lister Hall for eight
1 IN 5
months, including a moderate meal plan.
University of Alberta International • If you choose to take Spring/Summer courses, your total program tuition
Entrance Citation will remain the same however your annual total will increase for that year.
Students with a superior admission • Your tuition guarantee is set for the typical duration of your program plus
FIRST-YEAR FEES EXPLAINED
average and demonstrated leadership one year. Typically programs are four years, therefore the guarantee would
STUDENTS RECEIVE The cost of campus housing, a meal
qualities entering their first year of an A SCHOLARSHIP be in place for five years.
undergraduate degree on a Student Visa plan, books, supplies, and non-
• Should you require a fifth year of study to complete your program
Permit could receive up to $40,000 (payable instructional fees are not included in
requirements, you will not face additional tuition costs in that fifth year. If
over 4 years) your guarantee. These costs and fees
your remaining courses exceed your program requirements, you will pay per
may increase during the course of your
1
University of Alberta Centenary course. In either case, payment for mandatory non-instructional fees in the
studies.
Scholarship fifth year will be required. If you have outstanding program requirements
Students with exceptional academic to complete after five years you will be required to pay for those remaining Your non-instructional fees include
APPLICATION TO
achievement may be eligible for up to courses, individually, at the current rate in that academic year. many benefits, such as access to
BE CONSIDERED
$30,000 CAD over four years. • If you change programs at UAlberta your original guarantee will no longer Edmonton Public Transit, and UAlberta
FOR ALL AWARDS
International Entrance Leadership be valid, and you will receive a new guarantee for your new program. sports and fitness facilities.
Scholarship • In the event of a discrepancy between the tuition amounts displayed in this Plan for the cost of your education at
Well-rounded leaders with superior publication and your University of Alberta Offer of Admission, the Offer of uab.ca/costcalc
academics may receive up to $7,500 CAD. Admission shall be taken as correct.
• Read the full details of the guarantee at uab.ca/intcost
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APPLY TO
UAl b e r t a
READY TO APPLY?
Applying to University doesn’t have to be complicated — you can find answers to frequently asked
questions, and access videos that will guide you through the application process at uab.ca/apply

1. CHOOSE YOUR 2. SUBMIT YOUR 3. CHECK YOUR 4. ACCEPT YOUR

PROGRAM(S) APPLICATION STATUS OFFER
APPLY AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED Review our programs Start your application After you apply you will After you receive an

FOR BOTH ADMISSIONS AND AWARDS. and identify your top

two choices. Check the
admission requirements
for both programs.
Selecting two program
choices will give you the
2020 • OCTOBER 1 best chance of receiving
an admission offer. It is
FALL 2021 UNDERGRADUATE APPLICATION OPENS recommended that your
UAB.CA/IAPPLY
second choice program is
in a different faculty than
• DECEMBER 15 your first.
APPLICATION-BASED AWARDS DEADLINE uab.ca/programs
(ADMISSION-BASED AWARDS DO NOT HAVE A DEADLINE)
at uab.ca/iapply. You
will need to report your
completed grade 11
and 12 courses, and the
grade 12 courses you
are taking. You can also
apply for residence on
your application. After you
submit your application
you will receive a student
ID and CCID that you
can use to apply for
scholarships.
uab.ca/awards
have access to UAlberta
Launchpad. Here you can
admission offer, you’ll
need to accept it and pay
check your application the tuition deposit.
status, submit outstanding Log into Bear Tracks
documents or new courses with your student ID and
(when requested), and CCID to accept offers for
review any checklist items
for your program. We will
scholarships and awards.
uab.ca/iaccept
also assign you a UAlberta
email address, where you
will check for notifications
or correspondence.
uab.ca/aftapp

2021 • FALL
MARCH 1
2021 ADMISSION APPLICATION DEADLINE
EVALUATION
• APRIL Admission to UAlberta is competitive and works on a rolling basis — some students could receive an admission offer as early
as October. Admission averages are calculated using the five required courses for your program of choice using the courses and
REGISTRATION FOR COURSES FOR FALL 2021 SEMESTER OPENS
final marks included on your application. Where final Grade 12 marks are unavailable, the final mark in the equivalent Grade 11
course will be used. Admission offers could be based on final Grade 11 marks, with proof of Grade 12 registration.
• APRIL 30
DEADLINE TO APPLY TO RESIDENCE FOR GUARANTEED
HOUSING AFTER YOU APPLY
OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTS
• MAY 1 Your UAlberta Launchpad will inform you should there be further documents to supply. You should submit these documents
DEADLINE TO ACCEPT ADMISSION OFFER (unless otherwise stated) through Launchpad as soon as they become available.
UAB.CA/IACCEPT

STUDY PERMIT
• JUNE 15 In order to study in Canada, you will need a study permit. Application processing time can take three months or more. We
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT TRANSFER STUDENT DOCUMENTS encourage you to apply for your study permit well in advance of your program start date. You can use your letter of admission
to start your study permit application. For complete information on immigration and application requirements, consult the
• AUGUST 1 Government of Canada website at www.cic.gc.ca
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ADMISSION DOCUMENTS

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ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT SELECTED INTERNATIONAL CURRICULA
 ll undergraduate applicants to English-speaking and bilingual programs need to demonstrate the
A The University of Alberta evaluates students from all countries for admission. A complete list of
required level of English language proficiency before admission, regardless of their citizenship status entrance requirements may be found online at uab.ca/iapply
or country of origin. Learn more at uab.ca/engpro

HOW CAN YOU MEET UALBERTA WILL ACCEPT ONE DETAILS AND GENERAL INFORMATION
THE ELP OF CONDITIONS INTERNATIONAL CURRICULA Students currently in High School need to submit their previous year’s results and confirmation of final year course registrations.
Students who have completed High School need to submit official and complete copies of their final results or information which allows for
REQUIREMENT? THE FOLLOWING: their results to be verified online. For a list of accepted credentials please visit uab.ca/equiv

COMPLETE AN ELP EXAM WITH THE
MINIMUM REQUIRED SCORE
Standardized test results must be issued directly
from the testing office. Photocopies will not be
accepted.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) When requesting TOEFL iBT: At least 90 with a minimum score of 21 points in each FIVE REQUIRED SUBJECTS Admission to the University of Alberta is competitive. Five admission subjects are required for most curricula, and will vary based on your
scores, use: section choice of program. Please visit uab.ca/programs
Institution Code: 0963, Department Code: 00 Note: the PBT is no longer accepted
GRADES REQUIRED Each undergraduate degree program has its own competitive admission average. To see the competitive range for your program please visit
uab.ca/compreq
IELTS (Academic) (International English Language Testing System) At least 6.5 with no band less than 6.0

SELECTED INTERNATIONAL CURRICULA

Test scores must be valid and verifiable. Scores
CAEL (Canadian Academic English Language assessment) Either CAEL At least 70, with no band less than 60
more than two years old will not be accepted.
(paper) or CAEL CE (computer)
Test scores must include four sections: Reading,
CanTEST (Canadian Test of English for Scholars and Trainees) At least 4.5, with no part lower than 4
Writing, Listening, and Speaking.

See Note 4 CAE (Certificate in Advanced English, also known as Cambridge

English: Advanced)
At least 180, with no less than 170 in each skill GENERAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (GCE) CURRICULUM
Students in the General Certificate of Education (GCE) system need to present three Advanced Level (A-level) subjects. Certain programs require specific A-level subjects.
CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English, also known as Cambridge At least 180, with no less than 170 in each skill
English: Proficiency)
ENTRY CRITERIA Each undergraduate program has its own competitive admissions average. Predicted A-Level grades are accepted for admission
PTE (Academic) (Pe arson Test of English Academic) At least 61, with no less than 60 in each communicative consideration. For more information please visit uab.ca/gce
skill
DuoLingo English Test At least 115, with no subscore less than 95

COMPLETING CERTAIN COURSES English Language Arts 30-1 from Alberta or English 12 from BC High Final blended grade of 75% or better in class and diploma INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB)
These courses must be approved by UAlberta, School
and you must achieve a certain minimum grade in IB courses completed at either the higher level (HL) or standard level (SL) may be used for admission. The University of Alberta does not use Ab Initio level courses for admission
International Baccalaureate English A1, A2; or English A: Literature; or A grade of 5 or better consideration. For more information please visit uab.ca/ibint
that course English A: Language & Literature
See Note 4 International Baccalaureate English B A grade of 6 or better FULL IB DIPLOMA APPLICANTS Students need to present their full diploma with the five admission subjects required by your program of interest. Students currently in the
last year of the IBDP can submit predicted IB grades for consideration. Transfer credits may be granted upon receipt of official and complete
IB results.
Advanced Placement English A grade of 4 or better on the College Board examination

O-level, GCSE, IGCSE, AS-level or A-level English Language or A grade of B or better

Literature course (not the English ESL). PARTIAL IB APPLICANTS Students need to present five admission subjects required by their program of interest, a combination of IB and local curriculum may be used
(but not GCSE and IB).
CBSE Core English or ISC English from XIIth Standard examinations A score of 75% of better

6 credits of transferable university-level English studies completed

at a post-secondary institution where English is recognized as the
A grade of B+ or better (must be transferable as 6 credits
of English at UAlberta).
CHINESE SYSTEM
language of instruction.
Students who study in Chinese curriculum need to present five admission subjects required by their program of interest. For more information please visit uab.ca/china
The University of Alberta’s ESL 140/145 Successful completion

PREVIOUS EDUCATION IN ENGLISH

See Notes 1, 2, 3, 5
Successful completion of three years of full-time education in English
in: Canada (including Grade 12 year), or another country where
English is recognized as the official language of instruction, or in a
recognized school/institution where English is the primary language
of instruction.
Successful completion of the equivalent of three years of full-time
instruction in a school/institution in Canada in which the major
language of instruction is other than English.
Graduation from a recognized degree program offered by an accredited
University at which English is the primary language of instruction.
COMPLETING UALBERTA’S BRIDGING Academically qualified students who do not meet the English Language Proficiency requirements listed above should consider
PROGRAM UAlberta’s Bridging Program. uab.ca/bp
Such education must include Alberta Grade 12 or its
equivalent level, and can be a combination of secondary INDIAN SYSTEM
inclusive of Grade 12 and post-secondary education.
CBSE and CISCE National Boards To be considered for a conditional offer, students will need to submit board results for Class X and arrange for their predicted grades to
be sent to the University of Alberta directly by their school. The offer will become unconditional on presenting final Class XII board results
meeting the university’s requirements.
The level of English proficiency required for graduation
is equivalent to that in English language schools/
institutions in Canada. Indian State Boards To be considered for a conditional offer, students will need to submit school results for Class XI showing a competitive average and course
registration for Class XII, or Class XII mid-year results. The offer will become unconditional upon receipt of the final Class XII board results
The University must be located in a country where meeting the university’s requirements.
English is the primary language or it must be recognized
as one where English is the primary language of
instruction.
For more information please visit uab.ca/india

Note 1 Enrolment in English as a second language (ESL) courses or programs will not be included in the calculation of three years of full-time study. Enrolment must be in a regular high
school or post-secondary for-credit program. Where students are registered in both ESL and regular programs, the ESL hours will be deducted from the total educational hours. Note
US SYSTEM
2 Proof of three years of education must be submitted in the form of official transcripts (including details on course enrolment and hours of instruction). Note 3 Failing grades/courses BOTH SCHOOL AND CURRICULUM To be evaluated for a conditional offer, students would need to present Grade 10 and 11 school results including the course registrations
will not be counted when calculating full-time attendance. Only courses with passing grades will be considered. Note 4 Standardized test results must be issued directly from the testing validated by a RECOGNIZED US BODY of their final Grade 12 year. The offer would become unconditional upon receipt of final results and meeting the University of Alberta’s
office. Photocopies will not be accepted. Test scores must be valid and verifiable. Note 5 For a list of countries and universities that are recognized as having met UAlberta’s English requirements.
language proficiency requirement, visit: uab.ca/engpro
SCHOOL AND/OR CURRICULUM NOT For the University of Alberta to recognize school-awarded course marks, both the school and curriculum need to be validated by a
Spoken English Language Proficiency (required by some programs) If you select a program related to Health Sciences or Education, you will be required to meet the spoken English validated by a RECOGNIZED US BODY recognized US body. If the school is not, students will need to present all the required subjects through standardized tests (e.g. AP, SAT, SAT
language proficiency requirement. Please refer to the UAlberta Calendar for how to meet this requirement (Section 13.3.2). subject tests). For more information visit uab.ca/equiv
The University of Alberta reserves the right to use discretion in determining adequate levels of language proficiency to ensure success in academic programs. In some cases, additional
English language testing, conducted by the Faculty of Extension, may be required to confirm English language proficiency.

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