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University of British Columbia (UBC)

University of British Columbia (UBC)

About University of British Columbia (UBC)

The University of British Columbia (UBC), established in 1908, is one of Canada’s top-ranked public research universities, with campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna (Okanagan campus). As of the 2023/2024 academic year, UBC has an enrollment of 71,113 students, including over 18,000 international students from 166 countries. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across disciplines such as science, business, engineering, arts, and medicine. UBC has an overall graduation rate exceeding 75%, with an employment rate of over 90% for graduates. The university is globally recognized for its research excellence, ranking among the top 40 universities worldwide. UBC is home to renowned faculties, cutting-edge research institutes, and notable alumni, including eight Nobel laureates and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. With state-of-the-art facilities, a strong commitment to sustainability, and a vibrant student community, UBC provides an outstanding academic and research environment for students worldwide.
Basic
School Type
Public
Province
British Columbia
City
Vancouver
School Number
O19330231062
Telephone Number
604-822-8999
Founded Year
1908
Enrolment
71201
Age Range
18+
Gender
Coed
Schooling arrangements
Residence
Language of instruction
English
Principal
Judy Rogers
Academics
Special needs support
No
Gifted Program
No
Tuition
Application Fee
Domestic Students: CAD$77International Students: CAD$170
Tuition

Domestic Students: CAD$5,000-$8,000/year International Students: CAD$39,414.90-$61,061.10/year

Financial aid (FA)
No
Cost of Living
CAD$10,300 - CAD$15,000/year
Sports & Clubs
Sports
Vancouver Campus: Baseball (M) Basketball (M) Basketball (W) Cross Country (M) Cross Country (W) Field Hockey (M) Field Hockey (W) Football (M) Golf (M) Golf (W) Hockey (M) Hockey (W) Rowing (M) Rowing (W) Rugby (M) Rugby (W) Rugby Sevens (W) Soccer (M) Soccer (W) Softball (W) Swimming (M) Swimming (W) Track & Field (M) Track & Field (W) Volleyball (M) Volleyball (W) Okanagan Campus: Basketball (M) Basketball (W) Cross Country/Track (M) Cross Country/Track (W) Golf (M) Golf (W) Soccer (M) Soccer (W) Volleyball (M) Volleyball (W) Rugby (M) Softball (W)
Clubs
-
Enrollment
Full Time Students
41707.0
Part Time Students
15869.0
Graduate Proportion
0.75
Admission Requirement
English Language Proficency Test
TOEFL iBt: Overall: 90 Reading: 22 Listening: 22 Writing: 21 Speaking: 21 IELTS - Academic: 6.5, with no part less than 6.0
SSAT
No
Entrance Exam
No