Guide

University of British Columbia

CA Canada · Vancouver

A campus between the ocean and mountains in Vancouver; strong in Earth sciences, ecology, business.

Tuition
CA$48 780 – CA$67 237 / year
Founded
1908
Students
70,000
QS 2027
#45
IELTS from
6.5
Bachelor language
English

From Music to Medical Laboratory Science; growth ≤3% per year

Schools and programmes

  • Science
  • Applied Science (Engineering)
  • Sauder School of Business
  • Arts
  • Forestry

Application deadlines (2027 intake)

  • — UBC: International Scholars (scholarship)
  • — UBC: submitting the application
  • — UBC: English proficiency confirmation
  • — Study permit — apply right after the offer. Guide

Documents required

  • International passport — Valid for the whole period of study + 6 months
  • Certificate + grades supplement — If you're still studying — your grade report for years 10–11 and predicted grades
  • Application (OUAC / university portal)
  • Transcript of grades 10–11
  • Language certificate — IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo or a certificate of the language of instruction
  • Supplementary application / personal profile
  • Study permit + provincial letter (PAL/TAL)
  • Motivation letter / essay
  • Photo for documents
  • Pay the application fee
  • Health insurance

Official links

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