University of Alberta
Edmonton, Canada · Checked September 26, 2026
A public research university based in Edmonton, Alberta, offering undergraduate programs across arts, science, engineering, business, health sciences and more. International undergraduates pay under a program-based model with a tuition guarantee for the length of their program.
IntakesSeptember (Fall 2027); Spring/Summer 2027 for some programs
English requirementIELTS 6.5 overall, no band less than 6.0 (Academic, in-person or Online); PTE 61 overall, no less than 60 in each communicative skill; TOEFL iBT 90 total, no section less than 21; from 21 Jan 2026: 4.5 overall, no band below 4.5; Duolingo 120 overall, no integrated subscore below 100. IELTS One Skill Retake not accepted. Some programs (e.g. Education, Nursing) also require Spoken English Proficiency.
Official fees page · Official English requirements
Application deadlines
| Undergraduate application (most programs, Fall 2027) | 1 March 2027 (applications open 1 October 2026) |
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| Entrance award application | 10 January 2027 |
| Outstanding documents (high school applicants) | 1 August 2027 |
Scholarships
Canada Graduate Research Scholarship - Doctoral (CGRS D), successor to the Vanier CGS
20 days leftLester B. Pearson International Scholarship
40 days leftMcGill University Entrance Scholarships (One-year and Major)
Check official siteUBC International Scholars Program (incl. Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award)
49 days leftUniversity of Waterloo International Student Entrance Scholarship
Check official siteYork University International Entrance Scholarships
Check official siteFees, deadlines and requirements change every year and differ by course. Always check the course page on the university's official website before you apply.
