A research-intensive university in Alberta's capital, known for its breadth of programs, its strengths in energy, health and artificial intelligence, and its large, lively campus.
The University of Alberta is a public university in Edmonton, founded in 1908, just three years after Alberta became a province. It is one of Canada's major research universities and offers a very wide range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs across many faculties.
Students can choose from arts, science, engineering, business, nursing, education, agriculture and more, and many programs include co-operative education or hands-on research opportunities. The university is especially recognized for work in energy, health sciences, and artificial intelligence and machine learning.
A large and diverse student body, a strong tradition of Indigenous education and a busy campus life make it a popular choice for students from across Alberta, Canada and around the world.
Estimated tuition in CA$, 2026-2027
Students who live in Alberta apply for student aid through Alberta Student Aid; students from other provinces apply through their own province’s program. A provincial application also covers the federal Canada Student Grants and Loans.
The university offers its own entrance awards, bursaries and need-based supports for students facing financial barriers.
Tuition for 2026-27 from the school’s own published fees, for a typical first-year arts program, rounded. Ancillary fees, books and housing are extra. Figures the school does not publish as one amount are estimates. Confirm the current figure on University of Alberta’s fee page.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with University of Alberta.
Applications to University of Alberta go through ApplyAlberta, Alberta’s application service.
Applicants usually need a high school diploma with the required courses for their chosen faculty, such as English and, for science or engineering, math and sciences. Some programs also ask for supplementary applications or interviews.
Apply online through ApplyAlberta, Alberta's application service, by selecting the University of Alberta and your desired program. Submit transcripts and any required supporting documents before the deadline.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with University of Alberta and ApplyAlberta.
Edmonton is Alberta's capital, a large city on the North Saskatchewan River known for its festivals, river valley parks and four distinct seasons. The main North Campus sits just south of the river, close to downtown and connected by light rail.
Campus life is busy, with hundreds of student clubs, cultural events and a large student union building at the heart of North Campus. Students can live in residence, take part in intramurals or explore Edmonton's river valley and festival scene.
The Golden Bears and Pandas compete in U Sports across many varsity sports.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.