A research-intensive university in the heart of Calgary, known for its engineering, health sciences, business and strong ties to Alberta's energy and technology sectors.
The University of Calgary is a public university in Calgary, Alberta, and one of Canada's leading research institutions. It offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate and professional programmes across many faculties.
The university is known for its emphasis on research, innovation and entrepreneurship, and for hands-on learning through co-operative education, internships and community-based projects. Its strategic direction highlights connections to Indigenous communities and to the city's business and energy sectors.
Students benefit from a large main campus, strong research facilities and access to a major urban centre close to the Rocky Mountains.
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 entrance awards, in-course scholarships and need-based bursaries to help students manage the cost of their studies.
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. Confirm the current figure on University of Calgary’s fee page.
Scholarship names and amounts are estimates and change every year; confirm them with University of Calgary.
Applications to University of Calgary go through ApplyAlberta, Alberta’s application service.
Applicants usually need Alberta high school diploma courses or the equivalent, including English and programme-specific prerequisites in subjects such as math, biology or chemistry. Some programmes require supplementary applications, portfolios or interviews.
Apply online through ApplyAlberta, Alberta's application service, by selecting the University of Calgary and your chosen programme. Submit your transcripts and any supplementary materials by the deadline for your programme.
The admission average and deadline are estimates; confirm them with University of Calgary and ApplyAlberta.
Calgary is a large, sunny city on the edge of the Prairies with easy access to the Rocky Mountains. The main campus sits in the northwest of the city and is connected to downtown by the CTrain.
Students can join a large number of clubs, student groups and recreation programmes, and campus life is supported by a vibrant students' union. The city offers festivals, restaurants and quick trips to the mountains for skiing and hiking.
The Dinos compete in U Sports across many varsity sports, including hockey, football, basketball and swimming.
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the school’s official website.