THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

The University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the 40 top universities in the world and among the top 20 public universities in the world. Since 1915, UBC has embraced innovation and challenged the status quo. Its entrepreneurial perspective encourages students, staff and faculty to challenge convention, lead discovery and explore new ways of learning. At UBC, bold thinking is given a place to develop into ideas that can change the world.

UBC ranks number one in the world for taking urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. UBC’s research on climate change, use of energy and preparations for dealing with the consequences of climate change is world leading. UBC also ranks in the top three universities in the world for making a global impact through research, outreach and stewardship to address global challenges related to poverty, inequality, climate, environmental degradation, prosperity and peace and justice.

Centered on two major campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna, UBC hosts more than 70,000 students from Canada and more than 170 countries. It holds an international reputation for excellence in advanced research and learning, offering innovative undergraduate, graduate and professional programs.

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STUDENT ENROLMENT

Full-time (undergraduates)
42,040

Full-time (graduates)
10,910

Part-time (undergraduates)
16,000

Part-time (graduates)
1,610

Source: The University of British Columbia (2023 rounded preliminary fall enrolment)

TUITION FEES

CANADIAN STUDENTS

Undergraduate tuition fees:
$5,843 - $7,777

Graduate tuition fees:
$5,408

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Undergraduate tuition fees:
$41,595 - $44,942

Graduate tuition fees:
$9,500

Source: Statistics Canada. Fees for general programs in arts and humanities (2023-24)

Note: In addition to tuition fees, universities generally charge fees for goods and services supplied to students. This includes areas such as student associations, sports and health. These additional fees vary widely per university and per student and can run from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand dollars. Check with the university for details.


RESIDENCE

Vancouver Okanagan