Quick Summary
Public research university in Vancouver, Canada — University of British Columbia, est. 1908. Ranked #38 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 72585 students including 28.5% from outside Canada. Known for strengths in Sports-related Subjects, Geography, Mineral and Mining Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 50%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
UBC is a global center for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 40 universities in the world. It offers a spectacular campus environment and diverse community.
Subject Strengths
Sports-related SubjectsGeographyMineral and Mining EngineeringPsychologyEducationEcologyAnatomy and Physiology
Founded1908
TypePublic Research University
Total Students72585
Intl Students28.5%
Faculty Ratio11
CampusUrban / Coastal
Campus Size402 hectares (Vancouver campus)
Affiliated HospitalsVancouver General Hospital,BC Children's Hospital,St. Paul's Hospital,BC Cancer Agency
AccreditationMinistry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills (BC)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#38
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#41
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#47
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Professional Degrees,Diplomas
Programs
150
PhD Programs
15
Online Programs
200
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills (BC)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate50%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRERequired for specific graduate programs
GMATRequired for MBA and some business programs
SATOptional (1150-1350 range typical for US applicants)
ACTOptional (25-29 range typical for US applicants)
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 15
SPRINGApplication Deadline · September 1
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on the Personal Profile section; UBC values leadership, community involvement, and resilience alongside academic excellence.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Canadian Dollar
UG Tuition
CA$45,000/yr
per year · CAD
Living Cost
CA$21,000/yr
per year · CAD
PG Tuition
CA$25,000/yr
per year · CAD
Application Fee
$125
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
CA$66,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · CAD
Scholarships AvailableInternational Major Entrance Scholarship (IMES),Outstanding International Student (OIS) Award,Karen McKellin International Leader of Tomorrow Award
Avg Scholarship$12,000
Financial AidAvailable for domestic students and specific international emergency cases
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's,Master's,PhD,Professional Degrees,Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration (Sauder) | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| International Economics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Forestry | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$62,000
Average Salary After Graduation
91%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong Co-op programs available across almost all faculties
Industry Connections
MicrosoftAmazonLululemonHootsuiteBC Hydro
Notable Alumni
Justin Trudeau,Kim Campbell,Evangeline Lilly,Rick Hansen,Robert Mundell
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Doug Mitchell Thunderbird Sports Centre,UBC Aquatic Centre,Thunderbird Stadium
Student Clubs
370
Library Resources
21 branches and divisions, over 7 million items
Exchange Programs
Go Global program with 200+ partner universities
Summer Programs
Vancouver Summer Program (VSP)